Our Courses
Whether you’re flying for fun, starting a commercial drone business, or looking to undertake specialised operations such as agricultural spraying or night flying, choosing the right training is the first step.
Fenix Flight Training offers New Zealand’s most comprehensive range of UAS pilot training, from introductory Part 101 courses through to advanced qualifications for pilots operating under Part 102 certificates. Our courses are designed to meet Civil Aviation Authority requirements while providing practical knowledge that will make you a safer, more capable pilot.
Not sure where to start? The guide below will help you identify the course—or combination of courses—that best matches what you want to do.
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I want to…
Recommended course(s)
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Fly recreationally more than 4 km from an aerodrome boundary
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Fly within 4 km of an aerodrome boundary
UAS Remote Pilot Certificate – Includes the 101 Fundamentals course together with a practical flight assessment.
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Fly commercially under Part 101
UAS Remote Pilot Certificate You can complete this by either:• 101 Fundamentals (online) plus the Commercial Part 101 module; or• the in-person Part 101 Ground Course.Both options include a practical flight assessment.
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Fly for an organisation operating under a Part 102 certificate
Advanced UAS Remote Pilot Certificate – Builds on the UAS Remote Pilot Certificate with additional training covering operations conducted under a Part 102 certificate.
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Fly unshielded at night
Night Rating – Suitable for pilots operating under either Part 101 or Part 102.
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Wash buildings
Building washing can often be conducted under Part 101 where the total aircraft and attachment weight remains below 25 kg. However, many operators benefit from the additional operational flexibility provided by Part 102 certification. We generally recommend the Advanced UAS Remote Pilot Certificate for professional operators.
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Apply agrichemicals (spraying, topdressing or VTA operations)
These operations require a Part 102 certificate issued by the Civil Aviation Authority. The usual starting point is the Advanced UAS Remote Pilot Certificate, followed by the additional specialist training required for agricultural operations. Visit our Agricultural Operations page to learn more.
If you’re still unsure which course is right for you, get in touch with our team. We’ll help you choose the most appropriate training based on your experience, your goals, and the type of operations you want to conduct.
