Useful companies and organisations

Industry Links

We have included a selection of links to third party organisations that we feel will be useful to drone operators.

UK Training Centres

If you are looking for training on drones within the UK then below you can find a list of useful sites we think you might find beneficial: 

Commerical UAV Academy (CUAVA) will equip you with the knowledge you need to gain the CAA-approved Cambridge Academy Proof of Competency (CAP-C) certificate and legally pilot a UAV on a commercial basis. With a range of course options and their money-back pass guarantee you’ll be gaining invaluable industry insight from some of the most experienced UAV operators in the business. All of CUAVA’s course instructors are seasoned professional pilots, with a wealth of commercial experience – both on the ground and in the air – to pass on to their students

Studying at Coptrz Academy gives you the qualifications, tools and continual development to be the best drone operator in your industry. Coptrz Academy offers the highest quality, rich and relevant drone content, and an unparalleled learning experience which experienced and novice drone pilots alike love to use. You’ll graduate from Coptrz Academy with the confidence to take on the drone world knowing you’ve been trained by the best, after all, we’re the only OFQUAL accredited drone training provider in the UK.

Flyby Technology in association with Pilotwise International Ltd, has nearly 40 years experience of training system design and delivery for over 20 air forces worldwide. All instructors are ex-military pilots, and each has thousands of hours of experience training fighter and helicopter pilots. We have over 100,000 flying hours of hard-won experience in dynamic and rapidly changing situations. We want to pass on that experience to you and we believe that pilots need to be trained by pilots.

UAVAir is a CAA Approved NQE; our training designed by airline pilots & professional drone operators, bringing the best of both worlds together. The combined knowledge of the executive training team comprises of over 40 years of flying, 20,000 commercial hours, 8 years in the civilian drone industry including hundreds of sub-20kg drone operations. Our external instructors are current practising PFAW operators. We offer solutions not only to get you qualified with our unique 3-day course held across the UK but also bespoke b2b industry options, utilising excellent UAV training facilities in Europe, leveraging our exclusive agreement with the ATLAS centre in Spain.

UAVHUB is a one-stop-shop for all things drone, able to provide the latest UAV equipment including DJI, Freefly Systems and Parrot. As the UK’s first Recognised Assessment Entity, UAVHUB offers a streamlined route to getting an Operational Authorisation from the CAA with its highly-regarded ICARUS drone training courses including the GVC and A2 C of C, All our courses are taught by an extremely experienced team of ex-military helicopter instructors and professional drone operators. UAVHUB strives to offer stellar customer service and absolute professionalism, with its company mission statement of ‘Setting the Standard for Unmanned Aviation Training’.

3iC provides simple and flexible drone training in the UK.  3iC has been accredited by the CAA as a Recognised Assessment Entity (RAE) and benefits from many years of experience in manned and unmanned aviation.  The company was founded to offer excellent professional drone training and focus on the exciting and rapidly growing Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Industry.  3iC can offer both online and Instructor led A2CofC and GVC courses.  Our core team members have a wealth of experience in the safety critical aviation industry.  We provide our clients with Safety focused professional drone training, whether online on in a “classroom” environment.

Rheinmetall Unmanned Systems Training Academy, is owned by Rheinmetall Technical Publications UK with facilities in Bristol and Blackpool. RUSTA is a CAA-approved National Qualified Entity operating in the UK and delivering courses for the award of Permission for Aerial Work (PFAW). RUSTA offers training courses at a number of UK locations as well as being able to deliver courses at the customer’s premises if required. RUSTA recognises the individual needs of its customers and is willing to modify its training accordingly. The driving principle behind RUSTA is to establish ‘Training for Safe Operation’.

Serious about becoming a professional Remote Pilot? Then look no further than UAV8 Ltd. We deliver high quality Drone Pilot Training solutions for the CAA Permission for Commercial Operations (PFCO), the A2 Certificate of Competence (A2 COC) and the General VLOS Certificate (GVC). UAV8 Ltd always put the client first and excel in delivering first class aviation instruction, no wonder we are becoming known as one of the leading training providers of Drone Pilot training in the UK.

