What UAVAIR does

UAVAIR is an Australian CASA-certified Remote Pilot Aircraft Systems (RPAS) training provider operating as a subsidiary brand of Basair Australia, Australia's largest aviation training company established in 1991. The company delivers RPAS training to three primary customer segments: Australian Defence Force personnel (via an exclusive Multi-Rotor Unmanned Aerial System, or MRUAS, contract covering 11 locations nationwide and over 1,000 soldiers trained to date), high school students (via the AVI30419 Certificate III in Aviation (Remote Pilot) VET in Schools program covering years 9–12 across 240 hours), and corporate clients (tailored 5-day Remote Pilot Licence courses for commercial drone operations). All programs are delivered under CASA ReOC 0218 and Basair Aviation College RTO ID 1327, with the company holding the right to issue nationally recognised VET qualifications alongside the CASA RePL and AROC licences.

The product portfolio spans four CASA-certified Remote Pilot Licence variants (sub-7kg multi-rotor, sub-25kg multi-rotor, sub-7kg powered-lift) plus a one-day Flight Foundations beginner course for corporate intake. Course delivery blends interactive e-learning on the aXcelerate Learning Management System with face-to-face flight training on DJI Phantom 4 and M600 hardware, while AVCRM compliance software is integrated for job planning, safety/risk management, and airspace awareness with Air Services Australia. A partnership with Griffith University grants graduates credit for a third-year aviation unit (3703ENG, 10 credit points) and a direct pathway into the Bachelor of Aviation, creating stackable educational outcomes.

Commercially, UAVAIR is a private, domestically focused operator under Basair Australia. Revenue streams are transactional — unit-priced courses for corporate and individual students, contracted services for the Australian Army, and per-student fees funded through the VET in Schools channel (e.g., $1,089 per student for the Drone Taster Course). Distribution is direct sales-led with a top-of-funnel presence on website, LinkedIn, Facebook, Instagram, and YouTube, supported by phone and email enquiry handling. The company's core commercial wedge is its CASA-licensed status combined with the Basair group's brand pedigree, a national multi-base defence footprint, and an articulated tertiary pathway — together forming a defensible but domestically bounded training services business.

Name

UAVAIR

Legal name

UAVAIR

Website

https://uavair.com.au

Company type

Private

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

UAVAIR is an Australian CASA-certified Remote Pilot Aircraft Systems (RPAS) training provider, operating under Basair Australia, delivering CASA-licensed drone training to the Australian Defence Force, high schools via VET programs, and corporate clients across Australia.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Aviation Training Services

NAICS

Flight Training (611512), Educational Support Services (611710)

akta.pro primary industry

UAS Integration, Certification & Compliance Systems (Remote ID, Detect-and-Avoid) (IMABAIAO)

Keywords

• Drone pilot training
• RPAS certification
• Remote pilot licence
• Aviation vocational training
• Commercial drone courses

Headquarters

HQ city

Maryvale

HQ country

Australia

HQ region

Oceania

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Commercial Drone Training Courses: Revenue generated from delivering CASA-certified Remote Pilot Licence courses and Flight Foundations training to corporate clients over 5-day intensive programs.
2. High School/VET Training Programs: AVI30419 Certificate III in Aviation (Remote Pilot) delivered to high school students as part of VET in Schools program, 240 hours of training with microdrone included.
3. Defence Training Contract: Exclusive MRUAS training contract with Australian Army providing drone education to ADF personnel across 11 locations.
4. Customised Corporate Training: Tailored drone training solutions delivered to businesses to meet specific operational requirements.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels5 records

Marketing channels9 records

Core offering

UAVAIR delivers CASA-certified Remote Pilot Aircraft Systems (RPAS) training, including Remote Pilot Licence (RePL) courses for sub-7kg and sub-25kg multi-rotor drones, Flight Foundations beginner training, and the AVI30419 Certificate III in Aviation (Remote Pilot) qualification. Its offerings are delivered to high school students through the VET in Schools program, to Australian Defence Force personnel under an exclusive MRUAS contract across 11 locations, and to corporate clients seeking CASA-compliant remote pilots.

