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Do you need a GVC Conversion Course?

As PfCOs transition into Operational Authorisations for drone use in the UK, you may need to convert to GVC 2021 has seen the biggest shake up in UK drone laws since 2010. The new UK drone regulations came into force on the 31st December 2020 and, in theory, make some...

GVC and A2 CofC Courses now live

Global Drone Training are now running GVC and A2 CofC Courses As you probably know if you have found this post, drone regulations in the UK are changing on the 31st December 2020. The UK CAA will be mirroring the new EASA regulations. This means most drone operations,...

How will the new EASA drone rules impact drone flying in the UK?

With the release of CAP 1789 by the CAA on 21st June 2019, we are starting to get a lot of questions about how the new EASA drone rules will impact the use of drones in the UK. As a result, we have tried to put this guide together. Please be aware that we are still in...
Do you need a GVC Conversion Course?

Do you need a GVC Conversion Course?

As PfCOs transition into Operational Authorisations for drone use in the UK, you may need to convert to GVC 2021 has seen the biggest shake up in UK drone laws since 2010. The new UK drone regulations came into force on the 31st December 2020 and, in theory, make some...

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Our website just got smarter!

Our website just got smarter!

We have been improving the Global Drone Training website behind the scenes We know that renewing your PfCO or Operational Authorisation can be a bit of a hassle at times, so we have put a lot of work into improving our website so that the process becomes as seamless...

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GVC and A2 CofC Courses now live

GVC and A2 CofC Courses now live

Global Drone Training are now running GVC and A2 CofC Courses As you probably know if you have found this post, drone regulations in the UK are changing on the 31st December 2020. The UK CAA will be mirroring the new EASA regulations. This means most drone operations,...

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Drone and RC aircraft simulator videos

Drone and RC aircraft simulator videos

Drone simulator videos for School of Drones Free and Pro members It's been a very strange few weeks. With a lot of our face-to-face training impacted we have decided to produce some materials that you can access to continue to develop your skills. We decided to put...

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UK CAA PfCO renewal dates pushed back

UK CAA PfCO renewal dates pushed back

Permission for Commerial Operations (PfCO) renewals extended by the CAA. On Friday 27th March 2020, the UK CAA released the snappily titled:  "ORS4 No.1360: Unmanned Aircraft – COVID19 Pandemic – Extension of Validity Period for all UAS Operating Permissions or...

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