Professional Drone Training Ltd deliver the highest quality Drone Pilot training and are approved by the Civil Aviation Authority as a Recognised Assessment Entity (RAE 8305). We put customer service at the top of every agenda and have only one aim, to help you achieve your PfCO/GVC and A2 C of C as quickly, easily and cost effectively as possible.

iRed is revolutionising how people and companies do inspections. Founded in 2002, iRed’s team of industry experts use thermal imaging, multispectral, photogrammetry and drone deployment technologies to deliver surveys, training and equipment solutions nationwide. Specifically designed for new and experienced drone pilots looking to extend their skills, we’re proud to have the largest range of industry-focused drone courses available in the UK. iRed is a DJI Enterprise Partner, CAA Approved NQE, and leading supplier of specialist drone platforms, sensors, and enterprise support.

HELIGUY.com™ is an industry-leading and multi award-winning UAS company, specialising in DJI drones. Recognised as a DJI Gold Partner, and with premises in the UK and USA, HELIGUY.com™ provides specialist supply, support and training to enable commercial drone programmes around the world to thrive. As a true one-stop-shop, HELIGUY.com™ stocks a range of consumer and enterprise drones and payloads, offers a rental service, and has an in-house Authorised DJI Repair Center and R&D lab. As a CAA-approved NQE and RAE, HELIGUY.com™ offers industry-leading drone training online and at a range of stunning UK locations. 

Railscape Ltd TA RUAS have two strands to their drone business, RUAS who are one of the UK’s leading drone operations providers and RUAS Training Academy who were the longest running NQE (National Qualified Entity) and have recently received RAE (Recognised Assessment Entity) accreditation from the UK CAA to design, develop and deliver UAS training courses on their behalf within the United Kingdom.

“If you believe in being your best, that safety, skill and knowledge is paramount, and you wish to invest in quality training, then we’ve been expecting you! HALO Drones focuses on providing effective training courses that create competency, no just compliance with the regulations. We give you skills, rather than just content by utilising modern learning methods which avoid the dreaded “death by PowerPoint” approach the majority of our competitors use. Take a look at our range of courses to see which best suits your needs. If you have any queries, please contact us and our HALO team will be happy to help.” 

AV8 Flight School is a multi award-winning provider of professional drone training, named both Great British Entrepreneur 2021 of the Year by GBEA Awards, and Drone Training Specialists of the Year 2021/22 by Prestige Awards. Their flagship GVC course includes an amazing on-demand virtual learning environment, online exams, unlimited instructor support, automated operations manual system, on-demand flight tests nationwide, digital certification, AV8’s own augmented reality app, and much, much more. With nearly a century of aviation experience, the AV8 team have flown and instructed on everything from gliders to fighter jets, jetliners to helicopters, and drones from 250 grams to 2 tons.

Global Drone Training is run by drone pilots, for drone pilots. All their instructors currently work or have worked as commercial remote pilots in the UK, meaning they have a wealth of experience and advice to share with you when you come to train with them. As a CAA-approved RAE they offer the GVC and A2 CofC courses. All their courses are live taught, even when delivered online, as they believe that you need the opportunity to ask questions when going through your training. They are currently the only training provider able to offer the ECITB Foundation Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Course, launched in February 2023. They can also offer beginner and advanced flight training as well as specialist courses in photogrammetry and drone surveillance. They offer operating safety case (OSC) consultancy to assist operators achieve enhanced authorisations from the CAA. Global Drone Training is also a DJI Enterprise and Autel reseller.

Inspectahire are the UK’s leading Remote Visual Inspection specialists providing industrial inspection services, technology, and training. Established in 1981, we have the knowledge and experience needed to explore hard-to-reach and harsh environments quickly, safely, and cost-effectively. We have a range of inspection and security equipment to provide the best solution for the job at hand, including a selection of industry leading drones for both outdoor and indoor use, and range extending accessories. Our team of fully qualified and experienced technicians can help advise you on the best equipment for your business needs. Get in touch with Inspectahire to take your inspections the extra mile.

Retailers

If you need help in choosing the right drone or are in the market to find out more the links below might be helpful:

HELIGUY.com™ is an industry-leading and multi award-winning UAS company, specialising in DJI drones. Recognised as a DJI Gold Partner, and with premises in the UK and USA, HELIGUY.com™ provides specialist supply, support and training to enable commercial drone programmes around the world to thrive. As a true one-stop-shop, HELIGUY.com™ stocks a range of consumer and enterprise drones and payloads, offers a rental service, and has an in-house Authorised DJI Repair Center and R&D lab. As a CAA-approved NQE and RAE, HELIGUY.com™ offers industry-leading drone training online and at a range of stunning UK locations. 

iRed is revolutionising how people and companies do inspections. Founded in 2002, iRed’s team of industry experts use thermal imaging, multispectral, photogrammetry and drone deployment technologies to deliver surveys, training and equipment solutions nationwide. Specifically designed for new and experienced drone pilots looking to extend their skills, we’re proud to have the largest range of industry-focused drone courses available in the UK. iRed is a DJI Enterprise Partner, CAA Approved NQE, and leading supplier of specialist drone platforms, sensors, and enterprise support.

