Friday, May 18, 2018

Lincoln Courses are Here at Last

By popular demand we are now able to offer the best training available in Lincoln.
Sunday, April 29, 2018

Reputation Management

Keeping your principles at the forefront of what you do.
Saturday, April 28, 2018

How do People Rate Flyby Technology?

A recent poll on a social media group sort of says it all.
Friday, April 13, 2018

This Just in from the CAA

The CAA has a new application process for the Permission for Commercial Operation
Thursday, April 12, 2018

Weekender Courses

Flyby Technology is pleased to be able to offer our 2 types of course on consecutive weekends at some of our venues.
Friday, April 06, 2018

How to prepare for a Flyby Technology Drone Pilot Course

Having purchased your course from a high quality provider you will be wanting to maximise the benefit of that quality by good preparation.
Thursday, March 29, 2018

CAP 393 Fifth Edition Amendment

CAP393 has been amended.
Monday, March 26, 2018

Dorset Courses are Here!

We have been asked for a South Coast venue a number of times and we have now been able to find the perfect venue.
Saturday, March 17, 2018

What does the 50m Distance Actually Mean?

This post describes the 50m separation rule from Article 95 of CAP 383.
Wednesday, March 14, 2018

Who Do I Contact to Fly Near an Aerorome?

We are frequently asked for information about specific aerodromes.  We thought it might be easier to tell our pilots how to fid the data.
Friday, February 16, 2018

Spring is Around the Corner

Getting prepared in time to maximise the use of your PfCO is such a good idea.
Saturday, January 20, 2018

Spring Courses Go on Sale

Flyby Technology releases its spring courses for sale.
Saturday, January 20, 2018

What Does IDPS Mean to You?

Why has Flyby Technology spent so much time developing a drone pilot way of operating or standard?
Sunday, December 10, 2017

Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year

Flyby Technology wishes you all a Merry Christmas and safe flying in the new year.
Sunday, November 26, 2017

Military Air Traffic Zones

A lot of pilots are wary about flying in Military Air Traffic Zones.  Flyby Technology dispels the myths.
Tuesday, November 21, 2017

Which Course Do I Choose?

We have 2 main options at Flyby Technology.  A 3-day and a 5-day course, but which is right for you?

 
Tuesday, November 21, 2017

It's Good to Talk

We find that when people are trying to pick the right training provider and the right course for them they could really do with a friendly voice at the end of a phone to discuss their needs.
Friday, November 10, 2017

Aborted Landings

We see a lot of occasions where new pilots get a phenomenon known as Dynamic Rollover.  This advice from Flyby Technology will reduce many accidents and damage to people and aircraft.
Tuesday, September 26, 2017

DJI M210

The M210 is released and now available from Flyby Technology.  
Sunday, August 20, 2017

Air-to-Air Photo Opportunity Taken on the East Midlands Course

At the last East Midlands course Flyby Technology was invited to take air-to-air footage of a Christen Eagle II aerobatic display aircraft flown by Tim Jinks.
Thursday, August 17, 2017

Learn to Integrate with Manned Aviation

With Flyby Technology you learn how to operate as an equal with manned aviation.
Saturday, August 12, 2017

First London Course a Huge Success

The first course to be held in West London was a sell-out success!
Saturday, August 12, 2017

Goodbye Graham

It is with great sadness that we say goodbye to our Operations Manager who sadly passed away recently.
Friday, July 28, 2017

Medieval to High Tech in One Step

High tech comes to the Midlands where you would never expect it!
Sunday, July 23, 2017

That is the way to do it!

DJM Aerial Solutions is a customer trained and supported by Flyby Technology. 
Friday, July 14, 2017

Another Drone Causing Trouble?

Surely not again?  Or could there be something more to this?
Wednesday, July 12, 2017

The best PfCO training is now available at less than £30 per month.

You can now get Flyby Technology's industry leading PfCO training and spread the cost.
Wednesday, July 12, 2017

London Drone Training for less than £28 per month

Flyby Technology is the number one CAA approved flight training school for drone pilots in the UK.
Tuesday, July 11, 2017

What does 400ft Height Actually Mean?

