Your self-guided training flights must be conducted within the operating conditions of the Open A1 or Open A3 subcategory, while simulating the operating limitations associated with the A2 subcategory. You must ensure that you are competent in the definitions of these subcategories and fully understand the operating limitations that apply.
Following completion of the practical flight training, you are required to sign the declaration of building block completion. This declaration constitutes acceptable evidence to proceed to the A2 CofC theory examination. The learning objectives for the practical flight training are outlined within the course materials.
COPTRZ assumes zero liability for practical training flights conducted under self-monitored circumstances. The guidance provided within this document is non-exhaustive, and the remote pilot must only conduct a flight if they are reasonably satisfied that it can be carried out safely and in accordance with all applicable regulations.
Certificate Upload and Flight Log Evidence
If you do not hold a valid RAE-issued GVC or Remote Pilot Certificate, please upload a blank document in the certificate upload section.
In the absence of a previous certificate, you must instead provide evidence of at least 4 hours of recent flight time completed within the previous 90 days to meet eligibility requirements for the A2 Certificate of Competency (A2 CofC).
Flight Log Requirements
Your flight logs must include the following information:
Flight reference
Operation category
Date
Aircraft make, model, and ID
Take-off time
Landing time
Duration
Location
Airspace class
Remote pilot name
Type of flight
Incident(s), if applicable- Map coordinates (optional, but not required)
If you require a flight log template, please contact us and we will be able to provide one.Flight logs can be maintained in either digital or paper format, as long as they meet the CAA’s minimum record-keeping requirements.You are not required to submit a filled-in flight logbook. Instead, provide a blank logbook template that meets the CAA’s minimum record-keeping requirements.
Frequently Asked Questions
Do I need to include map coordinates in my flight log?
Map coordinates are optional. An address or recognizable location description is sufficient. If you have coordinates and wish to include them, you may do so, but they are not mandatory.
Can I use a paper logbook instead of an online one?
Yes, you can use either a digital or paper logbook. Both formats are acceptable as long as they meet the CAA’s minimum record-keeping requirements.