Quick Overview Section
Combine the Part 101 Pilot Certificate and Part 102 Professional RPAS Course into one seamless learning pathway.
Complete a structured training pathway that combines Part 101 and Part 102 theory and practical assessment, designed to build the knowledge and capability required for professional RPAS operations in New Zealand.
✅ CAA Part 141 Certified Training Organisation ✅ Nationwide Training ✅ Online & Classroom Options
What You’ll Learn
- Drone flight rules & airspace management (Part 101)
- Risk assessment & Safety Management Systems (Part 102)
- Maintenance & record keeping for RPAS operations
- Mission planning & controlled airspace operations
- Human factors & emergency procedures
- Understanding Part 102 operational requirements, risk management, and operator frameworks
Course Structure & Delivery
Part 101 Training – Complete the theory component and practical assessment pathway.
Part 102 Advanced Training – Complete advanced theory, risk management, operational planning, and practical assessment.
Course Outcome – Receive NZ Drones Academy RPAS Pilot Certificates issued through a CAA Part 141 certified training organisation.
Delivery Options:
Online (LMS modules, quizzes, resources)
In-Person (flight assessment + mentoring)
Outcomes & Certification
After completing this programme, you’ll receive:
✅ RPAS Pilot Certificate (Part 101)
✅ RPAS Pilot Certificate (Part 102)
✅ Practical Operational Competency Assessment completion
This pathway is designed to build the knowledge, practical capability, and assessment outcomes required for pilots progressing into professional RPAS operations under Part 101 and Part 102 environments.
Who This Course Is For
Beginners | No prior experience required
Existing Pilots | Progress from Part 101 into advanced Part 102 training
Organisations | Train internal pilots for structured, compliant RPAS operations
Why Choose NZ Drones Academy
CAA Part 141 Certified (Training Certificate TR103670NZ)
Experienced Instructors – 3000 + flight hours across NZ industries
Nationwide Training Sites – Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch
Hands-On Practical Assessments with experienced NZ Drones Academy assessors
Real Industry Experience in film, survey, agriculture & security
Ready to build your RPAS capability? Join NZ Drones Academy’s structured Part 101 and Part 102 training pathway today.
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