He isn't lying. I passed 100% and received my certificate this morning. Fantastic course, Highly recommended This means I can now legally put blade guards on my mini 2 to protect people.
One sentence that proves some of these laws are ridiculously black and white. Imagine having to do a course to allow for something to be SAFER! Blade guards should be a must for learners...
Thank you from someone who has jus treated himself to a new drone for Christmas. You put your message across so well My problem is that I am 83yo and you speak quite fast so I have to replay the video a number of time.. Doesn't matter really because, at my age, I have time.
Soon after I got the Mini2 I did the UAVHUB course. Took my time, did the mock test and passed 1st time with 100%. So I’ve got my A2CoC. Felt it helped my knowledge of law and drone skills. The UAVHUB and your films are helping me fly!!!! Cheers Darren!
Darren - Super UA-cam channel - so informative and so easy to understand, you are just what we over 50's require to make like simple. Simple to understand and plain talking - I like it a lot - looking forward to the next one and keep up the excellent channel
Did mine with UAVHUB - not only a good course but support afterwards and continued help from the guys. I live in the Channel Islands and we have a totally different drone code, but the A2CofC IS a recognised qualification now.
Why have I only just found this!!! I have tried online courses for CofC before and like you said it can be sooo boring just trying to read all this information which can easily send anyone asleep. I will definitely give this a bash now, thank you 🙏
Excellent video Darren. I did the A1-A3 first (not required) for the Mini 2 and then bought the drone. I thought it might be handy to know the rules and regulations first. I am in the Netherlands and did the course with Drone Class (not sponsored) but an excellent course. The A2 with them is basically the same price as in the UK, 99 euro. The course was easy, i finished it within a couple of hours. Absolutely loving the Mini2, it does everything i want at the moment. If i decide to go to a larger drone in the future i won't hesitate doing the A2 cofc. Thanks for all the work you do.
I can also vouch for UAVHUB. Did my A2CofC with them in March and Passed 100%. I still go back to their website every week as they are always updating some of the modules as minor CAA regulations are updated.
hey Darren I would just like say thank you for all these vids /advice /tips tricks an everything else you do for us an this community , ano what sort of work goes into editing an putting all this together an it's not easy an proble mentally draining at times thinking what to create an do next. keep up the great work!!
I’m happy to hear you singing the praises of the S2 I was thinking that it was a regretful purchase for you but like you say in the videos its features really make up for having to do A2 test
I took and passed the A2 Open exam at 7pm today, having started the course at 2pm. I got 80% (pass mark 75%) and would have got higher, had the exam not had 4 questions about batteries. The course I took didn't have any detailed info on batteries. I recommend brushing up your Li-Ion knowledge, certainly if taking the exam in Ireland.
Having the A2 doesn't mean you lose your ability to use article 16 either. You simply decide the rules under what the flight will take place at the time it takes place. Its just useful to have and gives you more options.
looks pretty handy way of passing, like that a lot and a bargain ! One question - As a Mini2 owner what advantage would I get from passing it? as it sounds like no advantage to me
No advantage whatsoever. Dont bother unless you have a heavier drone. The mini2 is exempt and far more flexible. I passed my A2 in Feb with UAVHUB and have never needed it. And 50m is still too restrictive. Wait for a certified drone and then get the A2
@@gimbalair Thanks for the reply, Yes Darren ahs the mini2 in shot form the start but doesn't mention at any point in getting A2CofC is of any use with the mini2. I only have a mini2 and not planning on changing as I do all I need with it. Cheers for the reply
Darren, thank you for this information. I was so apprehensive who I should go to and sign up. You’ve also given me confidence to do this, especially after all this awful COVID business and wondering if I’ll ever get back to theatre production. I’m turning 50 in a week, so this might just give me more choices in deciding 😃
Thanks for you video Darren , can you tell me more about "Low seed mode" . I have the Mini 2 at the moment love it. Does the Air2S have low speed mode , thanks :)
Great video,I'm interested in this,1 question that niggles me,what happens if your flying and failure of drone hits someone or something what would happens then,things do pack up
I just passed my A2 CofC with 97% thanks to ur advice on doing the mock exams... Did them 11 times in about 2hrs and only got 1 question wrong and I knew the bloody answer, but forgot to change it lol.
