We provide Civil Aviation Authority approved training and official competency certification in Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems and their operation in UK airspace.
Come and join our community, you’ll be in good company…
“What is far more important than the competitive pricing is the outstanding level of personal service this company provides. Airborne saw me and my colleagues through every step of the way.
The course and Chris’ support has given me far more confidence about how to operate, what is needed and what is safe. I thoroughly recommend this company’”
“I am a test pilot for a UK aircraft manufacturer and have been a professional pilot in the military and civil aviation for 25 years. I came to APUK based on a personal recommendation. I wasn’t disappointed. The training material is first class, the content superb, authoritative and polished.
I’d be pleased to recommend APUK to anyone.”
“Everyone has their own preferred way of learning, and Airborne Platforms was an absolutely perfect portal for me. I can’t praise enough the total personal commitment Chris Marshall and his friendly team dedicates to getting you through the course.
The learning documents are clear and simple. Everything is covered in ‘real people’ detail so everything makes sense, and if it doesn’t they really are on the end of a phone line to go through it with you personally. If you’re looking for a 5 star recommendation. You have it. Right here.
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“Airborne Platforms were very thorough and extremely helpful in guiding me through all the new regulations etc involved with the GVC and the A2CofC courses.
I thoroughly recommend these specialists as they really know their stuff!
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“Call us on 01778420148 for a friendly chat to see what your options are. We’re here to help you.”
Consistently rated 'excellent' Airborne offers you not only training to fit your budget but also brings you into a community that will support you during your training and after. If you want to talk things through, you're welcome to call us on 01778420148 or drop us an email at info@airborneplatformsuk.com.
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Professional Certification
Combined
GVC & A2CofC
£220 inc VAT
Completion of our combined A2CofC/GVC course will provide you with the best of both worlds. You will be able to fly in the “Open” and “Specific” categories taking advantage of the privileges that each of these competency certificates provides you. Both courses are delivered via our bespoke online training system.
Per Module 1to3
GVC
£99 inc VAT
Our modular GVC course will allow you to spread the cost of achieving a higher level of competence. The modular course is provided in three units each costing £99. The best route if you want to take your certification in stages. With our instructors help you will then be able to apply for your own Operational Authorisation from the CAA
Complete
GVC
£275 inc VAT
Completion of our GVC course will allow you to operate in the “Specific” category of the new drone regulations with drones under 25kg. It will also give you the ability to prove to potential clients the highest level of operational competency. We will then help you to apply for your own Operational Authorisation from the CAA
Hobbyist and Semi-Professional Certification
Complete
PRO A2CofC £40 now £50 later inc VAT
Completion of our Pro A2CofC course will give you greater flexibility when flying in the “open” category and demonstrate a higher level of competency to interested parties. The first step to allow you to fly in congested areas and closer to uninvolved people. Perfect for hobbyist and semi-professional users of drone technology and delivered fully online. The Pro Course gives you A2CofC certification and includes access to the Facebook Community, Weekly Seminars, Physical Log Books, and Hard Copy Physical Certification card.
Complete
A2CofC Basic
£55 inc VAT
If you just need certification and no extras then completion of our Basic A2CofC course will give you greater flexibility when flying in the “open” category and demonstrate a higher level of competency to interested parties. The first step to allow you to fly in congested areas and closer to uninvolved people. Perfect for hobbyist and semi-professional users of drone technology and delivered fully online. The basic course gives you the A2CofC certificate on completion.
Trial
A2CofC Trial Module
If you would like to review the way our course is structured and make a start on your A2CofC at no cost why not sign up for our free trial. This course is the first module of your A2CofC. This is a FREE trial of Part A of the A2 Certificate of Competence Course that has been revised to incorporate the new EU compliant regulations that came into force on 1st January 2021. It will be available to you for 7 days to make an evaluation.
Practical Flight Training
Check for yourself below and go and compare - You can pay more for A “FREE” COURSE in some cases.
THE GVC AND the pro A2CofC Course GIVEs YOU THE FOLLOWING BENEFITS.
Our training has been developed by our own team of leading aviators at the top of their game. When we say we know what we are talking about we mean it. We back this up with unrivaled support through your learning journey.
We’ve been training candidates on UAS systems using “Virtual Training Methodologies” since 2018. The first fully online “Virtual” course approved by the CAA was the Airborne course released three years ago.
Where we pioneered online UAS training, others have followed, so you’re in good hands as we have been able to hone and update our systems over these years.
All of our courses come with physical, copy protected certification included as standard. It is impossible to replicate our security marked hard copy certificate cards unlike digital certification. You won’t need to send a digital certificate off to an unofficial third party card printer. (Which understandably has inherent associated risks).
We give you more than any other provider for less. So if you can find a better price for the same level of service we will match and discount 10% guaranteed.
Can’t make up your mind? Call us on 01778 420148 to have a friendly chat and see how we can help you.
We will give you one to one help to create your operations manual using our bespoke system which is unavailable anywhere else. This ensures that when you complete our course you have your application away within seven days.
All of our GVC course graduates make successful CAA applications.
We guarantee that you won’t regret signing up with us
See what some of our qualified CAA authorisation holders say:-
We will work with you to help you achieve your potential in this brand new industry.
Chris Marshall Director of Training and Operations Manager APUK Ltd
Chris is a qualified SUAS pilot with many years of experience operating remote aircraft up to 20Kg. Chris works on SUAS projects on a daily basis and is on hand to offer insight into the industry for students. He is also a Lloyds Register qualified QHSE Lead Auditor and NEBOSH Certificate holder and Risk Assessor. Chris is on hand to offer insight into the UAS industry and coaching through the learning process.
Al Pinner MBE BSc MRAeS
Chairman - Professional Board
Al retired from the RAF as a Squadron Leader in 2009 having flown over 100 operational missions in the Harrier and CF18 Hornet in various conflicts in the Balkans and the Middle East. He finished his RAF service as the Commanding Officer of The Battle of Britain Memorial Flight. As well as being responsible for all the operational and administrative aspects of the BBMF, Al carried out hundreds of displays and flypasts in Spitfires and Hurricanes.
Airborne Platforms UK
is a Recognised Assessment Entity approved by the Civil Aviation Authority
We help you every step of the way with one to one tutoring while completing the course.
Our close support when completing the risk assessment exercises and operations manual template makes this a breeze, our processes remove the stress.
Testing Sites Across the UK
Still not sure what is best for you and your plans - Call us on the number below to discuss your options and current industry applications