Course Description

To operate a drone within the specific category, you will require an Operational authorisation from the CAA.
This GVC course will enable operators to apply to the CAA for an Operational Authorisation
(**Note** The CAA charge £260 for an initial application)

(The flight assessment at Portland, is included in the course fee)
Flight assessments are conducted on-site at Portland or alternatively, we can arrange for practical assessments to be held in Bromley for an extra fee.

The benefits include overflight of people, flights in congested areas, flights of heavier aircraft up to 25kg and the ability to add on additional modules to the certificate.

Course structure:

• AIR LAW / RESPONSIBILITIES
• UAS AIRSPACE OPERATING PRINCIPLES
• AIRMANSHIP & AVIATION SAFETY
• HUMAN PERFORMANCE LIMITATIONS HUMAN FACTORS
• METEROLOGY
• NAVIGATIONAL CHARTS
• AIRCRAFT KNOWLEDGE
• OPERATIONAL PROCEDURES