what would i need to fly a DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise for roof inspections commercial buildings like B&Q, The Range, and similar structures in the UK? do i need a (GVC) or will it be ok with (A2 CofC)
A quick question: I have a plot of land in a uk town which I have planning application for a new build a 8 apartment flats. I want to do some aerial images of the land and the surronding slope. One side across the road is a line of terraced houses, the other is trees with a slope going to allotments. If I am on my fenced off land (where the building is going to be built and send my Air 2 S up for the aerial shots, would having a A2 COFC cert cover me if the police decide to come and question me, or would I also have to apply to CAA for flight permission for the day?
Thanks for the information D, think I will get this qualification using your link as I’m going to need it at some point. Many thanks for sharing. Best drone channel as always 👍🏻👍🏻
*Hi Sir can you enlighten me with the main restrictions on the sub 249g and 249g and above drone restrictions which you mentioned. I have the Mavic Mini. I also have my Flyers ID which I got 3 years ago and also have an Operators ID as well. Please I need to know why and what will be difference when I’ll get an Air 2S regarding the distance and other restrictions…*
Thanks for the information, but can I ask, what will happen or what will it mean once the s2 becomes a legacy drone? Will that mean you will no longer be able to use it? Many thanks, Ryan.
been braking the law and flying close to buildings/people doing fpv and didnt even know it! thought registering and putting the ID on my drones was enough but seems not. glad i saw this video after looking for commercial drone license info. crazy coincidence that i just bought a air 2s off ebay used lol as i want to do paid work at events with it combined with my fpv drones. so does the a2 cofc let you fly commercial and get paid for work?
Its similar to a cscs /cpcs test , common sense regarding health and safety, But with a drone instead of heavy machinery 😉 I want get plenty of use out of my mini 2 before spending more ££££
Me too, i.e UAVHub ☆, A2 CofC 100%. I, however, have an original Mavic Air, and a Parrot Anafi, which are both under 500g, so i can fly them in the same A1 air space (but not over people) as my Mini 2. Stay safe! Ian :-)
Does this include the air 2 Darren at the moment I'm living near a military Air base at I'm only flying the mini 2 yet I got the air 2 and it's hardly had any hours in the air so really interesting just hope it's easy because I've got a brain like a cif but I have got common sense 😁 definitely check this out nice one Darren 😁👍👌🇬🇧
Yes it includes that drone , it’s basically great for any drone over 250g ! Honestly legally I cannot show you but the mock tests are spot on, if you do then 10 times for examples, you will pass trust me
I still never earned a single penny on flying my mini 3. I am going to get the A2 license so I can maybe sell my pilot services to someone else in the drone business because finding customers seems like impossible.
As you say it's only for 18 months, lot of money for a little time, once legacy what will it be worth to resale. I did my A2 with UAV hub can't recommend them enough.
You will still get around 600 for it once legacy . The new Air2S would launch around may/June 2022 so I would sell once that comes out and upgrade hopefully to a c stamped version.
I don't understand, you've obviously had your a2cofc for a long time now. and in previous videos told people not to buy thr air 2s drone as it had to many restrictions because of it's weight and to purchase the mini 2 but now your saying its great. I've also looked back over your past videos and just your thumbnails tell a story on there own, you seem love it one week and hate it the next..
Currently it’s a great time to get the a2 as it’s online and the price is a lot cheaper so never a better time. Since the Air2S has come out a lot of firmware updates have made the features better and it’s performing really well now. I still use and like both
@@DMProductions so you've only just done your a2cofc then ? A2cofc courses have been online for along time now infact probably a year it's not a new thing but I guess you would know that as you said you had yours for ages. Also just asking people if they mind you flying doesn't make them involved it makes them aware. Personally I think everyone should have some proper qualifications and liability insurance regardless of what drone you fly as its going to be a majority of smaller less restricted drones that those operators don't really give 2 hoots about laws or restrictions and then make it harder for the drone community to carry on.