Wingtra is the producer of the WingtraOne, the first commercially successful vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) drone. WingtraOne is used by geospatial and industry professionals around the world to conduct surveys with unprecedented accuracy. WingtraOne takes-off and lands as a multicopter but flies in the air as a fixed wing aircraft. VTOL eliminates the risk of damaging the aircraft while landing and lets the drone carry heavier and thus better sensors (e.g. 40MP Sony RX1RII). Thanks to this technology, this mapping drone allows surveys up to 80% faster than with land-based equipment or multirotor drones.

 

Drone Safe Store is the South Coasts leading, independent DJI drone store, specialising in supporting new members of our industry. As the highest-rated DJI drone store in the UK, we provide best in class customer service and support for all of our customers. We also provide the full range of DJI drones, gimbals and accessories to commercial professionals across the country. Start your drone journey with Drone Safe Store.

COPTRZ are one of the UK’s leading commercial drone solution providers. COPTRZ exist to enable businesses and governmental organisations to get the most from drone technology. To date, COPTRZ has helped over 1000 businesses to access the benefits of drone technology, providing cheaper, faster and safer operational capability. By providing you with a complete solution, through best-in-world drones (also known as UAVs), payloadssoftwaretraining and consultancy to deliver the best possible drone strategy for your organisation. Contact COPTRZ to revolutionise your organisation with drones.

Associates & Partners

Below you’ll find a list of recognised industry bodies and platforms you should know about if you are involved with drones, whether professionally or recreationally:

ARPAS-UK are the UK’s leading professional RPAS association and are the only non-commercial professional body, solely representing SUA operators and manufacturers in the UK. The Association has no commercial interests; all income is used to further the interests of the membership and to ensure that the industry remains fair, safe and open. ARPAS-UK and its members believe that using a SUA commercially should be both safe and legal. The Association supports a culture of best practice and promote s the highest levels of professionalism amongst all its members.

Drone Safe Register™ (DSR) is the UK’s trusted network of trained, safe and insured professional drone operators available for hire. As seen on BBC’s Dragons Den, DSR’s platform makes finding and hiring a commercial drone operator quick and easy with the guarantee of finding a professional drone operator. Drone Safe Register offers professional memberships for qualified commercial drone pilots and help them in finding aerial work in their local area. 

The CAA is the UK’s specialist aviation regulator. Through its skills and expertise it is recognised as a world leader in its field.

Dronedesk is the beautifully simple business admin and flight planning application for commercial drone operators in the UK. Forget paper, spreadsheets and visiting ten different websites to get the information you need, Dronedesk is in the cloud and has everything you need in a single app. Everything! It has lead generation, quoting & invoicing, asset & team management, flight logging & reporting and an amazing flight planning suite which will save you 45 minutes for every flight you plan. Drondesk helps you get compliant, organised and efficient and makes it a breeze to stay that way. Join 100’s of other drone professionals and enjoy less admin, more flying!

DARe-3D – Drone Services PfCO Operator. We will work with you to create and develop a specific package tailored to your needs. Over 20 years` experience in the Construction Industry offering a wide range of services including site photography, property promotion, structural inspections and 3D surveys. DARe-3D – Drone Hire. Unique Business to Business Drone Kit Hire service, enabling businesses to hire and benefit from our wide range of specialist drone equipment using our custom-built online Drone Kit Hire platform. DARe-3D – Drone Sales. Supplying consumer and professional drones & accessories for almost any purpose.

DroneClub is a platform that brings together experienced drone pilots with clients. Drone Pilots can sign up and complete a profile to showcase their previous work and skill-set. Clients can signup and post their job requirements on the platform and then invite pilots via their profiles to send in their proposals for the job, or they can wait for our automated matching system to alert pilots that a new job has been posted. Clients can then effortlessly compare proposals and award the job. Job invoicing, contracts and asset delivery is all handled via the droneclub platform, so giving both the client and pilots a way to manage their jobs. DroneClub has many more features, so why not signup now to find out more.

 

Information has been provided by the relevant body or organisation and we recommend that you contact them to clarify their services further.

If you would like us to consider adding your company to this list, please contact us.