Drone Pilot Schools in Netherlands

These schools train drone pilots in Netherlands, from first flights to commercial work. Programs, schedules, and pricing change often, so contact each school directly for current details.

5 schools listed
How to become a pilot

A1/A3 exams are run by RDW-recognized private schools rather than a centralized government exam, after which RDW issues the license through the DigiD system for a 10 euro iDeal fee, valid 5 years across the EU.

The minimum age for solo flying is 16; younger pilots must fly under supervision. The Certified category, ILT notes, is not yet possible in the Netherlands.

Regulator
ILT / RDW ↗ EU Regulation 2019/947
About the regulation

Civil drone operation in the Netherlands is set by policy at ILT (the Human Environment and Transport Inspectorate), with registration and individual licensing delegated to RDW, the vehicle authority. Rules are weight-banded: drones under 250 grams need nothing, 250 to 500 grams need registration plus A1/A3, 500 grams to 2 kilograms need registration plus A1, A2, or A3, and 2 to 25 kilograms need registration plus A1/A3.

Confirm current requirements on the authority's official site before you enroll or fly.

This page is for general orientation and may not reflect the latest regulatory changes. It is not legal advice: confirm current rules, fees, and permitted zones with your country's civil aviation authority before you fly.

A listing in this directory is not an endorsement, accreditation, or certification of any school, and does not indicate affiliation with or vetting by us. Confirm a school's credentials and authorizations directly with the school and the relevant authority.

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