Darren check drone it out as well and mate if you need someone to do Australia's one and info iv got a bit of time this week so if you want some help with it just hit me up peace mate cool vid too
You are right Scott Currently the CAA are saying there will be no retrospective re-classification of current drones so the S2 Will have to be flown in the A3 category it will be classed as a legacy drone… along with anything over 250g… currently there is no C classed drones for sale.. and DJI i’ve gone very quiet about retrospective classifications of old drones as that’s up to the CAA and they hate drones 🤣
Yes that’s true but I mentioned I’ll get 18months of this then sell and upgrade to the next air series with c2 stamp, thus allowing me to get the best re-sell value for it before depreciation
And to be honest Darren none of us know what’s going to happen to this last set of drones So they only really need to firmware update for c2 compliance but like you have said we get a year and a half and if you’re working with it to make money it will be time to move on to the next thing and it’s a good excuse for the Mavic 3 🤣🤣🤣🤣 Cannot wait
Great video, thanks! Maybe not such a good idea to admit that you "abuse it horrendously" in the same video where you also say that you sell the drone when updating. ;-)
Yes article 16 I cannot use active track which I what I use the most on the DJI Air2S and I cannot make money from the flights so for me article 16 is no good
He isn't lying. I passed 100% and received my certificate this morning. Fantastic course, Highly recommended
This means I can now legally put blade guards on my mini 2 to protect people.
Awesome well done buddy
One sentence that proves some of these laws are ridiculously black and white. Imagine having to do a course to allow for something to be SAFER! Blade guards should be a must for learners...
Thank you from someone who has jus treated himself to a new drone for Christmas. You put your message across so well My problem is that I am 83yo and you speak quite fast so I have to replay the video a number of time.. Doesn't matter really because, at my age, I have time.
Soon after I got the Mini2 I did the UAVHUB course. Took my time, did the mock test and passed 1st time with 100%. So I’ve got my A2CoC. Felt it helped my knowledge of law and drone skills. The UAVHUB and your films are helping me fly!!!! Cheers Darren!
Exactly Tim ! As if you go a drone more than 250g you can now fly with less restrictions, 100% worth doing
Darren - Super UA-cam channel - so informative and so easy to understand, you are just what we over 50's require to make like simple. Simple to understand and plain talking - I like it a lot - looking forward to the next one and keep up the excellent channel
Thank you Gary glad you enjoyed it 😊
Thank you so so much mate...after your vid I used your link, paid trained and passed my A2...you are a legend
Awesome ! Nice one !
Did mine with UAVHUB - not only a good course but support afterwards and continued help from the guys. I live in the Channel Islands and we have a totally different drone code, but the A2CofC IS a recognised qualification now.
Yes it’s awesome isn’t it
Why have I only just found this!!! I have tried online courses for CofC before and like you said it can be sooo boring just trying to read all this information which can easily send anyone asleep. I will definitely give this a bash now, thank you 🙏
Excellent video Darren. I did the A1-A3 first (not required) for the Mini 2 and then bought the drone. I thought it might be handy to know the rules and regulations first. I am in the Netherlands and did the course with Drone Class (not sponsored) but an excellent course. The A2 with them is basically the same price as in the UK, 99 euro. The course was easy, i finished it within a couple of hours.
Absolutely loving the Mini2, it does everything i want at the moment. If i decide to go to a larger drone in the future i won't hesitate doing the A2 cofc.
Thanks for all the work you do.
Awesome JD, yes it’s really good and great to learn everything about the subject and how to get clearance is restricted areas etc , it’s decent
I can also vouch for UAVHUB. Did my A2CofC with them in March and Passed 100%. I still go back to their website every week as they are always updating some of the modules as minor CAA regulations are updated.
