Training Programme Requirements for UA Over 25kg

Verified from official sources
Section A, Paragraph 4Version 1Effective -Verified 31 August 2026

In plain language

If your drone weighs more than 25 kg, you must submit a pilot training program as part of your permit application. This program must include a refresher training session at least once a year for all pilots.

Requirement as structured

CAAS requires applicants operating unmanned aircraft weighing more than 25 kg to submit documentation describing the training programme for all pilots, which must include refresher training conducted at least once a year.

Original regulatory text

Specifically for UA more than 25kg, as part of the permit application process, documentation describing the training programme for all UA pilots operating the platform should be submitted. Within, there should be refresher training which will be performed at least once a year.

Applies when

min mtom kg
25