Drone Pilot Schools in United Kingdom

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

10 schools listed
How to become a pilot

Every pilot needs a Flyer ID, a free online competency test, plus an Operator ID for whoever is responsible for the drone, costing £12.34 a year for anyone 18 or older. Flying closer to people requires an A2 Certificate of Competency, earned through an RAE-PC training provider with a self-directed practical component and a 30-question theory exam.

Commercial or Specific-category flying currently needs a General VLOS Certificate, though this is being phased out in favor of a tiered Remote Pilot Certificate (RPC-L1/L2/L3) by the end of 2027, obtained through an RAE-PC provider plus a CAA Operational Authorisation.

Regulator
CAA (Civil Aviation Authority) ↗ Air Navigation Order 2016
About the regulation

Civil drone operation in the United Kingdom is regulated by the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) under the Air Navigation Order 2016 and the UK's own onshored version of EU Regulation 2019/947, following Brexit. The UK kept the same Open, Specific, and Certified category structure as the EU model, but now runs it as its own independent regime.

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.

Schools

COPTRZ

A commercial drone company offering drone pilot training courses alongside drone sales, software, payloads, and repair services.

Leeds
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+44-330-111-7177

UAVHub

Offers CAA-approved drone pilot training courses, from beginner A2 CofC certificates to advanced GVC commercial operator qualifications.

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hello@uavhub.com

Consortiq (Uavair)

Provides drone pilot training plus aerial inspection, site-mapping, and digital-twin services for commercial operators.

London
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talkto@consortiq.com

Global Drone Training

Provides UK drone pilot certification courses, including Remote Pilot Certificates and Operating Safety Case compliance support.

Norwich
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+44-1603-327397

Other countries in Europe

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