Professional Training Overview
Basic Training: $599
In person or online
Last weekend of each month
14 hours: theory study & exam
2 hours: field practice
Advanced Training: $1199
In person or online
Last weekend of each month + following Monday
16 hours: theory study
8 hours: exam + field practice + flight review
Flight Review: $300
In person
Flexible appointment time
Flight review for Advanced Drone Pilot Certificate
Study Materials Provided
Agricultural Drone Training
Focused on the use and operation of agricultural drones for tasks like crop monitoring and precision spraying.
Surveying and Mapping
Learn a modern, efficient method for capturing high-resolution aerial data over large or complex terrain.
LiDAR Training
Designed to teach participants how to plan, operate, and process data from LiDAR devices, and step-by-step guidance on generating accurate 3D models and terrain maps.
This module prepares participants for the Transport Canada RPAS Operator Certificate Basic Exam, covering aviation regulations, airspace management, flight principles, and safety procedures to ensure a comprehensive understanding of the exam material.
With expert instruction and practical guidance, our goal is to prepare you thoroughly for both the Advanced Exam and the subsequent Flight Review, ensuring you are confident and compliant in all advanced drone operations.
The final Flight Review evaluates the trainee’s practical flying abilities and understanding of safe operational practices. Participants must demonstrate proficient control over various flight tasks to meet all requirements and obtain Transport Canada certification.
After completing the Ground School, participants will take the Transport Canada RPAS Operator Certificate test. Passing this exam will grant them a Basic or Advanced RPAS Pilot Certificate.
Suggested Training Program – Transport Canada
With structured courses and hands-on training, we not only help participants pass certification exams but also enable them to confidently operate drones in diverse industry applications, promoting the safe and effective use of UAV technology.
You need a Pilot Certificate – Basic Operations to:
You need a Pilot Certificate – Advanced Operations to:
Agricultural Drone Operation Training
- Focused on the use and operation of agricultural drones (e.g., A-100) for tasks like crop monitoring and precision spraying.
- Covers pre-flight terrain surveying, spray mission setup, flight path planning, in-flight monitoring, and post-flight data analysis.
- Includes case studies and practical training on dynamic field inspection to optimize drone efficiency in real agricultural applications.
Industrial Drone Inspection Training
- Designed for industrial drone operators, covering typical scenarios such as pipeline inspection, facility monitoring, and land reclamation.
- Includes mission planning, payload configuration (e.g., thermal imaging, radar), data collection and analysis, and report generation.
- Emphasizes maintaining flight stability in complex environments and handling emergency situations like GPS loss or obstacle avoidance failure.
Any Questions?
flight@auav.ca