Drone Space, Kenya’s most experienced unmanned Aircraft Academy, has received the Remote Operator’s Certificate from the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority for commercial drone operations.
As one of the Authorised Unmanned Aircraft Systems Training Organisations in Kenya, the Remote Operator Certification paves way for Drone Space to fully realize the promise of Unmanned Aircraft Systems technology to deliver innumerable economic and societal benefits.
“This landmark certification is a critical step in the use of drones to provide solutions to everyday challenges,” Chief Executive Officer Tony Mwangi said.
“Over the last five years, there has been significant demand for potential drone pilots and legal operations.”
ROC authorizes an operator to carry out specified drones’ operations.
In order to conduct a commercial operation and operate legally, pilots are required to hold a valid Remote Pilot License.
Both the drone and pilot will need to operate under the ROC which is issued by the KCAA who regulate drone operations to ensure a high level of air safety and competence.
“Flying a drone is legal in Kenya, however, commercial drone operations require a pilot to obtain a Remote Operators Certificate from the Authority,” Tony said.
In order to be issued with the ROC license, the applicant must demonstrate, among others, that it has its principal place of business and is registered in Kenya.
They should also have an adequate organization with properly qualified staff, UAS Operator’s Manual, Safety and Quality as well as supervision of flight operations.
They should also have a training programme, ground handling and maintenance arrangements; and obtained Ministry of Defence security clearance for matters related to defence.
Founded in 2018, Drone Space provides a range of services, from helping individuals establish a commercial drone operation to providing companies with access to accredited operators.
They are licensed by the authority of, KCAA to offer training to individuals interested in gaining RPL allowing safe and secure utilization of UAS.