We see a lot of questions on social media about the 400ft maximum height a drone may fly outside of controlled airspace.  Flyby Technology simplifies the scene.
Saturday, July 01, 2017

This Industry is about to Erupt!

Goldman Sachs have just published a paper that states that the drone service industry is worth $100 billion.  Flyby Technology discusses the impact this will have on our current thinking and how we satisfy that demand for pilots and associated services.
Wednesday, June 28, 2017

Proof of the Pudding

Today, 28 June 2017 a Royal Air Force Helicopter made a precautionary landing right in the middle of the training site that was in use by Flyby Technology.
Tuesday, June 27, 2017

0% Finance is Now Available

Flyby Technology can now offer you an option to spread the cost of your training over 6, 9, 10 or even 12 months.
Tuesday, June 20, 2017

Finance Now Available

Flyby Technology is now able to offer our customers the ability to spread the costs of training.  This allows everyone to access the very best training and pay for it as their business develops.
Saturday, June 03, 2017

Control Checks and their Importance

Flyby Technology shows you how and when to perform your control checks.  We also cover why we do them this way every time.  
Tuesday, May 23, 2017

How to Recover Your Drone When Disorientated

Flyby Technology uses its expertise to develop solutions to common problems.  We would like to share how we teach disorientation recovery techniques to our students.
Friday, May 19, 2017

East Midlands Courses are Here!

We have been looking for a suitable flying site that is perfect for our style of training and now we have it!
Monday, May 15, 2017

London 5-Day Fast Track Courses Announced

Flyby Technology now has 2 venues near London for completing your PfCO in 5 days!
Thursday, May 11, 2017

Distraction The Drone Killer

Distraction is a  contributing factor to most drone accidents in some way or another.  Flyby Technology takes you through some useful advice to prevent it.
Thursday, May 04, 2017

To Boldly Go!

The CAA has changed the wording of the Permission for Commercial Operation by adding a new Note 2.  We will have a look at possible interpretations.
Friday, April 14, 2017

Confidence - the double-edged sword!

Many have been criticised as being over-confident and that has been trained out of manned-aviation pilots. Flyby Technology challenges that opinion and offers a better solution.
Thursday, March 30, 2017

Our Graduates Excel

This is an example of the success that our graduates are enjoying!
Wednesday, March 29, 2017

Boeing Flight Services on board!

Boeing Flight Services today invited us to use their professional pilot training facilities in the UK...
Sunday, March 26, 2017

Flyby Technology takes you through how to decide on a training provider

The biggest decision you will make is not what drone to buy, or how many batteries you will need, but which training provider you should choose.
Saturday, March 11, 2017

What is the visibility required for commercial drone operations?

Flyby Technology is often asked what the visibility requirement is for drone operations.
Sunday, March 05, 2017

CAA Insurance Requirements

The CAA has suspended the issue of PfCOs and renewals temporarily whist it seeks legal advice on the type and cover period of insurance policies.
Wednesday, February 22, 2017

Some wonderful independent feedback!

Allan obviously enjoyed the course and is now a qualified professional drone pilot
Wednesday, February 22, 2017

Who does the CAA mean by "Landowner" in CAP 722?

We asked the CAA to clarify a point which pops up in conversation a lot.
Monday, February 13, 2017

The Dreaded Operations Manual

Whenever we get a call from a prospective drone pilot, we are always careful to de-mystify the creation of your company’s Operations Manual (OM) for very good reason.
Saturday, February 11, 2017

Metalcare Group Inc chooses Flyby Technology

Metalcare Group Inc chooses Flyby Technology to train their next generation of drone pilots in the Far East.
Saturday, January 14, 2017

Helping fellow pilots

Flyby Technology would like to help those caught in limbo by the sudden failure of EuroUSC.
Sunday, January 01, 2017

EuroUSC Renewals

Flyby Technology is able to help you regain or renew your Permission for Commercial Operation should you require it. The actual renewal process is straightforward and can easily be completed on your own. If that is your choice then please make sure that your insurance cover satisfies EC785/2004, as this may be a change since your initial award or last renewal...