Cheers mate 👍. I will go check them out now..
hey Darren I would just like say thank you for all these vids /advice /tips tricks an everything else you do for us an this community , ano what sort of work goes into editing an putting all this together an it's not easy an proble mentally draining at times thinking what to create an do next. keep up the great work!!
Thank you very much Sean , I enjoy doing it but it’s awesome that you understand and appreciate the hard work
I’m happy to hear you singing the praises of the S2 I was thinking that it was a regretful purchase for you but like you say in the videos its features really make up for having to do A2 test
Yes for sure , the extra features make it worth while
I did mine with the UAV hub brilliant set up Highly recommended
Yeah I completely agree
Here in the UK, the 250 gram limit is pretty useless for DJI drones since they have a camera on. Meaning you still need an operator and flyer ID.
Just did the course was great well worth the £100 for access the UAV Hub and the low flying military aircraft info was very interesting
I've always wanted to move to a bigger drone but I'm not sure if I'll pass the qualification test! I'm gonna give this a try!
For sure you will ! Good luck
@@DMProductions Thanks! Gotta give it a shot
I've been doing the mock test over and over again. I keep getting over 80% as long the proper exam has the same questions I'll pass no problem 😇
Try a couple more times I’m sure you will be fine if your getting over 80%
As I have just upgraded to a mavic 2 pro, this is a must do at the current price of £79 ! As usual thanks for the no BS advice ;-)
Perfect good luck to you
I took and passed the A2 Open exam at 7pm today, having started the course at 2pm. I got 80% (pass mark 75%) and would have got higher, had the exam not had 4 questions about batteries. The course I took didn't have any detailed info on batteries. I recommend brushing up your Li-Ion knowledge, certainly if taking the exam in Ireland.
awesome info, Darren.. I'm currently studying for ours... lol God bless!!
Nice one ! Good luck 😊
Having the A2 doesn't mean you lose your ability to use article 16 either. You simply decide the rules under what the flight will take place at the time it takes place.
Its just useful to have and gives you more options.
looks pretty handy way of passing, like that a lot and a bargain !
One question - As a Mini2 owner what advantage would I get from passing it? as it sounds like no advantage to me
No advantage whatsoever. Dont bother unless you have a heavier drone. The mini2 is exempt and far more flexible. I passed my A2 in Feb with UAVHUB and have never needed it. And 50m is still too restrictive. Wait for a certified drone and then get the A2
@@gimbalair Thanks for the reply, Yes Darren ahs the mini2 in shot form the start but doesn't mention at any point in getting A2CofC is of any use with the mini2.
I only have a mini2 and not planning on changing as I do all I need with it.
Cheers for the reply
Darren, thank you for this information. I was so apprehensive who I should go to and sign up. You’ve also given me confidence to do this, especially after all this awful COVID business and wondering if I’ll ever get back to theatre production. I’m turning 50 in a week, so this might just give me more choices in deciding 😃
Yes it’s the number one for me, pricing and easy but I like the video teaching rather than power point
Thanks for you video Darren , can you tell me more about "Low seed mode" . I have the Mini 2 at the moment love it. Does the Air2S have low speed mode , thanks :)
Low speed mode will be on larger drones with C stamps on, then in low speed mode you can fly with a distance of only 5m from an uninvolved person
Great video,I'm interested in this,1 question that niggles me,what happens if your flying and failure of drone hits someone or something what would happens then,things do pack up
Do you need this qualification to fly in the country side aswell or judt operator and flyers ID
I just passed my A2 CofC with 97% thanks to ur advice on doing the mock exams... Did them 11 times in about 2hrs and only got 1 question wrong and I knew the bloody answer, but forgot to change it lol.
what would i need to fly a DJI Mavic 3 Enterprise for roof inspections commercial buildings like B&Q, The Range, and similar structures in the UK?
do i need a (GVC) or will it be ok with (A2 CofC)
A quick question: I have a plot of land in a uk town which I have planning application for a new build a 8 apartment flats. I want to do some aerial images of the land and the surronding slope. One side across the road is a line of terraced houses, the other is trees with a slope going to allotments. If I am on my fenced off land (where the building is going to be built and send my Air 2 S up for the aerial shots, would having a A2 COFC cert cover me if the police decide to come and question me, or would I also have to apply to CAA for flight permission for the day?
