Documentation & Flight Approvals

Tiepoint supports drone manufacturers and operators with flight approval processes, documentation systems, and operational readiness — from concept to compliant operation. With a strong track record in both civilian and defense aviation environments, we simplify the complex and help you fly sooner, safer, and smarter.

For Drone Producers and Distributors

We assist with EASA design verification, NATO STANAG 4703 certification, restricted type certificates, or full type certificates — depending on your needs. This enables smooth integration for your civilian and military customers. In cooperation with our approved design partner Aviation Engineering, we guide you through the certification path that best fits your platform.

We also provide pre-described SORA and ConOps templates for multiple scenarios, including BVLOS, urban operations, and controlled airspace — supporting flight approvals in populated and high-complexity environments. If time is critical, our fast-track approach can get your drones operational within 1–2 months, depending on maturity and documentation readiness.

For Drone Operators

We support operators pursuing everything from STS to full EASA LUC approvals. Our services cover documentation, training, procedures, technical management, e-based logging, safety systems, and compliance monitoring. For teams that require additional capacity or regulatory presence, we also offer qualified management for hire — including nominated persons for all required roles.

Compliance Monitoring

Tiepoint offers external compliance monitoring through detailed gap analysis against EASA regulations — both current and upcoming — as well as your internal procedures. Available as a one-off or on a recurring basis, our service helps you stay prepared for audits, improve quality control, and maintain your flight approvals without disruption.

Safety Management

Our Safety Management System (SMS) is delivered as a fully integrated framework — embedded in your own operations and supported by our team. We help manage statistics, safety reporting, and continuous improvement, and provide a structured base for recurrency training, audits, and regulatory confidence.

Pilot Portal & NOTAM Support

Our pilot portal simplifies pre-flight planning by filtering NOTAMs relevant to low-altitude drone operations. The portal also links to key documentation and self-help guides — including procedures near airports, within protected areas, and more. A built-in chatbot answers basic queries, while hotline access connects you directly to a Tiepoint expert for mission-critical questions.

Flight Operations Support

We offer flight dispatching to ensure every mission stays within your operational approval. After each flight, a compliance check — supported by AI — verifies adherence to your safety and approval framework. This layer of operational control aligns directly with EASA expectations.

Management for Hire

Tiepoint provides experienced, EASA-compliant personnel to act as Accountable Manager, Safety Manager, or other nominated roles — short or long term. This flexible solution gives you immediate access to qualified leadership for setup, approval, recurrency, or ongoing operational needs.

Let us take care of the paperwork, so you can stay focused on flight.