UK Space Industry Act 2018: Post-Brexit Compliance Guide

Post-Brexit, the UK operates independently from EU space regulation.

Regulatory Authorities

• CAA: Spaceflight operator licenses, spaceport licenses

• UKSA: Satellite operator licenses, international coordination

License Types

• Spaceflight Operator License

• Spaceport License

• Range Control License

• Orbital Operator License

UK vs EU Space Act

Aspect | UK (SIA) | EU Space Act --------|----------|-------------- Scope | UK jurisdiction | EU member states Authority | CAA/UKSA | National NCAs Mutual recognition | No | Yes within EU

For EU Operators

If considering UK operations:

• Separate UK license required

• No mutual recognition with EU

• UK-specific requirements apply

The UK offers opportunity but requires separate compliance.