Agree with Darren, great course
I love your content
Nice one! Thanks. Got a question: what if you wnt to fly in Europe?
Hi darren i have mavic3pro is a2 cofc the right one for me thanks
Thanks for the information D, think I will get this qualification using your link as I’m going to need it at some point. Many thanks for sharing. Best drone channel as always 👍🏻👍🏻
Thank you Trev, yes i love the format , the direct quick videos that are easy to follow well worth it for the less restrictions
Thank you for this vid 👍
Is this the only certification I need to start a commercial drone business in the UK?
Thank you I am going to book it
Thanks let me know how you get on
Your videos are awesome.
Glad you think so!
*Hi Sir can you enlighten me with the main restrictions on the sub 249g and 249g and above drone restrictions which you mentioned. I have the Mavic Mini. I also have my Flyers ID which I got 3 years ago and also have an Operators ID as well. Please I need to know why and what will be difference when I’ll get an Air 2S regarding the distance and other restrictions…*
Great video that is such a good deal
Thank you
Amazing video
Thank you buddy
Thanks for the information, but can I ask, what will happen or what will it mean once the s2 becomes a legacy drone? Will that mean you will no longer be able to use it?
Many thanks,
Ryan.
It'll be flyable under A3 (far away from people) conditions.
been braking the law and flying close to buildings/people doing fpv and didnt even know it! thought registering and putting the ID on my drones was enough but seems not. glad i saw this video after looking for commercial drone license info. crazy coincidence that i just bought a air 2s off ebay used lol as i want to do paid work at events with it combined with my fpv drones. so does the a2 cofc let you fly commercial and get paid for work?
Need some insight please, looking at getting the mavic zoom 2 will I need to sit the A2 test or will it be a different test, thanks for any help 🙌
A2 cofc in uk it’s linked 😊
@@DMProductions all sorted and booked in 🥳 did have a issue with booking a date but logged off and on again and sorted it
Hey, thinking about this course, but is it valid for EU countries as well ?
hi i hope you are having a good day i was wondering if with an a2 cofc can i fly over public events or gatherings even if they have not agreed to it
No
So for the £99 is that oncluding the official certificate or is it just mock stuff thanks
Can't book an eaxm all thro Feb! Did you have a problem with a booking?
Its similar to a cscs /cpcs test , common sense regarding health and safety,
But with a drone instead of heavy machinery 😉
I want get plenty of use out of my mini 2 before spending more ££££
Is this the Flyers I.d and operators I.d Test? I couldn't hear it to well my hearing aid playing up
No this is the a2 course
@@DMProductions Thanks Darren
Me too, i.e UAVHub ☆, A2 CofC 100%. I, however, have an original Mavic Air, and a Parrot Anafi, which are both under 500g, so i can fly them in the same A1 air space (but not over people) as my Mini 2. Stay safe! Ian :-)
Yes very good point I was going to say this for people with the DJI spark but the video was getting too long
Does this include the air 2 Darren at the moment I'm living near a military Air base at I'm only flying the mini 2 yet I got the air 2 and it's hardly had any hours in the air so really interesting just hope it's easy because I've got a brain like a cif but I have got common sense 😁 definitely check this out nice one Darren 😁👍👌🇬🇧
Yes it includes that drone , it’s basically great for any drone over 250g ! Honestly legally I cannot show you but the mock tests are spot on, if you do then 10 times for examples, you will pass trust me
You don’t even need to do 10. 4-5 mocks. Questions are multiple choice. 30 in total takes about 6 mins for all of them.
I’m gonna do it ; it’s the only thing stopping me from getting the 2s so I’m gonna do it
Good luck it’s worth doing
I still never earned a single penny on flying my mini 3. I am going to get the A2 license so I can maybe sell my pilot services to someone else in the drone business because finding customers seems like impossible.
