UAV Industries: Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) Course (ONLINE ONLY COURSE)

• Qualification: Certificate (Accredited)

Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) is certified by the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA).

BVLOS is offered as online training only. This opens access to prospective students from all over South Africa and internationally.

Students should have a stable internet connection and camera enabled tablet or laptop to support video conferencing.

Courses run every Monday – Friday from 9am – 4pm, according to demand. Please download our latest e-brochure with pricing by entering your details in the ‘More Information’ box provided. 

The advent of BVLOS training in South Africa represents a big step up for both UAV Industries and the SACAA in terms of international BVLOS operations and standards. This endorsement allows a correctly certified RPL pilot to now undertake BVLOS operations, ensuring a consistent standard that complies with accepted international aviation standards.

Career Choices

Long-Range Infrastructure Inspection

• Utility Inspector: Inspect power lines, pipelines, and wind turbines over long distances.
• Transportation Infrastructure Inspector: Monitor railways, highways, and bridges across vast areas.

Agriculture and Forestry

• Agricultural Drone Operator: Conduct large-scale crop monitoring, irrigation assessments, and pest control.
• Forestry Surveillance Specialist: Manage forest health, monitor deforestation, and prevent illegal logging activities.

Environmental Monitoring and Conservation

• Wildlife Monitoring Specialist: Track animal movements and prevent poaching in large conservation areas.
• Environmental Researcher: Collect data for climate studies, natural resource management, and habitat analysis.

Logistics and Delivery

• Drone Delivery Pilot: Operate drones for delivering medical supplies, packages, and goods to remote locations.
• Logistics Coordinator: Manage drone-based logistics networks for businesses or humanitarian operations.

Emergency Response and Public Safety

• Search and Rescue Specialist: Conduct BVLOS missions in hard-to-reach or hazardous areas during emergencies.
• Disaster Assessment Pilot: Survey and assess damage from natural disasters like floods, fires, or earthquakes.

Surveying and Mapping

• Geospatial Data Analyst: Use drones for BVLOS aerial mapping of large-scale landscapes.
• Land Surveyor: Conduct detailed surveys for construction, mining, or urban planning projects.

Energy and Renewable Resources

• Solar and Wind Farm Inspector: Monitor renewable energy installations across expansive sites.
• Oil and Gas Pipeline Operator: Oversee the integrity and safety of pipelines using BVLOS UAVs.

Security and Surveillance

• Security Operations Specialist: Provide perimeter security for large facilities or events.
• Border Patrol Operator: Conduct long-range surveillance and reconnaissance missions for law enforcement or government agencies.

Research and Development

• UAV Technology Developer: Collaborate on the creation of next-generation BVLOS drone systems.
• Data Scientist (BVLOS): Analyze and utilize data collected during long-range drone operations.

Advanced Drone Operations

• Autonomous Drone Systems Specialist: Operate and manage fleets of autonomous BVLOS drones.
• Payload Operator: Manage drones equipped with specialized sensors, cameras, or other tools for industrial applications.

Media and Content Creation

• Aerial Cinematographer: Capture footage for documentaries, films, and commercials in hard-to-reach or expansive locations.
• Journalism Drone Pilot: Cover stories requiring aerial footage in inaccessible regions.

Military and Defense

• Reconnaissance Pilot: Support military operations with intelligence, surveillance, and tactical planning.
• Counter-Drone Operations Specialist: Work in defense strategies against unauthorized BVLOS drone usage.

Education and Training

• Drone Instructor: Train aspiring BVLOS-certified pilots.
• Consultant: Provide expertise on BVLOS operations for businesses, governments, or NGOs.

Entrepreneurship

• Drone Services Provider: Start a business offering BVLOS-enabled services like mapping, delivery, and inspections.
• Drone Fleet Manager: Build and operate a fleet of drones for BVLOS operations in various sectors.

International Opportunities

• Global Drone Operator: Work with international organizations to provide BVLOS operations for industries like agriculture, logistics, or environmental monitoring.
• Aviation Compliance Specialist: Ensure BVLOS operations align with international aviation standards.

With the advanced capabilities offered by BVLOS certification, graduates can access specialized roles across industries, making them valuable contributors to the evolving UAV ecosystem.