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UAV Training Australia offers 3 licencing courses depending on client requirements and experience:
If you only fly your drone for private or recreational purposes, you can do so without a Remote Pilot Licence (RePL). If you intend however to fly your drone commercially or for work purposes, there are extra rules you must follow. You will need a RePL or fly in the Excluded Category (sub-2 kilogram or Private Landholder). Regardless of the category, you must always operate your drone safely and adhere to the Standard Operating Conditions (SOCs) mandated by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA)
To become a Commercial Drone Pilot and operate aircraft outside the Excluded Category, you will need to successfully complete an RePL. UAV Training Australia offers 5-day CASA Drone Certification Initial RePL Training (covering both theoretical and flying components) or 2-day RePL Drone Licence CASA Pilot Conversion Courses for professionals already holding CASA licencing qualifications
There is no mandated requirement for any previous level of education prior to undertaking training for your RePL. You will however need to complete theoretical competencies on Remote Pilot Aircraft (RPA) law, RPA systems, meteorology, navigation, human factors, operational flight planning, aeronautical radio, aviation English along with other modules required by CASA to meet the RPA licensing requirements
UAV Training Australia offers 5-day CASA Drone Certification Initial RePL Training (covering both theoretical and flying components) or 2-day RePL Drone Licence CASA Pilot Conversion Courses for professionals already holding CASA licencing qualifications
Remotely-piloted aircraft system (RPAS) — Defined as a set of configurable elements consisting of a remotely-piloted aircraft, its associated remote pilot station(s), the required command and control links and any other system elements as may be required, at any point during flight operations
UAV Training Australia offers 5-day CASA Drone Certification Initial RePL Training (covering both theoretical and flying components) or 2-day RePL Drone Licence CASA Pilot Conversion Courses for professionals already holding CASA licencing qualifications
You may only fly at night if you hold an RePL, as well as a separate Night Visual Flight Rules (NVFR) Rating. UAV Training Australia offers a 1-day course which allows candidates to gain their rating and valuable experience undertaking night RPAS flight operations at our approved training area
UAV Training Australia has been operating for more than 10 years. We have been recognised by the drone industry (Australian Association for Unmanned Systems) as a Finalist for our training for the last two years running!
We deliver a range of RPAS training courses to individuals, businesses, industry groups and schools. We are an approved Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) Training Organisation as well as a preferred provider to nationally recognised training providers under the Australia Qualifications Framework. The UAV Training Australia team are highly qualified and dedicated towards ensuring that each of our candidates reaches their full potential and goals.
There is no minimum age requirement to obtain a RePL
CASA provide verified drone safety apps and web applications provide customised location-based information with easy-to-use maps about where you can and cannot fly your drone in accordance with aviation legislation. You will also need to check your local and state government for any local rules or regulations before you fly. https://www.casa.gov.au/knowyourdrone/drone-safety-apps
There are many providers in Australia that will issue policies covering the commercial use of drones. If your drone is lost, damaged or causes loss, damage or injury to others, drone insurance covers your liability costs to a certain extent, depending on the policy
Although many drone insurance policies are designed for commercial purposes there are some insurance solutions that would cover recreational use (including Public Liability and Vehicle & Equipment coverage)
If you intend to fly your drone for or at work (commercially), there are extra rules you must follow. You will need a remote pilot licence (RePL) or fly in the excluded category (sub-2 kilogram or private landholder)
Once you successfully complete your RePL, it remains valid perpetually
You have bought a drone such as a Phantom 4 or a Mavic Pro and you are looking to get in on some of those amazing photos and videos getting around Facebook, YouTube, and Instagram. You fly for fun and enjoyment, but not for payment. There is no requirement to hold a RePL, but it is a good idea to undertake some introductory training that covers all the basics to operate your drone safely and legally. UAV Training Australia offers a 1-day Introduction to Drone Flying Course
It is possible to fly for money in Australia with a drone that weighs under 2kg (e.g. a DJI Phantom or Mavic). This requires registering with CASA but requires no specific training or application costs. These operations are regarded as the excluded category
Excluded category operations are restricted to CASA’s Standard Operating Conditions (SOCs) and this does reduce what kind of commercial operations can be performed. It is also more difficult to attain public liability insurance without a licence or certificate. You must also notify CASA of your planned operations
To operate commercially with heavier drones (>2kg) and to gain permission for operations in conditions such as night flying, operating near controlled airports, or flying in closer proximity to persons, a pilot must hold a Remote Pilots Licence (RePL) and fly under a Remote Operator’s Certificate (ReOC)
A licenced Remote Pilot may be employed by a business holding a Remote Operator’s Certificate (ReOC) or to apply for their own ReOC and operate as an individual or sole-trader
The Civil Aviation Safety Authority is a government body that regulates Australian aviation safety. They license pilots, register aircraft, oversee and promote safety
