Open Category A2 Training & Certification

Drone Remote Pilot Training Course in Ireland

Unlock the skies with our comprehensive drone training course. Whether you're a hobbyist or a professional, our course is designed to equip you with the knowledge and skills needed to fly C2 Class Identification Label (CIL) carrying drones in the Open Category A2 across Ireland and any other EASA member state. Avtrain is a Recognised Training Entity (RTE) by the IAA that conducts theoretical knowledge assessments for the EASA Remote Pilot Certificate of Competence in the Open Subcategory A2 grant issued by the IAA.

Course Highlights:

• EASA Drone Remote Pilot Licence: Obtain your certification entirely online with platform available 24/7, allowing you to fly drones with C2 CIL up to 30m from uninvolved persons and as close as 5m in low-speed mode.
• Comprehensive Curriculum: Our course covers essential topics such as:
  • Meteorology;
  • UAS flight performance; and
  • Technical and operational mitigations for ground risk.
• Skill Development: Learn to interpret weather forecasts accurately, understand flight principles, determine maximum payloads, assess battery conditions, and pilot UAVs safely.
• Training course is relevant to these drones (UAS) carrying C2 CIL***:
  • DJI MAVIC 3 Pro EU
  • DJI MAVIC 3 Pro Cine EU
  • DJI MAVIC 3M EU/M3M-EU
  • DJI MAVIC 3T EU/M3T-EU
  • DJI M30T EU/M30T RTK EU
  • DJI M30 EU/M30 RTK EU
  • Yuneec H520E-RTK/H520E-RTK
  • Yuneec H520E/H520E
  • Autel Robotics EVO II Dual 640T Enterprise V3
  • Autel Robotics EVO II Pro Enterprise V3
  • Autel Robotics EVO II Dual 640T RTK V3
  • Autel Robotics EVO II Dual 640T V3
  • Autel Robotics EVO II Pro RTK V3
  • Autel Robotics EVO II Pro V3
  • Autel Robotics EVO Max 4T Pro
  • Autel Robotics EVO Max 4N
  • Autel Robotics EVO Max 4T

In addition, we comprehensively cover what you can and can’t do if you fly a “legacy” drone.

Certification Process:

1. Remote Pilot Competency Course Completion Certificate: Complete the Open Category A2 Training Course and pass a proctored 30-question MCQ with a score of 75% or more in line with quiz-taking instructions.¹
2. Register with the Irish Aviation Authority: Register with the Irish Aviation Authority (Register Here), complete the A1/A3 Theoretical Knowledge examination, and obtain your IAA Number.²
3. EASA Remote Pilot Certificate Of Competency - Avtrain endorsement: Fill in the form with the required details and get your Remote Pilot Certificate of Competence for Open Subcategory A2 issued by the IAA.³

It is as easy as clicking the button above to enrol today!

Notes:

1. The theoretical knowledge assessments are conducted online via record and review or live proctoring systems. If a student fails to follow the instructions or does not reach a satisfactory grade, a retest will be required, and a retest fee of €39 will apply.
2. Obtain Proof of Online training for Open Subcategories A1/A3.
3. Additional certificate issuance fees applies and are paid directly to the IAA once you receive our endorsement on MySRS. For fees schedule please refer to iaa.ie for latest schedule of fees.

_{***It is the responsibility of operator to confirm the C2 CIL with the drone manufacturer before purchasing or operating these drones.}

_{**Last updated 03/01/2025}