Just did mine, 9 minutes it takes
As you say it's only for 18 months, lot of money for a little time, once legacy what will it be worth to resale. I did my A2 with UAV hub can't recommend them enough.
You will still get around 600 for it once legacy . The new Air2S would launch around may/June 2022 so I would sell once that comes out and upgrade hopefully to a c stamped version.
I don't understand, you've obviously had your a2cofc for a long time now. and in previous videos told people not to buy thr air 2s drone as it had to many restrictions because of it's weight and to purchase the mini 2 but now your saying its great. I've also looked back over your past videos and just your thumbnails tell a story on there own, you seem love it one week and hate it the next..
Currently it’s a great time to get the a2 as it’s online and the price is a lot cheaper so never a better time. Since the Air2S has come out a lot of firmware updates have made the features better and it’s performing really well now. I still use and like both
@@DMProductions so you've only just done your a2cofc then ? A2cofc courses have been online for along time now infact probably a year it's not a new thing but I guess you would know that as you said you had yours for ages. Also just asking people if they mind you flying doesn't make them involved it makes them aware. Personally I think everyone should have some proper qualifications and liability insurance regardless of what drone you fly as its going to be a majority of smaller less restricted drones that those operators don't really give 2 hoots about laws or restrictions and then make it harder for the drone community to carry on.
with the a2cofc can you do paid work?
Yes you will need commercial insurance tho for any drone where you are paid by clients , so worth it tho
Nice
Thank you 😊
How about showing us a syllabus for the qualification?
Lack of such information seems to be where the money lies!
Does anyone know ow what happens next because the exam proctor just legged it as soon as my results came up and I said a finished
You should get an email with licence number etc
Please do EU as well!!!
Sure will do
@@DMProductions wow good morning, too early in the UK now!😁
@@GeorgeFoxCinematography tell me about it lol
Darren check drone it out as well and mate if you need someone to do Australia's one and info iv got a bit of time this week so if you want some help with it just hit me up peace mate cool vid too
Awesome thank you I’ll be in touch
I have mini 1 so no need for test
Is this info still valid in 2024?
UAV hub has it advertised atm for £79 for this month 👍
£79 sale goes live last week of July 👍
Awesome even better
@@DMProductions I've signed up to do it, for that price it's literally a no brainer 👍
Yes it’s spot on, let me know how you get on
@@DMProductions will do mate 👍
Won't you be back to square 1 in a couple of Yr though.
No it last 5 years
You are right Scott Currently the CAA are saying there will be no retrospective re-classification of current drones so the S2 Will have to be flown in the A3 category it will be classed as a legacy drone… along with anything over 250g… currently there is no C classed drones for sale.. and DJI i’ve gone very quiet about retrospective classifications of old drones as that’s up to the CAA and they hate drones 🤣
Yes that’s true but I mentioned I’ll get 18months of this then sell and upgrade to the next air series with c2 stamp, thus allowing me to get the best re-sell value for it before depreciation
And to be honest Darren none of us know what’s going to happen to this last set of drones So they only really need to firmware update for c2 compliance but like you have said we get a year and a half and if you’re working with it to make money it will be time to move on to the next thing and it’s a good excuse for the Mavic 3 🤣🤣🤣🤣 Cannot wait
Great video, thanks!
Maybe not such a good idea to admit that you "abuse it horrendously" in the same video where you also say that you sell the drone when updating. ;-)
I would like the A2 cofc
But in a couple of years the dji mini 5 will have all the spec
Or fly under article 16…
But not commercially
@@gimbalair yep or active track
Yes article 16 I cannot use active track which I what I use the most on the DJI Air2S and I cannot make money from the flights so for me article 16 is no good
@@DMProductions any plans to do any more Orlando vlogs when we can go?
Yes sure I have loads of us plans when I can go
80 quid!! .... you must be joking
I just don’t care fuck registration shit I’ll just fly.