UAS Courses

UAS Remote Pilot Certificate

The UAS Remote Pilot Certificate is for those who only want to fly under Part 101 and want to understand their responsibilities and flying within 4km of an aerodrome.

The UAS Remote Pilot Certificate is a two-day course comprised of the UAS 101 Ground Course and Flight Test. The UAS 101 Ground Course covers:

  • Understanding airspace
  • Operations within 4km of an aerodrome
  • General Part 101 Rules including Night and Visual Line of Sight
  • AIP Supplements and NOTAMs
  • Accident Reporting
  • Technical aspects of UAVs
  • Hazard and Risk Minimisation

Price: $1,045 + GST

Advanced UAS Remote Pilot Certificate

The Advanced UAS Remote Pilot Certificate is essential for anyone who wants to fly as a pilot for a Part 102 organisation. This course includes all of the content of the UAS Remote Pilot Certificate, plus an additional day in the classroom covering advanced material for Part 102 operations. Learn about the broader legal framework for UAS operations including trespass and privacy, systems failures, accident and incident reporting under Part 102, and the Part 102 certification process, documentation, and expectations.

An additional endorsement is available for the Cook Islands, with additional requirements of the Cook Islands CAA to be met after the award of the certificate.

Price: $1,545 + GST

101 Virtual Course

Complete the UAS 101 Ground Course over two mornings with our virtual course. The course will be delivered live by one of our instructors and you will attend the course by Zoom.

Dates:

  • 10-11 October 2024
  • 21-22 November 2024

You will need to separately book and complete a Flight Test to obtain the UAS Remote Pilot Certificate.

Price: $450 + GST

Night Rating

The Night Rating is for a person who intends to fly unshielded at night under a Part 102 certificate.


Pre-requisite: an approved pilot qualification (such as the Advanced UAS Remote Pilot Certificate).

Prior to the conduct of the Night Rating assessment you will need to read and understand the material in our Night Rating Guide. The examiner will ask you questions about the content of the Guide and how that relates to your operations. The content of the flight test is also described in the Guide.

Price: $350 + GST

Initial Flight Test

If you have completed a theory-only course then you will also need to complete a Flight Test to obtain the UAS Remote Pilot Certificate.

Price: $350 + GST

Our list of upcoming courses can be found HERE.