Study Remote Pilot and Emerging Technologies
Do you want to be a part of an industry that’s rapidly evolving and offers new and exciting opportunities? More and more businesses are identifying that drones can improve their operations and increase commercial opportunities, enabling them to capitalise on the growing demand for remote pilot capabilities.
The drone industry is growing and developing rapidly and there are now significant career opportunities awaiting those with a remote pilot licence. As a leading provider of flight training and drone courses, Aviation Australia recognises that drones and associated technologies present a wealth of opportunities for individuals and businesses across a wide range of industries, including real estate, infrastructure and entertainment.
Aviation Australia has delivered certified remote pilot training in partnership with our training division, Remote Aviation (CASA.ReOC.1006 training approval) to over a thousand remote pilots across Australia. We have developed courses that directly correlate to skills needed in the industry, including filming, surveying, inspection, research and agriculture applications. We have assisted a wide range of businesses and departments with gaining their operational approvals and structuring their remotely piloted aircraft policy and procedures.
Explore Remote Pilot and Emerging Technologies courses
View all coursesThe Future of Uncrewed Aviation
Remote pilot training for agriculture, mining, emergency and environmental careers.
Learn moreRemote Pilot Licence Course (7kg)
Get licensed to fly drones under 7kg. No experience needed.
View courseRemote Pilot Licence Course (25kg Upgrade)
Upgrade your existing RePL to fly multi-rotor drones under 25kg.
View courseBeyond Visual Line of Sight Training
Prepare for the CASA BVLOS exam and take your drone operations further.
View courseBusiness Consulting
We have assisted hundreds of businesses across Australia, helping them to implement and expand their RPAS capabilities. Our training can be customised to your individual requirements, providing consulting for:
- Policy & procedures,
- ReOC preparation,
- Contextualised RePL training,
- RPAS type & weight category upgrades and
- Flight planning and risk management software.
Our training options are flexible and conducted at a location convenient for your staff.
Training in Schools
Aviation Australia is approved by the Department of Employment, Small Business and Training as a Skills Assure Supplier to deliver the Certificate III in Aviation (Remote Pilot) AVI30419 through the VET in Schools (VETiS) program.
Vocational Education and Training in Schools (VETiS) is funded by the VET investment budget and is fee-free for eligible students.
Careers
The drone industry is still quite new but rapidly evolving. Thanks to ongoing technological advances, drones are finding their way into many industries such as Oil & Gas, Construction and Mining. These industries are using drones for services such as:
- Inspection, Monitoring and Filming
- Design andEngineering
- Asset Inspection
- Aerial mapping
- Agriculture
- Disaster management
- Commercial photography
Unmanned aircraft will continue to replace manned aircraft for many tasks due to their efficiency and reduced operating expenses; the opportunities are endless in this exciting industry.
Why become a Remote Pilot?
- Well-paid job outcomes with globally recognised qualifications
- High demand for remote pilots across the globe
- Flexibility to work from almost anywhere
- Excellent opportunities for career growth
- Continuous learning in a fast-evolving industry
- Opportunities to travel and work on international projects
- Operate cutting-edge drone technology
- Hands-on work with real-world impact
- Collaborate in dynamic and innovative team environments