The U-AGREE project aims to develop an integrated risk model for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) operations, to prevent negative impacts on safety, security, privacy, and the environment. This model is intended to implement the SORA methodology, which is mandated by the EU Regulation for conducting drone operations in the Specific category.

To achieve its objectives, U-AGREE will follow these key steps:

1. Identifying realistic scenarios where UAS operations take place and all potential hazards these operations may pose to safety, security, privacy, and the environment.

2. Assessing metrics and thresholds, in collaboration with relevant stakeholders such as civil aviation authorities and common information service providers, to measure risks associated with identified hazards.

3. Developing mathematical models that connect hazards to their effects, define mitigation barriers and quantify the effectiveness of these barriers in reducing risk.

4. Evaluating the model’s applicability and effectiveness by integrating the risk model into the scenarios identified earlier in the project.

This approach ensures that U-AGREE delivers a robust framework for safe, secure, and sustainable UAS operations while supporting compliance with EU regulations.