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    A2 CofC

    The A2 | Understanding the 'Hype'

    What is the A2 C of C? This mini guide explains why the A2 is a drone Qualification everyone wants! (3 minute read)

    A2 CofC

    Is the A2 CofC useless after 2023?

    In episode 1 of our podcast, we discuss if the A2 CofC is useless after 2023. Check out the blog for our summary or...

    Permission

    Do I need a drone license in the UK for commercial use?

    There is not a requirement to hold a permission or license to fly a drone for commercial use, however, you may still...

    GVC

    No Minimum Age for Remote Pilots within the UK

    As of 28 January 2021 – The UK Government has now removed the minimum age requirement for remote pilots operating a UAS...

    Permission

    What drone license do I need to fly my DJI Mavic Air 2?

    If you have a DJI Mavic Air 2 and you want to know what the BEST drone qualification is for recreational drone pilots,...

    Insider

    UK to have 'UK Marking' for Certified Drones instead of EU 'CE Marking' - EASA Drone regulation update!

    New amendments due to be put forward the UK Houses of Parliament pave way for the implementation of the EU Drone...

    Mavic 2

    Why the A2 Certificate of Competency (A2 CofC) is the BEST qualification for recreational drone pilots

    Many recreational drone flyers believe that the new regulations will 'ruin' the hobby for them, this is why I'm going...

    A2 CofC

    If my Drone has a tripod mode, does my drone automatically become a C2 certified drone?

    We're going to take a look at the A2 subcategory of the open category and if some drones with a tripod mode are C2...

    Drone Code

    A1 and A2 Transitional Provision end dates for Legacy Aircraft delayed

    The transitional period for legacy aircraft has been extended and will now run until 1st January 2020 instead of...

    Insider

    Delay to the applicability date of EU UAS Regulation to 31 December 2020

    Official notification that the UK CAA is pushing back the implementation of the EU UAS regulation package from the 1...

    News

    CAA to delay adoption of the EU UAS regulations until (at least) 1st November 2020

    The CAA will delay adopting the EU UAS regulations until the 1st November 2020.

    Insider

    Is the Parrot ANAFI range the perfect drone to combine with an A2 CofC?

    Whilst we wait for a C1 or C2 class drone to hit the market to take advantage of the A2 CofC, is the overlooked Parrot...

    Insider

    UK CAA to delay introduction of new EASA drone regulations

    The UK CAA is set to delay the applicability of the forthcoming EU UAS Implementing Regulation to beyond the original 1...

    Advice

    Proving your drone pilot competency & responding to public questioning

    How to deal with a situation when challenged about the legality of a drone flight and what we recommend you keep with...

    Insider

    5 Things you need to know about owning & flying drones in the UK in 2021

    While drones have become more reliable and more capable, they have also created new risks and the need for regulation...

    Insider

    The UK is leaving EASA, what does this mean for the Drone Industry?

    The UAS Department at the UK CAA has confirmed the UK is continuing with its plan to transition to the EASA UAS...

    Insider

    The DMARES - What is it and who does it affect?

    The intended purpose of the DMARES is to educate modellers and drone operators of the basic rules and regulations...but...

    Advice

    The Guide to Flight Restriction Zones (FRZ)

    If you plan on flying your drones near airports or any airfields (military included) then you need to be aware of the...

    Insider

    Have you missed the Drone Gold Rush?

    Was there such a thing as a drone gold rush? Does it still exist or have you missed the boat? is still worth using a...

    Advice

    A2 CofC drone regulations - C2 Certified Aircraft and the 1:1 Rule

    We take a look at the new C2 certified drones and the 1:1 rule that you have to use as part of operating drones with an...

    Advice

    PfCO vs. GVC vs. A2 CofC - Which is best for you?

    We take a look at how the PfCO differs from the GVC and the A2 CofC when the new EU drone regulations come into effect...

    News

    Do you need a CAA Drone License or PfCO after 31st December 2020

    With the removal of the requirement to hold a PfCO to fly commercially from 31st December 2020, we look at what type of...

    Insider

    The CAA's new A2 CofC Drone Training Course and the DJI Mavic Mini - Is it the ULTIMATE Combo?

    The A2 CofC drone training course and the DJI Mavic Mini id the best combination to fly in the open category when the...

    Insider

    The UK Drone Licenses - What are they and do you Need One?

    Until the 1st July 2020, to operate a drone 'commercially' in the UK, you MUST have a PfCO from the UK CAA but what...

    EU regulations

    Which drone course should I choose?

    Find out which drone course is best suited for you in 2020. Check out the GVC Drone Course and A2 CofC Drone course.

    News

    UAVHUB starts to deliver the A2 CofC Drone Course

    Now that UAVHUB is officially a CAA Recognised Assessment Entity (RAE), we can now start to deliver the A2 CofC...

    News

    UAVHUB becomes the UK's FIRST Drone Recognised Assessment Entity (RAE)

    UAVHUB becomes the UK's FIRST CAA Recognised Assessment Entity (RAE), now delivering GVC drone courses and A2 CofC...

    Insider

    Can I fly FPV Drones under the new UAS Regulations?

    Find out what the regulations are surrounding FPV Drone flying after 1st July 2020 when the EU UAS Regulations become...

    News

    Can I fly my DJI Mavic 2 Pro after 31st December 2020 - EU Drone Regulation

    What can you do with the DJI Mavic 2 Pro or any aircraft of a similar weight when the new EU Drone Regulations arrive...

    Insider

    What is the A2 CofC (A2 Certificate of Competency)?

    What is the A2 CofC (Certificate of Competency) and how can I fly my drones from 1st July 2020? We break it all down...