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Perfect for beginners, young learners, and anyone starting their drone journey in a safe, structured environment.
Participation Requirements – Important Information for all Students & Parents
The Summer Scheme is not a £25 drop‑in flying session. It is a structured, fully supervised training experience designed for students who already have a basic understanding of drone flying and want safe access to a controlled environment to build confidence and gain real flying experience.
The programme is inclusive and suitable for all students, including wheelchair users, ladies, and pensioners with appropriate support and accessible flying arrangements in place.
Students must arrive with:
A basic understanding of how to operate a drone
A valid Flyer ID, Operator ID, and Drone Insurance Certificate
A willingness to follow all safety instructions throughout the session
For complete beginners, it is strongly recommended that the Beginner Drone Pilot Training is completed first, as this provides the essential foundation required before joining the Summer Scheme.
All participants must comply with the full Terms & Conditions of the programme, which are in place to ensure safety, legal compliance, and a positive experience for all students.
The Summer Scheme is designed to provide pilots with safe, supervised access to a controlled flying environment, enabling them to enjoy flying, build confidence, and develop practical skills. If you require specialist drone training or specialist 1 to 1 training you can contact Robert directly for a price.
Drone Training in Northern Ireland – Safe to Fly Environment for All Types of Drone Pilots
Our drone training academy based in Carryduff, near Belfast, provides a safe to fly environment in Northern Ireland for beginners, hobbyists, school children with a parent, and aspiring commercial drone pilots.
We specialise in structured, supervised training sessions where every student can learn to fly a drone safely, confidently, and legally.
Who This Training Is For
Our courses are designed for anyone who wants a safe place to learn and fly a drone, including:
- Complete beginners with no flying experience
- Children aged 8+ (with adult supervision)
- Adults learning drone flying for the first time we recommend you do our Beginner Drone Pilot Training Course first.
- Hobbyists improving flight skills
- Aspiring commercial drone pilots
- Schools and educational groups
- Learners with accessibility needs
- Ladies who want to fly a drone
- Pensioners who want a hobbie
We provide a calm, controlled environment so every student feels safe to fly from their very first session.
Learn to Fly in a Safe and Controlled Environment
Our training site near Belfast is designed to give you a safe to fly drone training experience in Northern Ireland, away from public risks and distractions.
You will learn:
- How to safely operate a drone from take-off to landing
- UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) rules and airspace safety
- Practical hands-on flying skills in a controlled area
- How to avoid common beginner mistakes
- Real-world drone applications in a safe training setting
All sessions are supervised to ensure you are always flying safely and correctly.
Drone Training Location – Carryduff, Belfast
All training takes place at our dedicated site in Carryduff, just outside Belfast, offering a safe and controlled flying environment.
We regularly welcome learners from:
- Greater Belfast
- Lisburn
- Bangor
- Newtownards
- Across Northern Ireland
STEM Drone Workshops for Schools & Education
We also deliver STEM-focused drone workshops for educational institutions across Northern Ireland.
These sessions support learning in:
- Primary schools
- Secondary schools
- Colleges
- Universities
Workshops combine drone technology with real-world aviation skills, engineering concepts, and safe flight practice.
Summer 2026 Training Academy Scheme – Requirements
To maintain a safe and professional training environment, all participants must meet the following requirements before attending:
Drone Insurance
All participants must hold valid drone insurance.
Proof must be emailed before training to:
enuiries@dronepilotdeploy.co.uk
Participants without valid insurance will not be permitted to fly.
Flyer ID & Operator ID (UK Regulations)
- All participants must hold a valid Flyer ID
- Participants aged 16+ must also hold a valid Operator ID
Please ensure these are valid and up to date before attending.
Drone Equipment Requirements
If bringing your own drone, it must:
- Be fully charged
- Have up-to-date firmware/software installed
- Display a valid Operator ID on the aircraft (CAA requirement)
Drones without visible Operator ID will not be permitted for flight.
⚠️ Important Booking Notice
All participants must meet the required terms and conditions and submit the necessary documentation at least 1 day before the scheduled training date.
