Online CAA A2 Certificate of Competency Drone Course

★★★★★3485 reviews

£99.00

The A2 Certificate of Competency is a new qualification for Drone Pilots which went live when the new UK Drone Regulations came into effect at the start of 2021.

With this simple and cost-effective qualification - you’ll be allowed to fly your drone in built-up areas - so long as you stay 50 metres away from uninvolved people (people who aren't aware that you're flying your drone).

Which Drones Need An A2 Qualification?

If your drone weighs between 250g & 2Kg - you’ll need an A2 qualification to fly in built-up areas. If you don't - you’ll need to stay at least 150m away from built-up areas at ALL TIMES! Here is a list of the common drones that really benefit from the A2 qualification: DJI Mavic Air, DJI Mavic Air 2, DJI Mavic 2 Pro/Zoom, DJI Phantom 3 Series, DJI Phantom 4 Series.

If your drone weighs less than 250g (DJI Mavic Mini & the DJI Mini 2) then you don’t need to get your A2 C of C to fly in built-up areas. However - you do need to register as an Operator with the CAA and understand the CAA Drone Code.

We’ve had lots of people who own drones which weigh less than 250g complete their A2 course with us, even though they know they don’t really need to… The feedback from them is that they’ve done it because they may want to upgrade in the near future to a larger, more capable drone.

Legally Fly Your Drone In More Locations Than Ever Before.

Once you’ve passed your A2 qualification - you can legally fly any drone weighing between 250g & 2KGs in ANY built-up area - including parks, towns & cities.

Get Your Qualification in Under 24 Hours

We’ve designed this course to be as practical and efficient as possible. That means there’s zero fluff - just the genuine insights & relevant information you need to prepare for and pass your CAA A2 exam.

Become A Safer & More Responsible Operator.

"Not only did this course cover the essential competences to pass the exam, but much more on flight safety. I want to fly my drone for fun but also responsibly, knowing how important it is to protect people involved in manned aviation and the general public. If you want to obtain A2 CofC with 100% pass rate as I did then pay for this course." Paul

"Matt Williams, a former military helicopter pilot who runs the company, seems particularly good at instilling an appropriate attitude regarding safety and the regulations. The courses are continually updated inline with new regulations and feedback from customers." Alexander

The Highest Pass Rate In the Industry

With a pass rate of 99.9% - we can confidently say we have the highest pass rate in the industry. And you do happen to fail - we’ll let you resit the exam for no additional fee.

No Death By Powerpoint

We don't rely on reading out PowerPoint slides word-for-word, in order to 'teach' you what you need to know. We use our years of experience to guide you on your learning journey and cement the necessary information simply and efficiently!

What our customers are saying...

"The A2 Course & Drone Masterclass is a brilliant deal. A must-have course for all drone pilots - run by passionate, dedicated professionals. The course is very well crafted, pulling together all the latest legalities, experience and industry knowledge."

Brian F

★★★★★

"An amazing course for those wishing to become professional drone pilots and help keep the skies safe for all. Matt was such a great teacher and the course was designed extremely well and was presented in a detailed but understandable way. One of the best learning courses I've ever done!"

George H

★★★★★

"I work in training and these guys are the best I've ever known or come across. Everything they do is so professional it makes the rest look like complete amateurs. 100 stars worth guys, take a pat on the back!"

John E

★★★★★

"I've always believed that you get what you pay for and once again having completed the online training course, I can confidently recommend this company. Well done guys for helping me pass with a 100% mark. Thank you."

Wayne W

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Whats Included

✅ 1 x A2 CofC Video Course Training (RRP £139)
✅ Access to unlimited 'Mock Examinations'
✅ Dedicated, on-demand revision module to help further prepare you for your theory exam
✅ Online A2 Theory Examination at a time and date to suit you
✅ CAA A2 C of C Certificate (sent electronically to you upon successful completion of your A2 Theory Examination)
✅ UNLIMITED support via chat & telephone.
✅ BONUS: Access to private 'UAVHub Pilots Lounge' - a dedicated, members-only, online Forum where you can ask questions and join the UAVHub community conversation!

FAQ

How Does The Exam Work?

Once you've completed your e-learning - you can book your A2 theory exam using a simple online system - at a time to suit you. It's a 30 question multiple-choice exam, which you have 75 minutes to complete (it usually takes 10-15mins). It must be done on desktop/laptop - it cannot be done on a tablet. You'll need at 2MB internet speed & a working webcam & microphone.

Can I Cheat In The Exam?

The exam will be invigilated by an examiner from a 3rd Party Remote Proctoring Company to ensure it’s completed in-line with the CAA’s requirements - so no, in short!

Once I sign up, how long do I have to complete the training?

You have 12 months from the date you purchase the course, to having to pass the Theory Examination however, many people complete everything (including their Examination) in 24-48 hours!

How many Mock Examinations are available?

When you join our course, you'll have access to an unlimited amount of Mock Examinations! Our Mock Examination System uses an ever-growing bank of questions and 'creates' a random Mock Examination for you each time you start a new Mock Exam. We've found that people taking the Mock Exam a number of times do VERY well in the Final Examination as they are fully prepared!

Are there any resit fees if I fail the Theory Examination?

No - we don't charge any Theory Exam resit fees in the (very unlikely) event that you fail your A2 Theory Exam first-time round! :)

How many questions are there in the Theory Examination?

There are a total of 30, multiple-choice questions in the A2 C of C Theory Examination.

What is the Pass-Mark for the Theory Examination?

The pass mark is 80% - the highest in the industry... We pride ourselves on this and the fact that UAVHub students are known for their 'better than average' understanding and knowledge. Don't worry about this though; our teaching means that you'll be easily able to achieve this, just like the thousands of other successful candidates who have gone before you!

How long do I get for the Theory Examination?

You have a total time of 75 minutes available for the A2 C of C Theory Examination. This time is set by the CAA (and not by UAVHub). We find that the average time it takes people to complete the Exam is generally 10-15 minutes though, thanks to the way we teach and then allow you to practice, using our Mock Exam System! :)

Can I use my iPad or iPad Pro for the Examination? It does allow screen-sharing!

Unfortunately not. The Examination system we use needs to be run from a PC or Mac (using windows or OSX) and cannot be used on a tablet device

Can I use my iMac to complete the Examination?

Yes, but you MUST be able to show the proctor around your room/office in full before being allowed to take the exam. If you cannot do this because the iMac is too heavy, then you’ll need to attach an external webcam or find another computer to use for the exam.

Can I fly my drone at Night with an A2 C of C?

Absolutely! Provided you can maintain 'Visual Line of Sight' with your drone at all times (and operate it within the regulations which you'll learn on the course), you can fly your drone by day AND by night! Imagine the amazing night images you'll be able to get once you know how to safely and legally fly your drone at night!!

I don't have any forms of Photo ID (or my Photo ID is out of date) can I still do the Exam?

If you don't have a form of photographic ID or your photo ID is out of date, it's no problem but you'll need to do a 'manual' online exam during office hours with the UAVHub Team. You won't be able to use our 'on-demand' Exam system. This is a CAA requirement as we need to conduct a couple of additional checks which our on-demand examination partners aren't able to carry out on our behalf.