Volantis Ops

Terms of Use & Disclaimer

Version 1.2Last Updated: January 4, 2026

Beta Version Notice

Volantis Ops is currently in beta. Features may change, and short maintenance periods may occur. The official release is planned for late January 2026.

Important Notice

By using Volantis Ops, you acknowledge that this platform is a planning and management tool only. Users are solely responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable aviation laws, regulations, and obtaining necessary authorizations from FOCA and other authorities.

1. Acceptance of Terms

By accessing or using Volantis Ops ("the Platform"), you acknowledge that you have read, understood, and agree to be bound by these Terms of Use and our Privacy Policy. If you do not agree to these terms, you must not use the Platform.

If you are using the Platform on behalf of an organization, you represent that you have the authority to bind that organization to these Terms.

2. Nature of the Service

Volantis Ops is a professional drone flight management platform designed to assist commercial drone operators with:

Flight planning and documentation
SORA risk assessments and calculations
Fleet and equipment management
Pilot certification tracking
Weather monitoring and forecasts
Maintenance scheduling
Duty time compliance (SAIL III)
Regulatory documentation support
Flight log management (DJI integration)
Team calendar and coordination

3. Important Disclaimers

3.1 No Guarantee of Regulatory Compliance

The Platform is a planning and management tool only.

  • The Platform does NOT replace professional legal or regulatory advice
  • Users remain solely responsible for ensuring compliance with all applicable laws
  • Regulatory requirements may change; the Platform may not immediately reflect updates
  • Authorization from FOCA, cantonal, or other authorities must be obtained independently

3.2 Weather Information

Weather data provided through the Platform:

  • • Is sourced from third-party providers (MeteoSwiss, Open-Meteo)
  • • Is provided for informational purposes only
  • • May not reflect real-time conditions at your specific flight location
  • Should NOT be the sole basis for flight decisions
  • • Users must conduct independent weather assessments before each flight

3.3 SORA and Risk Calculations

SORA ground risk, air risk, contingency volumes, and other calculations:

  • • Are based on user-provided inputs and may contain errors
  • • Are intended as planning aids, not certified assessments
  • • Do NOT constitute official SORA assessments approved by aviation authorities
  • • Users are responsible for verifying all calculations independently

3.4 Airspace and Restriction Data

Information about drone restrictions and airspace:

  • • Is provided as a reference only
  • • May not be complete, current, or accurate
  • • Does NOT replace official aeronautical information (AIP, NOTAMs)
  • • Users must verify airspace status through official sources before flight

3.5 Equipment and Pilot Data

  • • The Platform does not verify accuracy of equipment specifications or license validity
  • • Users are responsible for maintaining accurate and current records
  • • Expiration alerts are reminders only; users must independently track compliance

4. Limitation of Liability

To the maximum extent permitted by Swiss law:

4.1 No Warranty

The Platform is provided "AS IS" and "AS AVAILABLE" without warranties of any kind, including:

  • • Merchantability or fitness for a particular purpose
  • • Accuracy, reliability, or completeness of information
  • • Uninterrupted or error-free operation
  • • Security or freedom from harmful components

4.2 Exclusion of Damages

Volantis Ops and its affiliates shall NOT be liable for:

Direct, indirect, or consequential damages
Loss of profits, revenue, or data
Personal injury or property damage
Regulatory fines or sanctions
Losses from reliance on Platform data
Third-party claims from drone operations

4.3 Cap on Liability

Where limitation is restricted by law, our total liability shall not exceed the amount paid by you for the Platform in the 12 months preceding the claim.

5. User Responsibilities

By using Volantis Ops, you agree to:

Provide accurate and current information
Maintain valid licenses, certifications, and insurance
Comply with all applicable aviation laws
Conduct independent verification of critical info
Use the Platform only for lawful purposes
Not rely solely on Platform for safety decisions
Report any errors or inaccuracies discovered
Keep your account credentials secure

6. Subscription & Billing

6.1 Subscription Plans

Volantis Ops offers various subscription tiers with different features and pricing. Current pricing is available on our website. We reserve the right to modify pricing with 30 days notice.

6.2 Trial Period

New users may receive a trial period. After the trial expires, continued access requires an active paid subscription.

6.3 Billing

Subscriptions are billed in advance on a monthly or annual basis. Payment is due upon subscription activation. All fees are non-refundable except as required by law.

6.4 Cancellation

You may cancel your subscription at any time. Access continues until the end of the current billing period. No partial refunds are provided for early cancellation.

7. Indemnification

You agree to indemnify, defend, and hold harmless Volantis Ops, its officers, employees, and agents from any claims, damages, losses, or expenses (including legal fees) arising from:

  • Your use of the Platform
  • Your drone operations and any resulting incidents
  • Violation of these Terms
  • Infringement of third-party rights
  • Inaccurate information you provide

8. Third-Party Services

The Platform integrates with third-party services including:

Weather providers
Mapping services (geo.admin.ch)
DJI flight log parsing
Payment processors
Email services
  • • We are not responsible for third-party service availability or accuracy
  • • Your use of third-party services is subject to their respective terms
  • • We do not endorse or guarantee third-party content

9. Account Termination

We reserve the right to suspend or terminate your access for:

  • • Violation of these Terms
  • • Fraudulent or illegal activity
  • • Non-payment (for paid subscriptions)
  • • At our discretion with reasonable notice

Upon termination, you may request export of your data within 30 days. After 90 days, data will be anonymized or deleted in accordance with our Privacy Policy.

10. Intellectual Property

All content, features, and functionality of Volantis Ops are owned by Volantis Ops and protected by intellectual property laws. You may not copy, modify, distribute, or reverse-engineer the Platform without written authorization. Your flight data and content remain your property.

11. Modifications

We may modify these Terms at any time. Material changes will be communicated via email or Platform notification at least 30 days before taking effect. Continued use after changes constitutes acceptance.

12. Governing Law and Jurisdiction

These Terms are governed by Swiss law. Any disputes shall be resolved exclusively in the courts of Switzerland, unless mandatory consumer protection laws require otherwise.

13. Severability

If any provision of these Terms is found unenforceable, the remaining provisions shall continue in full force and effect.

14. Contact Information

Contact Us

For questions about these Terms or for platform support:

Volantis Ops
Switzerland

support@volantisops.app

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