Drone Training School Entry & DJI Advanced Training
Through our CAA accredited training centre, Ntsu Drone Academy accreditation no. SACAA/1553ATO, we offer Drone Pilot Training (RPC), Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS), UAS Maintenance Technician training (UASMT), UAS Fixed Wing Rating (UASFW), Instructor Rating, DJI Product training and Industry specific training.
Whether you’re an aspiring drone pilot, technician, or instructor — NTSU Drone Academy is your gateway to accredited, career-advancing drone training in South Africa. Our courses are SACAA approved (ATO #1553) and designed to give you the technical skills, legal compliance, and confidence needed to succeed in unmanned aviation.
Location
Midrand, Gauteng
Established
2021
Industry
Aviation
Category
Education
Projects
SAPS, COGTA, Unisa, ESKOM
SACAA ATO
CAA 1553/ATO
Drone Training School – Why Train With Us?
SACAA/1553ATO Accredited
Monthly intakes and flexible schedules
Online theory + in-person practicals
Expert instructors with years of operational experience
Preparation for compliance, audits, and real-world drone work
Drone Training School training dates
RPC (RPL Training)
03 Nov 2025
BVLOS Training
10 Nov 2025
Drone Practicals
24 Nov 2025
DJI Product Training
27 Oct 2025
Drone Training School Courses
Remote Pilot License (RPL/RPC)
Your starting point for commercial drone work. Learn air law, meteorology, flight planning, and more. Includes theory + practicals + final skills test.
Perfect for: Entrepreneurs, drone startups, individuals entering the industry.
Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS)
Fly where you can’t see. Our BVLOS training includes mission planning, simulator use, ground school, and practical execution.
Perfect for: Enterprise operations, Agri-monitoring, mapping, inspections.
UAS Maintenance Technician (UASMT)
Technical training for maintaining and inspecting drones. Learn safety protocols, diagnostics, and maintenance procedures.
Perfect for: Ground crew, technicians, drone service centers.
Fixed Wing Rating
Master the unique skill set of fixed wing aircraft and VTOL drones. Ideal for large-scale surveys, mapping, and long-range ops.
Perfect for: Surveyors, long-range pilots, and specialist operators.
Instructor Ratings
Take your experience further and become an SACAA-certified instructor. Includes training in instructional technique, theory delivery, and patter flying.
Perfect for: Advanced drone pilots looking to teach.
DJI Familiarization
Master the skill of aerial surveying
using Unmanned Aircraft Systems to capture precise data for mapping, land assessment, and more.
Perfect for: Surveyors, long-range pilots, and specialist operators.
Our Drone Training School
How it works?
- Register by emailing Phaphama@ntsuaviation.com and submit your documents
- Join the next intake for your chosen programme
- Attend theory sessions (online or in-class)
- Book and complete practical training
- Pass the SACAA skills test and receive certification
Let’s get you started in the drone industry with the latest drone technology and drone integration solutions.
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