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The Drone Pilot Network

A network of over 100 trained, certified and insured operators

RUAS Drone Training Online

our network

We can provide nationwide coverage to our clients across sites at the same time

By being responsible for the drone operators training, RUAS are able to verify our Partners to ensure they are and remain competent and current giving our clients the reassurance that any drone operator that operates for them do so to the highest standard; these standards being established, monitored and maintained by RUAS.

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trust

We only use drone Operators we’ve trained and trust

As the longest standing drone pilot training CAA approved NQE we know that pilots that have been through our course have a thorough understanding of the process of operating a drone. Pilots are then specifically chosen to join our drone pilot network.

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coverage

We provide nationwide Coverage to our clients

There are over 100 drone pilots in the network dispersed across the UK, allowing us to provide a service wherever required. The network allows us to complete jobs on a large scale for example on an ongoing job with the supermarket chain Asda we have flown over 200 different sites all over the UK using over 50 different operators all guaranteed by RUAS. The network facilitated RUAS’s ability to complete work at 25 different sites in different locations around the UK in one weekend on one project.

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GVC Transition Course
best seller

TQUK Level 4 Award for Commercial Drone Pilots

£1150

Ofqual-regulated  GVC, A2 CofC, Flight Training and Assessment Drone Training Course.

  • ELCAS Credits for Army Leavers
  • Perfect for Career Changers
  • Excellent for Uni Graduates
  • Recognised Commercial Qualification
  • Best Package on the Market
A2 CofC Training

A2 CofC Mock Exam

£0

The A2 Certificate of Competency is a remote pilot competency certificate intended to assure the safe operation of unmanned aircraft close to uninvolved persons.

  • Four Online Modules
  • Online Theory Exam
  • Self-Declaration of Flying Practice
  • Ongoing Student Support
  • No need to apply to the CAA
A2 CofC Training

GVC Mock Exam

£0

The General Visual Line Of Sight Certificate (GVC) has been developed for the operation of a drone with a MTOM of <25kg within the Specific Category.

  • Four Online Modules
  • Online Theory Exam
  • Self-Declaration of Flying Practice
  • Ongoing Student Support
  • No need to apply to the CAA
Bespoke Training

Industry Bespoke Training (Classroom & Onsite Available)

POA

Industry Bespoke Training is developed in accordance with how your company intend to operate, which can also offer companies with slightly unusual operations to have the training adapted to their individual requirements.

  • Learn from leading experts
  • Customised Training
Aerial Processing Course

Aerial Data Processing Course (3 Day Classroom)

£795

RUAS Aerial Data Processing course is the next step in data capture for image processing of GIS data product generation through Agisoft Metashape.

  • Introduction to UAV mapping
  • Learn from leading experts
  • Understanding of Data Alignment
  • 'Terrain Follow’ in surveying
  • Image pre-processing/post-processing
A2 CofC Training

A2 CofC (Online)

£99

The A2 Certificate of Competency is a remote pilot competency certificate intended to assure the safe operation of unmanned aircraft close to uninvolved persons.

  • Four Online Modules
  • Online Theory Exam
  • Self-Declaration of Flying Practice
  • Ongoing Student Support
  • No need to apply to the CAA
GVC Transition Course

General VLOS Certificate (GVC) (Online & Classroom)

£599

The General Visual Line Of Sight Certificate (GVC) has been developed for the operation of a drone with a MTOM of <25kg within the Specific Category.

  • Online Pre-learning Modules
  • 1 Day Classroom Training (Virtual options available on request)
  • Written Theory Exam
  • Practical Flight Assessment
  • Operations Manual Support
  • Ongoing Student Support
GVC Transition Course
best seller

A2 CofC and GVC Combined (Online & Classroom)

£649

This Learning Plan includes both the A2 Certificate of Competency and the General VLOS Certificate combined at a reduced price.

  • Online Pre-learning Modules
  • 1 Day Classroom Training (Virtual options available on request)
  • Written / Online Theory Exams
  • Practical Flight Assessment
  • Operations Manual Support
  • Ongoing Student Support
Drone Training Courses

GVC Transition (Online)

£400

The GVC Transition is specifically aimed at individuals who are already operating under the legacy PFCO or NQE prior to December 2020 and who need to re-qualify.

  • 9 Online Learning Modules
  • An Online Theory Exam (invigilated remotely by a member of the RUAS Training Academy team)
  • *A Practical Flight Assessment (*if required – please contact RUAS Training Academy for further details)
Drone Flight Training

Half Day Flight Training

£150

A half day flight training from a CAA approved experienced drone instructor.

  • Online Pre-learning modules
  • Practice on the interactive DJI flight simulator
  • Get to fly one or two of the latest DJI drones
  • CAA Professional drone pilot will teach and advise you
  • Drone flying lesson certificate
Drone Flight Training

Full Day Flight Training

£300

A full day flight training from a CAA approved experienced drone instructor.

  • Online Pre-learning Modules
  • Practice on the interactive DJI flight simulator
  • Get to fly one or two of the latest DJI drones
  • CAA Professional drone pilot will teach and advise you
  • Drone flying lesson certificate
Bespoke Training

Operations Manual Review (Remote Study)

£150

This course has been specifically designed for those who need guidance in preparing their Operations Manual in order to apply for an Operational Authorisation from the CAA.

  • Full Operations Manual guidance
  • Online video tutorials
  • Unique CAA Operations Manual template
  • Design to meet the new CAA requirements
  • Operations Manual review prior to submission
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