Professional Drone Training & Licensing

Training delivered in partnership with FPV Australia — from CASA Remote Pilot Licensing through to spray drone endorsements and Remote Operators Certification

NQ Aerovation delivers professional drone training solutions across North Queensland in partnership with FPV Australia — one of Australia’s longest-serving drone training providers.

We specialise in agricultural and commercial drone training, helping individuals, growers, contractors, and businesses become fully certified and operational under CASA regulations.

Our training pathways include:

  • Remote Pilot Licence (RePL)
  • Aeronautical Radio Operator Certificate (AROC)
  • Medium Class RPA
  • Remote Operator Certification
  • Corporate and group drone training

Training is designed for both new operators and experienced pilots looking to expand into commercial drone operations.

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Remote Pilot Licence (RePL)

Gain your CASA Remote Pilot Licence and Aeronautical Radio Operator Certificate through instructor-led online theory and practical flight assessment training.

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Remote Operators Certificate (ReOC)

Commercial operator certification including operations manuals, compliance systems and Chief Remote Pilot preparation.

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Medium Class RPA Training & Endorsement

Full day training and Type Endorsements for spray drones including the DJI Agras T25, T50, T100 and other aircraft.

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Remote Pilot Licence (RePL)

FPV Australia’s Remote Pilot’s Licence course is run over five days in total, consisting of four days of theory in an instructor-led virtual classroom and one day of face to face practical flight assessment on a Multi Rotor (<7kg and <25kg training available), delivered by NQ Aerovation.

Fully interactive, and immersive learning environment, students will be able to fully engage with the instructor, and each other. All materials is supplied prior to the course, with access to FPV’s very comprehensive online learning material.

Once successfully completed, FPV Australia will submit to CASA, on behalf of the student, for the issue of a Remote Pilot’s License Restricted 25kg Class (sub 7kg).

All training material is provided, along with the use of the training aircraft.

RePL <7kg & Air Radio Operators Certificate (AROC): $2490

To upgrade to <25kg Option – Add $500

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DJI & XAG Spray Drone Type Endorsement

If you are looking to fly a medium class drone, then you will need to obtain the endorsement on your RePL.

You will be required to demonstrate your ability to fly a DJI Agras RPA with skill and agility. You will also need to have a good understanding of the software, how to program automated flight and a fundamental understanding of the regulations surrounding flying above 25kg machines (training material will be supplied to you) in order to pass the flight test.

Should you require intensive training or you need to hire a drone, this can be provided (additional costs apply).

Your paperwork and the associated fee’s are submitted to CASA directly on your behalf.

Full day training and flight test: $1750

Flight test only: $890 (for experienced pilots)

DJI Agras hire for training and flight test: $500/day

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Remote Operators Certificate (ReOC)

Issued by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA), a ReOC is required for businesses operating drones commercially for hire or reward. A ReOC allows you to apply for permissions and approvals for complex drone operations outside the standard safety rules. If you are planning to operate commercially – you will need a ReOC.

A Complete Certification Package (CCP) includes everything you need to get started.

  • Remote Pilot’s Licence (RePL) Training.  All courseware and drones are supplied.
  • Radio Operator’s Certificate (AROC).
  • Remote Operator’s Certificate (ReOC).
  • Full set of customised Operations Manuals and Libraries.
  • All CASA and related fees to establish all certifications.
  • Lifetime access to our Chief Remote Pilot Training, full of comprehensive video lectures by John, FPV Australia’s Chief Instructor.
  • 1 Year supply of AVCRM (Compliance Management Software).
  • Full consultancy, training and mentorship to assist you through it all.
  • Lifetime support for your Operations Manuals for maintaining regulatory compliance.

Cost: $3990 

To upgrade to <25kg Option – Add $500

Already have your RePL? We can help you obtain your ReOC.

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Subsidised training available for plant based growers through the QFF Smart Ag QLD program.

Growers in the plant industries are invited to submit an expression of interest
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