Why RPAS Certification Matters

Drones might look like fun gadgets, but in Australia they’re taken pretty seriously. The Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) isn’t just standing by giving drones a polite nod, they’re setting the rules that keep our skies safe for people and wildlife.

If you want to do more than just zip your drone around the backyard, you’ll need the right credentials and practice. Getting RPAS operator certification isn’t just about ticking boxes or passing a test.

It’s about proving you know what you’re doing, building trust with clients, and unlocking opportunities you simply can’t reach without it. Think of it as your passport to the commercial drone world.

Whether you dream of capturing incredible footage for the media, inspecting infrastructure, supporting agriculture, or operating on construction projects, certification makes these goals achievable. It ensures you’re not just flying but flying safely and professionally. With it, you’re not just another drone pilot, you’re a safe, credible professional companies will be fighting over.

What We Offer Students

At Global Drone Solutions, we understand that every pilot has different goals. That’s why our RPAS training solutions are flexible, practical, and designed to help you achieve your goals, be it getting your first license or trying your hand at more complex flights.

Remote Pilot Licence (RePL) Training

Your RePL is what opens doors in your commercial drone career. Through a mix of classroom sessions and practical flight training, you’ll cover:

• Flight planning and how to operate your drone safely.
• CASA laws you must adhere to.
• Understanding how the weather can affect flights.
• Human factors and decision-making before you fly and during an emergency.
• Radio communication.

When you successfully prove yourself as a competent pilot, you’ll be fully qualified to fly under CASA’s Visual line-of-sight operations which is necessary for entry level roles.

RPAS Operator Certification Support

Want to run your own drone business? You’ll need more than just a personal licence. You’ll need to do training to get a ReOC (Remote Operator Certificate).

We guide you through the entire process, offering everything you need to make your application to CASA as smooth as possible. Pair this with your RePL, and you’ll have the complete certification setup to operate commercially as both a pilot and a business.

Advanced Training for Special Operations

Ready to push boundaries? Our advanced programs take you beyond the basics with training designed for specialised missions, including Beyond Visual line-of-sight (BVLOS) operations.

These CASA-approved modules cover:

• How to do a risk assessment in the area you want to fly the drone and how to mitigate against accidents.

• Advanced navigation systems.

• Communication protocols during flight and in an emergency.

This is where you expand your skills and take on more complex projects.

Why Train With Global Drone Solutions

• Clear, Practical Learning: You’ll be taught everything you need to know, from sticking to line-of-sight to planning flights with more than one drone. You’ll learn theory and apply it to real practice.

• Qualified Instructors you can Trust: Our instructors are also drone pilots themselves, so you’ll be learning from the best. They’ll tell you about the mishaps they’ve faced and how to avoid them.

• Career-Ready as Soon as You’re Certified: With a RePL and RPAS operator certification properly under your belt, you’re not just certified, you’re ready to work. Whether that’s aerial inspections, surveying, media, or agriculture, you’ll stand out with approved qualifications.

• Flexible Learning Paths: Life’s busy, and learning should fit into it. Whether you prefer online theory, classroom sessions, or a full package of everything, we’ve got a format that works for you and your commitments. Need a working drone team trained quickly, we’ve got special packages for business too.

Who Benefits from RPAS Training Solutions?

From solo hobbyists to large-scale operations teams, our courses are ideal for:

• Freelancers launching drone services in construction, events, or film.

• Farmers and surveyors using aerial mapping to monitor the land they work on.

• Businesses wanting to offer drone services to customers (e.g. wedding planners or venues).

• Operators looking to push the boundaries with BVLOS missions or advanced flights beyond their back gardens.

Why Line-of-Sight Operations Are Your Starting Point

Flying within visual line-of-sight (VLOS) is essential for a safe flight. Keeping your aircraft in sight at all times gives you maximum control, minimises risks, and ensures you’re protecting both the public and your equipment.

Most entry-level drone work, from aerial photography to site inspections, happens under VLOS rules. That’s why mastering these operations during your RePL training is so important. It sets you up with the confidence and discipline needed to handle real-world jobs responsibly.

Once you’ve nailed VLOS, you’ll be eligible to enrol on a Beyond Visual Line-of-Sight (BVLOS) course to expand your skills and take on better paid jobs.

Whether you’re after RPAS certification or want to offer drone services as part of your business, our RPAS training solutions give you everything you need from theory to practice. With hands-on guidance, CASA-approved standards, and real-world flying scenarios, you’ll graduate ready to fly safely, confidently, and commercially in any industry.

When you’re out in the field, you’ll know exactly how to handle your aircraft, assess risks, and deliver professional results. From media projects to surveying and agriculture, we prepare you for the many great opportunities waiting in Australia’s fast-growing drone sector.
Sign up for one of our CASA-approved drone courses today.