Become a Commercial Drone Pilot in the UK

£99 A2 COFC + £449 GVC

Official CAA-recognised A2 CofC and GVC training with real human support, fast certification, and practical guidance you can actually use.

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CAA Recognised Assessment Entity • UK Based Training • Online Learning • Tutor Support Included

Why Pigs CAn fly?

GVC course practical flight assessment
  • We don’t just teach you to pass an exam.


    We teach you to operate safely, legally and professionally.

    • UK CAA Recognised Assessment Entity

    • Unlimited real tutor support

    • Practical plain-English training

    • Fast, flexible online study

    • Templates and compliance guidance

    • Support until you pass

Compare A2 vs GVC below

Choose Your Certification Route

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A2 Certificate of Competence (A2 CofC)

Best for:
Hobby → professional, photographers, property, content creators, general UK flying.

This route allows you to:

  • Fly drones up to 2kg closer to people and buildings

  • Operate in towns, residential areas and built-up environments

  • Stay fully legal under UK Open Category A2 rules

Includes:
✔ Online learning portal
✔ Official exam
✔ Tutor support
✔ Study guides and mock tests
✔ Certificate on completion

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Most students complete in just a few days.

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Best for:
Commercial operators, surveying, inspection, land management, agriculture, mapping and professional services.

General Visual Line of Sight Certificate (GVC)

This route allows you to:

  • Apply for CAA Operational Authorisation

  • Fly commercially for clients

  • Access higher-risk and more complex operations

Includes:
✔ Ground school theory
✔ Practical flight assessment
✔ Operations manual templates
✔ Risk assessment guidance
✔ Compliance support
✔ Tutor access

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The professional route to paid drone work.

Real Results from Real UK Drone Pilots -

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“Clear, professional and genuinely supportive — passed first time.”

I’d looked at several providers before choosing Pig’s Can Fly. The course content was clear, the tutor support was excellent and everything was explained in plain English. I passed first time and felt confident applying for my permissions straight after.

—  GVC Graduate

Don’t take our word for it — here’s what our students say…

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“Finally a company that explains drone law properly.”

I was completely confused about what qualification I needed. Pig’s Can Fly made it simple, explained everything clearly and supported me all the way through. Brilliant service.

- A2 CofC Graduate

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“Now flying legally for clients.”

The GVC course gave me exactly what I needed to start working professionally. The templates, manuals and guidance saved me weeks of stress and paperwork.

- A2 CofC and GVC Graduate

Just head to the A2 CofC or GVC page or testimonials page to see more reviews…

Ready to get certified?

  • Two men conducting drone research outdoors; one is preparing the drone on a marked landing pad, while the other documents with a notepad.

    A2 Certificate of Competence (A2 CofC)

    Find out why the A2 CofC is your key to hassle-free drone flying.

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  • A man standing in a golden field working with a large drone.

    General Visual Line of Sight Certificate (GVC)

    Discover why a GVC is essential for safe and legal drone operations.

    Click below to learn more!

Contact us.

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Based in Manchester with UK wide coverage

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