Description
The <7kg RePL Pilot Transition Course is designed specifically for licensed general aviation (GA) pilots who wish to transition into the drone industry. If you already hold a CASA flight crew licence, such as a Private Pilot Licence (PPL), Commercial Pilot Licence (CPL), Recreational Pilot Licence (RPL), or Air Transport Pilot Licence (ATPL), this course is the most efficient way to gain your Remote Pilot Licence (RePL) for drones weighing up to 7kg.
The course offers a fast-track option, allowing experienced GA pilots to skip the full theory component and focus solely on the practical flight assessment and CASA requirements. However, if you’d prefer to go through the full course materials, you’ll also have access to all the necessary modules, including air law, flight principles, and risk management. Once you complete the practical flight assessment, you’ll be certified to fly drones commercially in Australia with your RePL for multi-rotor drones under 7kg.
What You’ll Learn in the <7kg RePL Pilot Transition Course
For GA pilots, the <7kg RePL Pilot Transition Course focuses on building upon your existing aviation knowledge and training you on the specific requirements for flying multi-rotor drones. Here’s what you’ll cover:
- Air Law Specific to Drone Operations: You’ll learn about the specific regulations that apply to unmanned aircraft operations in Australia, including how they differ from manned aviation. This ensures you’re compliant with CASA regulations when operating drones in controlled airspace, near people, or in restricted areas.
- Flight Principles for Drones: Although you’re already familiar with the principles of flight, this section focuses on the nuances of operating drones, which can behave differently from fixed-wing or rotary-wing aircraft. You’ll learn about drone-specific forces, such as thrust and drag, and how to control them for smooth, stable flight.
- Practical Flight Assessment: The core component of this course is the practical flight assessment. You’ll be required to demonstrate your ability to control a multi-rotor drone, perform take-offs and landings, hover, and complete advanced manoeuvres such as flying in confined spaces or dealing with emergency scenarios.
- Risk Management: As a GA pilot, you’re already familiar with risk management procedures, but this course will tailor those concepts to drone operations. You’ll learn how to conduct pre-flight risk assessments for drones, as well as how to identify and mitigate hazards specific to unmanned aircraft.
Who Is This Course For?
The <7kg RePL Pilot Transition Course is specifically designed for licensed GA pilots who want to quickly transition into the drone industry. This course is ideal for:
- General Aviation Pilots: If you’re already licensed to fly manned aircraft and want to expand your skillset to include drones, this course will allow you to obtain your RePL without repeating the full theory component.
- Film and Media Professionals: For those looking to use drones in film production, this certification allows you to fly multi-rotor drones with advanced camera equipment.
- Surveyors and Engineers: Drones offer a cost-effective and efficient way to conduct aerial surveys, inspections, and mapping. With the <7kg RePL Pilot Transition Course, you’ll be qualified to use drones for commercial purposes.
Why Choose SkyMedia Training?
At SkyMedia Training, we offer in-person training led by experienced drone pilots who have worked across a variety of industries. Our small class sizes allow us to provide personalised attention, ensuring that you’re fully prepared for the practical flight assessment and the specific requirements of CASA.
This course is tailored to meet the needs of busy GA pilots, offering a fast-track path to obtaining your RePL. If you’d prefer to review the full theory content, we also provide access to comprehensive training materials covering air law, weather effects, and flight principles.
Career Opportunities with a <7kg RePL Pilot Transition Certification
With the <7kg RePL Pilot Transition Certification, you’ll be able to fly multi-rotor drones weighing up to 7kg for commercial purposes. This opens up new career opportunities in industries such as film production, agriculture, surveying, and construction, where drones are increasingly used for tasks such as aerial inspections, mapping, and crop monitoring.
In-Person Course Features:
- Hands-on flight assessment with experienced instructors.
- Small class sizes for one-on-one instruction.
- Practical flight training tailored to the needs of GA pilots.
- Flexible access to full course materials if needed.
Key Learning Areas:
- Drone-specific air law and CASA regulations.
- Flight principles for drones weighing up to 7kg.
- Practical flight assessment for multi-rotor drones.
- Risk management and emergency procedures for drone operations.
Sam –
Really appreciated the local Central Coast location. The hands-on flight training on drones under 7kg helped me gain confidence quickly.
AviationTom –
The transition from general aviation to drones was seamless with this course. Cameron’s insights on drone-specific air law and practical training were incredibly valuable.
John –
I appreciated the fast-track approach. With my GA experience, I could skip the theory and focus on the practical flight assessment. The small class size allowed Cam to provide tailored feedback, which was a huge plus.