Product overview

UAVAIR is Australia's premier Remote Pilot Training Specialist offering a unified suite of drone and remote pilot training services. The core portfolio consists of Remote Pilot Licence (RePL) courses for sub-7kg and sub-25kg multi-rotor drones, powered-lift aircraft training, and Flight Foundations for beginners. For the high school sector, UAVAIR delivers the AVI30419 Certificate III in Aviation (Remote Pilot) as part of the VET in Schools program, complemented by Drone Taster Courses and Industry Days. Corporate clients receive tailored 5-day RePL courses, while the Australian Army receives exclusive MRUAS training across 11 locations. The Student Learning Portal provides access to course materials via aXcelerate LMS and aviation compliance tools via AVCRM. All programs are CASA-certified and delivered through Registered Training Provider Basair Aviation College (RTO ID 1327).

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Remote Pilot Licence – Sub 7kg multi-rotor 5-day face-to-face CASA-certified training course that delivers the Remote Pilot Licence (RePL) and Aeronautical Radio Operators Certificate (AROC) for drones under 7kg multi-rotor. Includes minimum 5 hours of flying activity, all training drones provided, and is intended for individuals and corporate employees seeking a commercial remote pilot licence.
• Remote Pilot Licence – Sub 25kg multi-rotor One-day upgrade course for existing RePL holders to learn skills for flying larger drones up to 25kg. Training is conducted on the DJI M600 with minimum 1 hour flying time, covering basic maintenance, safety risks on complex airframes, LiPo battery management, and pre/post flight checks.
• Remote Pilot Licence – Sub 7kg Powered-lift Two-day course for existing RePL holders to learn the skills required to fly powered-lift drones safely and professionally. Covers basic maintenance, safety risks on complex airframes, and includes minimum 1 hour flying time on powered-lift RPAS.
• Flight Foundations One-day beginner drone training course covering the essentials of flying drones, with half a day of theory and half a day of practical flight training on DJI Phantom 4s. Includes airspace, maps, regulations, LiPo safety, and pre/post flight inspections, designed for beginners and corporate team introductions.
• AVI30419 Certificate III in Aviation (Remote Pilot) VET in Schools qualification delivering 240 hours of UAV training to high school students in years 9-12. Includes the Remote Pilot Licence (RePL), AROC, and AVI30419 Certificate, covering 14 course units with extensive piloting hours. Students receive a free microdrone to keep on completion.
• Drone Taster Course Short RPAS operations program for high school students providing practical understanding of operating drones. Includes 2 course units (AVIW0028 and AVIW0004) and students keep their microdrone upon completion. Priced at $1,089 per student with discounts applying for groups of 10 or more.
• Drone Industry Day Workshop for Year 10-11 students covering drone industry overview, career pathways, industry talks, and practical flying sessions. Sessions run 1-4 hours with a maximum of 25 students per session, typically held on the school oval.
• Multi-Rotor Unmanned Aerial System (MRUAS) Training Program Exclusive drone training program for Australian Army personnel delivered across 11 locations nationwide. Covers MRUAS online training, flight fundamentals, risk management, maintenance, and aviation operation principles in adherence to Defence Aviation Safety Regulations (DASR). Over 1,000 Army soldiers have received MRUAS training under this program.
• Corporate Training (Customised Drone Solutions) Tailored drone training solutions delivered to businesses to meet specific operational requirements, including Remote Pilot Licence training and Flight Foundations courses for corporate employees across inspections, surveying, photography and other commercial applications.

Quantifiable outcome

• Graduates can receive credit for one third-year university unit (3703ENG - Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems - 10 credit points) at Griffith University
• +2 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles3 records

Technology focussed No

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AI maturity

App detail

Feature2 records

Partnerships

Seven partnerships are on record, tiered core, minor and moderate.

