The drone industry is rapidly evolving, and this in turn is creating new and exciting opportunities for existing and aspiring Drone Pilots.
The RPC Licence (as per the regulations in PART 101), will equip you with knowledge, skills, and license to operate a drone on a commercial basis.
Our highly experienced instructors have developed additional drone programs in line, as well as AVSEC and Dangerous Goods, Crew Resource Management / Human Factors, and UAS Preventative Maintenance.
Course OverviewCourse Duration: 2 Hours Course Price: R2875 per personIn preparation for your RPC Renewal, this refresher session will provide delegates with the necessary theoretical knowledge and refresh practical skills to ensure a seamless renewal process. Please...
Course OverviewCourse Duration: 3 - 4 hours Course Price: R1350 per person (Online Only)Aviation Security is a 6-hour course essential for flight crew in today’s world of ever-increasing securitythreats. In detail, the course shall also cover bomb threats and...
The Beyond Visual Line of Sight training program will provide RPL Pilots with a thorough understanding of the procedures to adopt when flying a drone beyond visual line of sight.
Note: Course attendees must hold a valid SACAA RPL License.
This CRM RPL course addresses human factors for Drone Pilots, challenges they may face, and possible errors. The Aim is to broaden knowledge of human factors in unmanned aircraft operations. Understanding the human machine is vital and enables RPL Pilots to perform multi-functional tasks required for safe RPC operations.
The (DG) Dangerous Goods Awareness training program provides flight deck, cabin crew, and ground crew with the knowledge and understanding of the Provisions for DG carried by passengers or crew, knowledge of hidden DG, the IATA list of dangerous goods, Marking and Labelling of DG, DG Packaging and incompatible DG and emergency response procedures.
The RPM (RPC Preventative Maintenance) program aims to ensure Drone Pilots understand the benefits and safety implications of a Preventative Maintenance schedule and includes sample Preventative Maintenance Checklists available for download and use. A practical, hands-on, and easy-to-follow course, highly recommended for anyone in possession of a drone.
The Hostile Environment Awareness Training course covers possible scenarios in hostile environments and how to deal with them. Planning and preparing for an emergency evacuation, dealing with hostage situations, what to expect in ‘hotspots,’ and what to look for in danger zones are some of the topics covered in our HEAT training course.
CATS & CARS Familiarization assists in understanding the legislative structure, design, documentation, amendments, and communication, highlighting the connectivity between the Civil Aviation Technical Standards (CATS) and Civil Aviation Regulations (CARs), focussing on PART 91 / PART 121 / PART 135 and PART 127.
Fundamental of Aviation gives insight into the industry and is ideal as an induction program, providing an understanding of many aspects of aviation, increasing the knowledge of aircraft, airspaces, airports, flight rules, and every aspect of an air operation or airport facility.
The Safety Officer Drone Awareness (SODA) course provides High-Risk Industry Safety Personnel with information regarding the regulations, operational challenges and hazards that accompany the operation of Drones, at company facilities.
Commercial operations need to oversight drone operations at their facilities. This course will provide Safety Officers and other personnel with the required knowledge to effectively oversight such operations.
The RT (Radio Telephony) program gives Base Station Radio Operators the knowledge to communicate on Aeronautical radio frequencies effectively and efficiently, covering aspects regarding radio communications with Air Traffic Controllers and pilots.
This course covers the use of the radio for safe and efficient flight operations, and procedures and regulations pertaining to Base Station Operators’ Radio Telephony.
Course OverviewCourse Duration: 2 Hours Course Price: R2875 per personThe RPC Renewal is to assist current RPC holders in renewing their Remote Pilot Certification. The Skills test comprises of a ground evaluation, pre-flight inspection and practical flight test at...
Course OverviewCourse Duration: 2 Days in class Instruction / 4 days on-field Practical Course Price: R10990 per personThis course provides existing RPC holders the opportunity to advance their qualification towards an instructor rating Classroom Theory: Aim What the...
SACAA requires RPL pilots to have a specific skill level in flying a drone to complete the RPL licence. The practical component of your training is completed at our facilities and with our drone equipment.
In specific Drone operations, an Observer is required to assist the pilot is a variety of tasks, especially when operating BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line of Sight). This course provides the knowledge to perform the tasks of an RPC Observer.
The RPL Theory Training Program (Approved by the SACAA) will equip students with the theoretical knowledge required to complete a UAV / Drone Pilot’s License. Since regulations in respect of Drone Pilot Licenses vary substantially in different countries, this program has been aligned to EASA standards, and the most comprehensive theory program as per current world-wide Civil Aviation Regulations.
Note: On completion of this Theoretical Course, students are required to undergo Practical Training and skills testing on practical flying skills.
Cranfield Aviation Training offers a SACAA accredited RPL Theory Training Program, for pilots looking to become qualified Remote Pilot License holders. Equip yourself with the skills, license, and knowledge base with our highly experienced instructors, and become an integral part of this ground-breaking industry.
Course OverviewCourse Duration: 2 Days Course Price: 1850 per personAs individuals working for Airlines, we need to understand how important the following are: Your role in the aviation industry. Your various responsibilities in respect of Safety and Service that come...
The Drone Awareness for South African Operators course is specifically designed for private individuals wishing to familiarize themselves with not only the basic operation of Remotely Piloted Aircraft but also with the regulations under which these aircraft should be operated in South Africa.
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Course bookings may be cancelled up to the day prior to the course date. It can be done via WhatsApp or email, or telephonically. We do not charge a cancellation fee, as we understand rosters change last minute and flight delays etc. We just ask you to please, let us know.
Timely arrival for the training is requested. Please note that the courses have an Aviation Authority-specified minimum number of training hours, so starting on time is imperative.
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