UAPL Training

Class A (Rotorcraft) Training Courses for UAPL

What is UAPL Training?

UAPL (Unmanned Aircraft Pilot Licence) training is a structured programme that equips you with the theoretical knowledge and practical skills required to operate drones in Singapore. It prepares you for the CAAS UAPL theory test and flight assessment.

Who Should Take This Drone Course

– Beginners with no prior drone experience
– Individuals exploring drone careers
– Professionals in media, inspection, or surveying
– Anyone looking to obtain a UAPL licence in Singapore

ADT01

UAPL Theory Course

$327

(incl. 9% GST)

Course Outcome:

Competent in the UAPL Theory Test + UABT Certificate

ADT02

Initial Course for Multi-rotor up to 7kg

$1,635

(incl. 9% GST)

Course Outcome:

UAPL Class A (Rotorcraft) Limited to Multi-rotor up to 7kg + UABT Certificate

ADT03

Initial Course for Multi-rotor up to 25kg

$2,071

(incl. 9% GST)

Course Outcome:

UAPL Class A (Rotorcraft) Limited to Multi-rotor up to 25kg + UABT Certificate

ADT04

UAPL Practical Training and Assessment on Multi-rotor up to 7kg

$1,417

(incl. 9% GST)

Course Outcome:

UAPL Class A (Rotorcraft) Limited to Multi-rotor up to 7kg

ADT05

UAPL Practical Training and Assessment on Multi-rotor up to 25kg

$1,853

(incl. 9% GST)

Course Outcome:

UAPL Class A (Rotorcraft) Limited to Multi-rotor up to 25kg

ADT06

UAPL Helicopter Course

$4,687

(incl. 9% GST)

Course Outcome:

UAPL Class A (Rotorcraft) with no limitations + UABT Certificate

UAPL Training Programme Overview

UAPL Theory Course

The UAPL theory course builds a strong foundation in aviation knowledge, covering key areas such as airspace regulations, flight safety, meteorology, and operational procedures. It is structured to help learners understand not just what the rules are, but how they apply in real-world drone operations.

Practical Drone Training

The practical component focuses on developing hands-on flying skills in a controlled and guided environment. Learners gain experience in manoeuvring, safety checks, and situational awareness, ensuring they are prepared to operate confidently after completing the UAPL training programme.

Expanding Drone Skills with CCTV & Surveillance Systems

As drone applications continue to evolve across industries, organisations are increasingly exploring how aerial systems can complement existing ground-based monitoring infrastructure in selected operational environments. This has contributed to growing industry interest in both drone operations and CCTV surveillance systems, particularly in scenarios involving large-area monitoring, inspection support, and coordinated surveillance workflows.

Drones may offer aerial mobility and dynamic viewing angles, which can provide real-time visual data to a command centre, effectively extending the reach of ground-based infrastructure in selected special operations that are approved by CAAS and SPF. In some operational settings, these systems may work alongside surveillance platforms from providers such as Hikvision to support broader situational awareness and monitoring capabilities.

At Apollo Global Academy, our UAPL training programme focuses on building foundational competencies in unmanned aircraft operations in accordance with Singapore’s regulatory requirements. As the drone industry continues to expand, understanding how drone technologies are applied across different operational contexts can provide learners with broader awareness of how unmanned systems are being adopted across evolving industry environments.

Why Combine UAPL Training with CCTV Knowledge

As drone adoption continues to grow across regulated industries, unmanned aircraft are increasingly being deployed alongside existing surveillance and monitoring infrastructure in selected authorised operations. While a UAPL course focuses on unmanned aircraft competencies and regulatory requirements, drone operations may complement broader surveillance workflows involving fixed camera systems and command centres in real-world operational environments.

In some approved scenarios, drones can support:

  • Wider situational visibility through aerial perspectives
  • Faster visual assessment across large or difficult-to-access areas
  • Additional real-time visual data for monitoring and coordination
  • Support for inspection, infrastructure observation, and incident awareness

This operational relationship between aerial systems and ground-based monitoring infrastructure highlights how drones are being utilised across sectors such as construction, facility management, security, and public safety. As interest in unmanned aircraft continues to expand, UAPL training in Singapore provides learners with foundational knowledge of drone operations within Singapore’s aviation regulatory framework, while CCTV and surveillance system training remain separate specialised disciplines.

Integration of Drone Operations and Hikvision Systems

Modern surveillance environments increasingly involve coordination between aerial technologies and ground-based monitoring infrastructure. In selected authorised operations, drones may complement Hikvision CCTV systems by providing aerial mobility, dynamic viewing angles, and real-time visual data that support command centre teams and broader situational awareness.

Depending on operational requirements and regulatory approvals, drones may support:

  • Aerial observation for areas beyond the coverage of fixed cameras
  • Real-time visual monitoring during large-scale operations
  • Faster deployment during incident response situations
  • Additional visual data collection for operational assessment and coordination

As unmanned aircraft adoption continues to expand across industries, understanding how drones may function alongside existing surveillance infrastructure provides useful industry context for learners exploring UAPL drone training pathways. However, drone deployment for security or surveillance purposes remains subject to applicable operational approvals, regulatory requirements, and separate specialised training where required.

Why Choose Our UAPL Training in Singapore

Frequently Asked Questions

UAPL training prepares individuals to operate unmanned aircraft under the required regulatory framework. It typically combines theoretical knowledge and practical flight skills, allowing learners to understand both aviation rules and safe drone operations before certification.

Yes, the programme is structured to support those who are new to drones. Here at Apollo Global Academy, our drone course introduces key concepts step by step, making it easier to build confidence while progressing through both theory and practical components.

The theory component focuses on essential topics such as airspace regulations, weather considerations, flight planning, and safety procedures. The UAPL theory course is designed to help learners understand how these elements come together during actual drone operations.

Some UAPL programmes may be eligible for SkillsFuture funding, depending on the course structure and requirements. Please contact us to check the latest eligibility details to understand how funding support may apply to your enrolment.

Upon successful completion of the training and assessments, learners will receive certification that supports their progression towards becoming a licensed drone operator. With our approach, each stage of the learning journey is clearly guided to help you meet the necessary requirements.

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