• AVCRMcoreTechnology or IntegrationUAVAIR utilises AVCRM, a trusted aviation compliance management software provider, to maintain strict adherence to CASA regulations. AVCRM provides tools for job planning, integrated safety, risk management, and airspace awareness through integration with Air Services Australia. AVCRM offers UAVAIR customers a discounted subscription rate of $400 per year with promo code 'UAVAIR'.
• Griffith UniversitycoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUAVAIR collaborates with Griffith University, which has an international reputation for producing industry-ready aviation graduates. The partnership provides UAVAIR students with direct entry into Griffith's Bachelor of Aviation program and grants credit for one third-year unit (3703ENG - Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems - 10 credit points) upon successful completion of RePL and AROC.
• UAV Group AustraliaminorImplementation/ SI/ Consulting PartnerUAV Group provided UAVAIR with a Drone Program Audit service, conducting an independent third-party review of their course curriculum. This ensured training aligns with CASA's latest guidelines and mitigated risk across training operations.
• CASA (Civil Aviation Safety Authority)coreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUAVAIR partnered with CASA for the 'Know Your Drone' initiative to educate young pilots on safe and responsible drone flying. UAVAIR encourages all drone enthusiasts to take CASA's quiz to understand aviation regulations and stay compliant.
• AAUS (Australian Association for Uncrewed Systems)moderateGTM or Marketing PartnerUAVAIR is a member of AAUS, Australia's oldest and largest industry advocacy group for drones and advanced air mobility with over 3,000 members. Membership provides access to industry advocacy, educational resources, and networking opportunities.
• VELG TrainingminorGTM or Marketing PartnerUAVAIR is a member of VELG Training, Australia's leading provider of VET professional development and consulting services. Membership provides access to resources, professional development opportunities, and up-to-date information on the VET industry.
• Basair Aviation CollegecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerUAVAIR is backed by Basair Australia, Australia's largest aviation training company (established 1991). UAVAIR operates as a division under Registered Training Provider Basair Aviation College (RTO ID 1327). Basair offers fully-integrated, world-class aviation curriculum with campuses in Sydney and Brisbane.

Scale indicators6 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• CAE: Global aviation training leader with integrated RPAS/UAS training solutions for defence and civil customers. Comparable as a larger, broader aviation training incumbent that increasingly overlaps in defence UAS crew training.
• FlightSafety International: Major commercial aviation training organisation serving airlines, business aviation, and defence. Relevant as a broad incumbent with UAS training offerings and deep defence/government relationships analogous to UAVAIR's ADF contract.
• Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University: Specialised aviation and aerospace university offering UAS/remote pilot degree and certificate programs. Comparable as a higher-education aviation training provider with formal articulation pathways, similar in spirit to UAVAIR's Griffith University partnership.

Others

• AVCRM: Aviation compliance management software provider integrated with Air Services Australia, used by UAVAIR for compliance. Relevant as an ecosystem partner that also sells discounted subscriptions to UAVAIR customers and has 1,500+ RPAS clients worldwide.
• Australian Aviation Training Network: Peak body representing Australian independent aviation training operators including drone training providers. Relevant as the industry association context in which UAVAIR competes and accesses advocacy (alongside AAUS membership).

Direct peers

• TAFE Queensland: Australian vocational training provider that offers RPAS/Drone pilot courses (including Certificate III in Aviation Remote Pilot). Competes with UAVAIR's VET-in-Schools and corporate training in the same Australian market.
• Flight Training Adelaide: Australian integrated aviation training college offering pilot and related aviation qualifications under an RTO framework. Directly comparable as an Australian aviation training peer with potential overlap on UAS/remote pilot offerings.
• Basair Aviation College: UAVAIR's parent company and Australia's largest aviation training organisation (RTO ID 1327). Directly comparable as the broader commercial pilot and aviation training provider under which UAVAIR operates.

Emerging players

• UAV Coach: Online drone training community and Part 107 prep provider. Comparable as an emerging digital drone training player competing for entry-level and self-paced pilots in adjacent geographies.
• Drone Pilot Ground School: US-based online drone certification training provider for Part 107. Comparable as an emerging, low-overhead remote pilot training specialist targeting similar learner cohorts via digital delivery.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat4 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights6 records

Customer concentration

• YouTubeyoutube.com/channel/UCZ5kCHWErkGjNKKzsAtUddw/videos
• Facebookfacebook.com/UAVAIR
• LinkedInlinkedin.com/company/uavair-unmanned-systems-training
• Instagraminstagram.com/uavair_

Compliance3 records

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Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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