The GVC (General Visual Line of Sight Certificate) is a remote pilot competency certificate. It provides a single qualification that is suitable for VLOS (Visual Line of Sight) operations within the Specific Category. Mainly aimed at enterprise drone pilots, the Specific Category covers operations that present a greater risk than that of the Open category, or where one or more elements of the operation fall outside the boundaries of the Open category. Drones such as the DJI M350 RTK, DJI M300 RTK, DJI M30 Series, and Inspire 3, fall into this category. Depending on operational requirements, there may also be pilots of aircraft such as the Phantom 4 RTK or Mavic 3 Enterprise Series who choose to sit the GVC instead of an A2 CofC (for operation in the Open Category). The Specific Category hinges on an Operational Authorisation being held by the drone operator, which has been issued by the CAA, before the operation can commence. Please note, a £290 fee to the CAA applies when applying for a UKPDRA-01 Operational Authorisation. An annual renewal of £217 also applies. The GVC is acceptable for all VLOS operations conducted under a PDRA.