For anyone serious about building a career as a drone pilot in Australia, securing the CASA Remotely Piloted Aircraft Licence (RePL) is not just a smart move—it’s essential.

Getting your Remote Pilot Licence (RePL) is just the beginning of your new career, Once you are licenced, you can perform advanced operations that are in high demand across Industries , by operating under a Remote Operators Certificate (ReOC).

By operating as a Licensed Remote Pilot under a Remote Operators Certificate, — either your own or as a contractor—you gain access to advanced operations and opportunities far beyond what recreational or excluded category pilots can do, enabling you to take on more complex and rewarding projects.

At The Drone Studio, during your your RePL training, we also provide the training and support to any Course participants wanting to apply to CASA for their own Remote Operators Certificate.

Only Licenced Pilots operating under a ReOC can legally perform the advanced operations that are in high demand—like conducting flights close to people and handling complex projects that require night flying or extended ranges, including beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS).

By obtaining these certifications, you're positioning yourself as a professional capable of taking on complex, high-stakes projects, whether it's capturing aerial footage at live events, surveying construction sites in urban environments, or inspecting infrastructure in densely populated areas.

Additionally, a ReOC opens the door to advanced operations that are in growing demand, such as flying beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) or at night. BVLOS capabilities are critical for tasks like search and rescue, long-range mapping, and inspections of power lines or pipelines. Night flying, meanwhile, is increasingly sought after for cinematic work, emergency services, and security surveillance.

Without a ReOC, these operations aren’t legally possible, which means that the most exciting and well-paying opportunities in the industry will be out of reach. Simply put, having a RePL and operating under an ReOC not only makes you more versatile but also ensures you can meet the needs of clients looking for advanced drone capabilities, giving you a competitive edge in a rapidly growing market.