6 Free Drone Training Courses To Build Your Skills
- by Megan Wood
Whether you're new to flying or growing a professional operation, cost shouldn't hold back your learning. That's why Coptrz offers six free drone training courses you can start today.
Why we've made these courses free
Good training is the foundation of safe, confident and productive flying. By making these courses free, we want to help more pilots build their knowledge, explore new types of drone work and find their next step, with no cost and no commitment.
The free drone training courses
1. How to Use UAVs for Aerial Drone Photography
Get the most from your camera drone. Explore creative drone photography, learn to optimise your camera settings, and pick up key safety and maintenance tips.
2. How to Avoid Common UAV Flying Errors
Learn to avoid common operator mistakes, including signal interference, ATTI mode, Return to Home (RTH) and compass accuracy, so you can fly more safely and plan better flights.
3. How to Carry Dangerous Goods with UAVs
Learn how to transport hazardous materials safely by drone. The course covers identifying dangerous goods and their risks, operator responsibilities, RPAS operational categories and how to get dangerous goods approvals.
4. How to Fly UAVs Indoors
Learn the best practices for flying indoors, including when to fly indoors, choosing the right drone, safety measures and flight manoeuvres.
5. How to Fly UAVs in Different Seasons
Learn to fly safely in extreme weather. The Summer module covers how heat affects your drone and image quality. The Winter module covers cold-weather preparation, moisture and dressing for the conditions.
6. Complete Guide to Starting a Commercial UAV Business
Everything you need to launch a drone business. Through ebooks, videos, case studies and blogs, you'll cover legal considerations, business planning, marketing and flight techniques.
Who they're for
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New pilots building a solid foundation
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Experienced operators refreshing their knowledge or exploring a new application
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Teams looking for an easy way to upskill staff
Ready to go further?
When you're ready for the next step, Coptrz also offers CAA-recognised qualifications such as the A2 CofC and RPC-L1.
FAQs
Are these drone courses really free?
Yes. All six courses are available at no cost.
Who can take them?
Anyone. They suit beginners, experienced pilots and teams.
Do the free courses give me a CAA qualification?
No. For a recognised qualification, look at courses such as the A2 CofC or GVC.
Start learning for free
Ready to build your drone skills? Browse our drone training courses to find all six free courses (plus some additional ones), and our full range of professional training.