 
Friday, December 30, 2016

Proposal E - Improving Deterrents & Proposal F - No Drone Flying Zones and Enforcement

There are already laws covering the safety of drones yet we continue to see breaches of the law happen.
Sunday, December 25, 2016

Proposal C Insurance and Proposal D Increasing leisure drone awareness of the law

Drones of 20kg and above currently require third party liability insurance under EU law unless they are state aircraft, belonging to the military, customs or police services (EU Regulation 785/2004).
Wednesday, December 21, 2016

Consultation on the safe use of drones in the UK

Today the Department for Transport (DfT) published the new document and online survey entitled "Consultation on the safe use of drones in the UK"
Wednesday, December 21, 2016

Proposal A Testing drones in the UK

Currently the UK has a flagship drones testing centre in the West Wales UAS Environment, which offers a large testing area of segregated airspace and varying geographical features. It is also possible for an individual to set up a testing site, by applying to the CAA for permission to do so. What is the best way forward?
Monday, December 19, 2016

Where can we fly?

We get asked every day about what the rules are for overflight of property.  We asked our Law Team to investigate and this is what they came up with.
Sunday, December 11, 2016

The Art of the Possible!

David Hopley from "Draws with Light " has recently completed our course.  
Sunday, December 11, 2016

Ladies First

Flyby Technology is trying to bring professional drone training to the missing 52%. The ladies that have completed our course have shown enormous potential and bring qualities to drone flying way beyond the artistic.
Tuesday, November 15, 2016

Pilotwise and Flyby Technology: The Dream team!

We are proud to announce that international training support specialist Pilotwise International Ltd has teamed up with Flyby Technology to offer the superior service we know you expect.
Tuesday, August 16, 2016

How to prepare for your Flight Skills Test

The Flight Skills Test is the final hurdle for obtaining your Permission from the CAA for Commercial Operation. This guide will help you to prepare for the Flyby Technology Flight Skills Test.
Monday, August 15, 2016

Changes to the Air Navigation Order

Significant changes have been incorporated into the 2016 revision of the Air Navigation Order
CAP 393 effective 25th August 2016
Thursday, July 21, 2016

Which Drone Should I Choose?

We all come to this point at some time or another, which drone do I decide upon? How can I spend just enough and get a drone that will do the job without breaking the bank?
Tuesday, July 05, 2016

CAA Approval as a Full Category National Qualified Entity

Flyby Technology is proud to be approved as a Civil Aviation Authority National Qualified Entity.
Monday, June 20, 2016

Federal Aviation Authority Allow Commercial Use of Drones

The US Federal Aviation Authority are about to realise the rule set that allows commercial operators to use drones for hire and reward. In the UK we call this valuable consideration.
Friday, June 10, 2016

A Picture Paints a Thousand Words!

We believe that good quality courseware, delivered by trained expert instructors, is what will really help our new pilots learn their craft.
Friday, June 03, 2016

Two routes to gain your Permission for Commercial Operation

New pilots have 2 routes within our training system. Each route ends with the award of the Permission for Commercial Operation, issued by the Civil Aviation Authority.
Friday, June 03, 2016

Permission for Commercial Operation

The UK Civil Aviation Authority requires all professional drone operators to possess a Permission for Commercial Operation before working for hire or reward, what is know as valuable consideration...
Tuesday, May 10, 2016

This is what is possible with the right training!

Find out the possibilities with the right drone training
Friday, March 11, 2016

Flyby Technology Featured in Drone Magazine

We have been invited to be the subject of articles in Drone Magazine....
Monday, January 18, 2016

Bristol Groundschool host Flyby Technology courses

Today we heard that the best centre for the training of the Air Transport Pilot's License understands what we are trying to achieve. They have recognised the quality of our training product and have invited us to use their excellent facilities to train the best drone pilots in the industry.