Integrating Drones and UAS at Aerodromes and Within the State

Course Overview

This course provides the knowledge and tools needed to safely integrate Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)—including drones, RPAS, Urban Air Mobility (UAM), and eVTOLs—into airspace and aerodrome environments. Through real-world case studies, exercises, and ICAO-aligned guidance, participants will explore operational, regulatory, and safety considerations to support UAS implementation at the State and airport levels.

Who Should Attend?

• CAA personnel involved in policy, oversight, or technical implementation of UA/RPAS operations
• Aerodrome management and staff across safety, operations, maintenance, and planning
• Aviation professionals supporting the integration of drones and emerging air mobility at the airport level

Learning Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Adapt aerodrome infrastructure and procedures for safe UA/RPAS integration
• Understand commercial drivers accelerating UAS and eVTOL adoption
• Apply ICAO Annex 6 Part IV and Doc 10019 guidance to local contexts
• Identify emerging UAS technologies and assess their operational impact
• Implement risk assessments, compliance processes, and management of change
• Evaluate the role of AI and future tech in drone operations
• Effectively oversee UAS operators and ensure safe equipment use
• Leverage global best practices through hands-on case studies

Course Content

• UA & RPAS Regulatory Framework
• The Aviation Industry and UA/RPAS Integration
• RPAS Operations and Safety
• Role & responsibilities of RPAS operators
• Oversight of RPAS operations
• RPAS Flight Operations
• RPAS and Urban Air Mobility
• Drone Incident Management
• Future Technologies and AI

Benefits for you

• Understand the regulatory landscape and Annex 6 Part IV requirements
• Learn to assess and manage drone operations at aerodromes
• Evaluate technical advancements and prepare for future demands
• Gain tools to manage operators, documentation, and risk
• Earn an ACI Certificate and connect with global peers

Practical Takeaways for your Airport

• Adapt aerodrome characteristics to support RPAS and eVTOLs
• Navigate ICAO Annex 6 Part IV and Doc 10019
• Manage risk, safety assurance, and change processes
• Understand evolving UAS tech and commercial demand
• Apply hands-on strategies for effective UAS integration