Looking to expand your job opportunities in the world of drones?
Professional Drone Radio Operator Course | AESA Certificate
With our radio operator course, you will be able to obtain the AESA-approved certificate required to fly in controlled airspaces, which will enable you to work in a highly sought-after sector.
- 11 hours in part-time attendance format.
- 6 hours of practical sessions in controlled environments.
- Morning and afternoon times.
Upcoming calls
Specialise as a drone radio operator and obtain the certificates needed for safe operations in the controlled airspace. Join our AESA-certified professional radio operator course today while there are still places remaining
Course 8
Desde el 10 de marzo hasta el 21 de marzo.
Course 9
From 26 June to 02 July.
Course 10
From 16 October to 22 October.
The most comprehensive, practical and approved professional drone radio operator course
To become a professional drone pilot, you must not only have knowledge of how to operate a drone but must also know everything required to maintain communications with air control and be able to coordinate all necessary operations depending on the type of activity to be performed.
By joining our official professional drone radio operator course, you will be able to obtain certifications validated by AESA enabling you to operate safely in any environment that requires communications in controlled airspaces.
For this, we have prepared the most comprehensive training in the market, which consists of:
- 11-hours practical course in part-time attendance format.
- Theoretical training with basic knowledge of radio operations through our online platform.
- 6 hours of practical sessions in controlled environments with the assistance of professional experts in the area.
- Students who pass our drone radio operator course are certified to work as a “radio operator and communications expert”.
UNIVERSITY
Become a certified drone radio operator
All our specialisation courses follow AESA regulations and EASA guidelines, so you will be able to work as a radio operator nationwide once you have received our certificate.
You can obtain the professional drone radio operator certificate on completing our official Professional drone pilot course, or by completing this specific radio operator specialisation training consisting of 11 hours of theoretical and practical training.
Our drone radio operator course is the most comprehensive in all of Spain, as it includes theoretical and practical training to perfectly master all the knowledge we provide.
Want to work as a drone radio operator? Call us on 91 113 89 88 and reserve your place now.
Why choose UMILES University?
At UMILES University, we have great support both nationally and internationally as an established company with over 10 years of experience in the handling and control of UAVs. We have experienced teachers in all areas of drone operations, which will ensure high quality training.
With UMILES University, not only do you gain the theoretical knowledge but you can practice everything you learn with drones and communications in a real environment.
What do our alumni think?
Discover why we are the preferred choice for those looking to become certified and registered as professional drone operators in Spain.
Daniel Elorza
Alumnus
«Enrolling in the UMILES Drone Pilot Master’s program was the best decision I have made since I got started in the world of drones.
The fact that the master’s is in-person and lasts an entire academic year allowed me to gain an in-depth understanding of this world and its various professional applications. It all comes with a good theory/practice balance, and best of all, it allowed me to meet people who share the same interest in drones as I do.»
7th graduating class
Ubaldo Nogal
Director of Electronics and Electricity, CRISALION
«I turned my hobby into my profession thanks to the UMILES PRO course, a company I later worked for for several years.»
1st graduating class
Tania Méndez
Alumna of the 5th graduating class of the Pro Course
«I was looking for a radical change in my professional profile and found at Umiles University the perfect combination of learning and hands-on practice in the technological drone sector.»
5th graduating class
Gonzalo Seoane
Pilot at Fly Fut
«The teaching staff is as impressive as the large number of practical flight hours, which also simulate real-life situations.»
1st graduating class
Course content and organisation of the professional drone radio operator course
Our professional drone radio operator course lasts for a total of 11 hours, spread over 30 days.
Structure
This course is structured into 2 modules:
- A 5-hour part-time attendance module, in which you will learn all the relevant theoretical aspects to becoming a radio operator.
- A 6-hour in-person module, which covers all the practical work required for you to learn how to communicate efficiently with air control when conducting drone operations in controlled areas.
The second module includes the exam to obtain the official AESA-approved certificate.
Course content
With this training, you will be able to work as a drone radio operator at both company level and in emergencies, as you will learn:
- Airspace operations, air traffic, and categorisation.
- Essential principles of radio operations and communications.
- Technical aspects of radio operations.
- Radio communications.
- Procedures to follow in emergency situations.
- LECU communications.
Apply now for your place
Add to your knowledge with this professional drone radio operator course. Reserve your place now by contacting us on 91 113 89 88 or by completing the contact form.
FAQs
Do you have any questions? Please remember that you can contact us for assistance on 91 113 89 88. Below are some FAQs that may be of help to you.
How much does a drone radio operator course cost?
The drone radio operator course costs €159, making it an extremely affordable option to obtain an international certificate that enables you to work as a radio operator anywhere in Europe.
How do you obtain a drone radio operator licence?
The new European regulations state that all drone operators wishing to conduct specialist activities in the controlled airspace must be certified as a radio operator and know how to use communications in the event of an emergency.
Therefore, a radio operator licence as such is not requested but a National Radio Operator’s Certificate of Competence (ROCC) is required, which has been obtained through the pilot licence.
In all cases, with our comprehensive official professional drone pilot course you will be able to obtain all these certificates to be able to operate your drone safely.
The new European regulations state that all drone operators wishing to conduct specialist activities in the controlled airspace must be certified as a radio operator and know how to use communications in the event of an emergency.
Therefore, a radio operator licence as such is not requested but a National Radio Operator’s Certificate of Competence (ROCC) is required, which has been obtained through the pilot licence.
In all cases, with our comprehensive official professional drone pilot course you will be able to obtain all these certificates to be able to operate your drone safely.
How long does the drone radio operator course last?
The UMILES University professional drone radio operator course lasts 11 hours, of which 5 are used for theoretical training and 6 for in-person practical sessions.
This is ideal, as the AESA requires a minimum of 10 hours of mixed training before the certificates as a radio operator and communications expert can be issued. Our course is therefore highly valued.
Do I need a drone to take the course?
One of the most important aspects of our training courses is that you don’t need your own drone to receive the training. At our facilities in Pozuelo, we will provide everything you need so that you can complete the course and learn everything you need to become a professional communications and drone radio operator.
See all courses
At UMILES University we are experts in Drone Courses. Below you can see our training offer: