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Civil Regulation of Autonomous Unmanned Aircraft Systems in Europe
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This comprehensive book presents a unique and in depth overview of the regulatory frameworks governing Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) across 11 European jurisdictions. It emphasises the complex and evolving nature of aviation law as it is applied to UAS technology and demonstrates the need for a more cohesive legal framework in this sector.
This comprehensive book presents a unique and in depth overview of the regulatory frameworks governing Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) across 11 European jurisdictions. It emphasises the complex and evolving nature of aviation law as it is applied to UAS technology and demonstrates the need for a more cohesive legal framework in this sector.
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This comprehensive book presents a unique and in depth overview of the regulatory frameworks governing Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) across 11 European jurisdictions. It emphasises the complex and evolving nature of aviation law as it is applied to UAS technology and demonstrates the need for a more cohesive legal framework in this sector.
Civil Regulation of Autonomous Unmanned Aircraft Systems in Europe focuses on EU, international and domestic law, with leading experts providing an examination of how EU regulations shape national frameworks and the applicability of international law to UAS. Detailed case studies from across Europe highlight current regulatory approaches and future legal challenges, advocating for adaptive legislation to keep pace with technological advancements in autonomous UAS technology.
This book is indispensable to scholars and legal practitioners in European law, aviation law, and technology law. Policymakers and regulatory bodies will also find this a crucial guide for integrating global practices into their domestic legislation. Additionally, industry stakeholders in the aerospace and UAS sectors will greatly benefit from its practical insights.
Civil Regulation of Autonomous Unmanned Aircraft Systems in Europe focuses on EU, international and domestic law, with leading experts providing an examination of how EU regulations shape national frameworks and the applicability of international law to UAS. Detailed case studies from across Europe highlight current regulatory approaches and future legal challenges, advocating for adaptive legislation to keep pace with technological advancements in autonomous UAS technology.
This book is indispensable to scholars and legal practitioners in European law, aviation law, and technology law. Policymakers and regulatory bodies will also find this a crucial guide for integrating global practices into their domestic legislation. Additionally, industry stakeholders in the aerospace and UAS sectors will greatly benefit from its practical insights.
Contents
Contents
1 Introduction to the Legal Frameworks and Challenges of Unmanned Aircraft Systems in Europe 1
Jacques Hartmann, Anna Masutti, Andrea Bertolini, Steven Truxal and Benjamyn I. Scott
2 Making comparative law projects: a matter of methodology 5
Paola Monaco
3 International aviation law on liability 13
Jacques Hartmann
4 The regulation of unmanned aircraft systems in the European Union 31
Steven Truxal and Benjamyn I. Scott
5 The European framework on the liability arising from the use of Artificial Intelligence systems and its impact on UAS 65
Andrea Bertolini
6 Belgium 81
Kris Bernauw
7 Cyprus 105
Michael Chatzipanagiotis
8 France 123
Lehi Langer
9 Finland 139
Mikko T. Huttunen
10 Germany 159
Katja H. Brecke
11 Hungary 179
Balázs Tökey and Gábor Katjár
12 Italy 201
Andrea Trimarchi
13 Poland 225
Maria Dragun-Gertner, Agnieszka Kasprzak and Zuzanna Pepłowska-Dąbrowska
14 Romania 241
and Adina-Nora Buciuman
15 Slovenia 261
Karmen Lutman
16 United Kingdom 281
and George Leloudas
17 Conclusion to the Legal Evolution and Regulatory Challenges of Unmanned Aircraft Systems in Europe 319
Jacques Hartmann, Anna Masutti, Andrea Bertolini, Steven Truxal and Benjamyn I. Scott
1 Introduction to the Legal Frameworks and Challenges of Unmanned Aircraft Systems in Europe 1
Jacques Hartmann, Anna Masutti, Andrea Bertolini, Steven Truxal and Benjamyn I. Scott
2 Making comparative law projects: a matter of methodology 5
Paola Monaco
3 International aviation law on liability 13
Jacques Hartmann
4 The regulation of unmanned aircraft systems in the European Union 31
Steven Truxal and Benjamyn I. Scott
5 The European framework on the liability arising from the use of Artificial Intelligence systems and its impact on UAS 65
Andrea Bertolini
6 Belgium 81
Kris Bernauw
7 Cyprus 105
Michael Chatzipanagiotis
8 France 123
Lehi Langer
9 Finland 139
Mikko T. Huttunen
10 Germany 159
Katja H. Brecke
11 Hungary 179
Balázs Tökey and Gábor Katjár
12 Italy 201
Andrea Trimarchi
13 Poland 225
Maria Dragun-Gertner, Agnieszka Kasprzak and Zuzanna Pepłowska-Dąbrowska
14 Romania 241
and Adina-Nora Buciuman
15 Slovenia 261
Karmen Lutman
16 United Kingdom 281
and George Leloudas
17 Conclusion to the Legal Evolution and Regulatory Challenges of Unmanned Aircraft Systems in Europe 319
Jacques Hartmann, Anna Masutti, Andrea Bertolini, Steven Truxal and Benjamyn I. Scott
