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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very pleased to receive the GVC and A2 CofC qualifications from UAV8. The instruction was great with good resources and ample time to practice flying. A wealth of knowledge was brought by the instruct... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

As always Baz, Nick, Mark, Russ and Ian delivered two fantastic fixed wing training days for us at Network Rail. They have now enabled us to expand our arsenal of capability. Many thanks and see y... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Times may be different but the training given by the whole UAV8 team yet again was faultless - truly a relaxed, informative and successful time - if you need UAV guidance / training then you'll not go... See more

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I researched many options to obtain my CofC A2 certification and decided to go with UAV8 because of there reviews, and now completed and passed I can see why. Who better to teach any potential drone... See more

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The UKs leading CAA approved drone pilot training provider. With an unequalled aviation pedigree and provenance UAV8 Ltd are at the very top pf the game. Drone pilot training for the Permission for Commercial Operations licence. Aerial work and consultation service. Guaranteed pass with a money back guarantee 0800 085 6885


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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fantastic tuition. Very knowledgeable instructors.

Very pleased to receive the GVC and A2 CofC qualifications from UAV8. The instruction was great with good resources and ample time to practice flying. A wealth of knowledge was brought by the instructors and all questions were answered on the day. A follow up email after the course included helpful links and resources for newly qualified pilots to use. Highly recommended.

May 26, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

UAV8 are a top company always very…

UAV8 are a top company always very supportive and helpful I would recommend them to anyone considering become at drone pilot I only did my A2 today but there practical course is also excellent 😁

February 28, 2026
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Grant

Thank you for your kind review. We really appreciate your recommendation to others.
Many thanks.

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Nick

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Drone course with UAV8

Drone course with UAV8 - always wanted to be more proficient with drone flying, UAV8 under Nick's tutorship made it straightforward and not the 'crash' course I was fearing. Walked me through the training and then onto the test which I was comfortable with. Highly recommended........

July 12, 2025
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Richard

Thank you for taking time to write your kind review and for your recommendation.

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Nick

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great one-to-one training

Great one-to-one training with Bas and Wez at UAV8. Very thorough and answered any questions that we had. Would happily recommend them to anyone considering training on how to fly drones safely and effectively. Very professional.

May 9, 2025
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Stewart

Thank you for your kind review and recommendation, we greatly appreciate it.

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Nick

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

An amazing course run by two people that genuinely care about the safety of drones.

An amazing course run by two people that genuinely care about the safety of drones. Baz was incredible and stopped for questions, stopped to recap and gave revision questions throughout. Nick was just as kind and was overseeing the exam I took, talked me through everything and was so calming. Couldn't have asked for a better company and will be recommending and preaching.

April 10, 2025
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Josh

Thank you for taking time in writing such a kind review, we really appreciate your recommendation too.

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Nick

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Straightforward and informative A2 drone exam

Carried out my A2 drone course today, and the team was amazing. Baz was incredibly informative with some great knowledge of which helped with the final exam. Nick was then there to assist me before and after the exam making it a really straightforward process.

I then received my results and certificate immediately after completion

Would highly recommend to anyone

March 29, 2025
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Adam
Thank you for your kind review and recommendation it is greatly appreciated.
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Nick

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I attended the UAV8 Limited drone…

I attended the UAV8 Limited drone training course in Ipswich in 2018, and it was an unforgettable experience! The course was incredibly well-organized, and my trainer, Barry, was outstanding. His expertise, patience, and ability to explain complex topics in a simple way made the learning process both enjoyable and highly effective.

One of the best parts of the course was the sense of community. I made so many great friends during the training, and the collaborative environment added so much value to the experience. It wasn’t just about learning; it was about building connections with like-minded individuals who were just as passionate about drones.

I came away from the course with a deep understanding of drone operation and safety, along with memories I’ll cherish forever. I can’t recommend UAV8 Limited highly enough—it’s a top-tier training provider that truly goes above and beyond! If you’re considering a course, this is the one to choose. 😊

March 27, 2024
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Makesh
Thank you for spending time writing your comprehensive review. The team appreciate your kind words and are glad you enjoyed the learning experience. We really appreciate your recommendation too.
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Nick

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Highly recommended UAS Remote Pilot A2 CofC Course

Nick and Baz were both great instructors, the course was relaxed but very informative and well paced, they were more than happy to take questions, to repeat slides, and to explain the information again to ensure we understood the information. The content was well selected to meet the requirements of the qualification and the explanatory anecdotes were interesting and very relevant. The exam format was very relaxed and efficient, with immediate debrief and confirmation of the award of the A2 CofC qualification. Highly recommended for a very well structured and informative course with ace instructors. Thanks guys for an enjoyable course!

June 15, 2024
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Shaun

Thank you for your kind review. We really appreciate your description of the team and the course and are grateful for your recommendation. We are glad you enjoyed the whole experience with us.

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Nick

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First class training delivered timely and concisely

Very pleased with the service provided by UAV8.
Information and exams: Communication was very clear, precise and delivered in a warm and friendly manner, by Baz.
Practical flying instructed by Russ who had me flying safely within minutes. Enjoyed a variety of drones and technology.
I would happily recommend UAV8 to anyone serious wanting to fly drones safely and legally. Five Stars all the way.

June 10, 2024
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Thank you Steve for taking the time to write your kind review. We greatly appreciate your recommendation and glad you are pleased and enjoyed the service and training with us.
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Nick

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

First Class Drone Training

I recently completed their Drone Flying Training and A2 CoC courses which were first class. Both courses were supposed to have been completed at the same time but due to weather and my time schedule had to be postponed a couple times. However, they were both accommodated very easily, with the first part of they A2 CoC being cover 1-to-1 over Zoom. Once the weather improved for the dates I was available I was then able to do the second part, which was not only great fun but conducted in a very professional manner, which you would only expect from ex military personnel. I have no problem at all in recommending Barry, Nick and their team (particularly Russ who did my flying part). If I decide to do my GVC I will definitely be using them again.

May 5, 2024
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Colin

Thank you for your kind and comprehensive review. We greatly appreciate your recommendation and look forward to seeing you again if you decide to do your GVC.

Kindest regards
Nick

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant Training!

I really enjoyed my training experience at this academy. The information provided was amazing and very interesting. I must also praise the dedication of my instructor, who was remarkably attentive and open to all questions throughout the training. I would not hesitate to sign up for the next flight course. Thank you so much.

April 27, 2024
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Franco

Thank you for your kind review and we are so glad you enjoyed the training experience. We look forward to welcoming you back in future.

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Nick

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The UAV8 Drone Course is Exceptional

UAV8 offer an excellent service. The team have a wealth of knowledge but also know how to communicate it clearly. Great people, great course and I can thoroughly recommend it for anyone want to get into drone flying or get their A2 CofC or GVC quickly and efficiently.

April 30, 2024
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Thank you for your kind review and recommendation. We're so glad you thought the course was great, run by great people.

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Nick

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Supportive and knowledgeable trainers

I recently attended a one day course with Baz and Russ. As well as the theory around regulation and best practice, there was plenty of time for practical hands on experience both in terms of planning drone flights online as well as having the opportunity to fly the drones. I was quite apprehensive about flying a drone for the first time, but the level of support improved my confidence significantly in a short amount of time. We discussed how we planned to use drones in our workplace and the various options in terms of capability. I would thoroughly recommend UAV8, they clearly have plenty of experience in training and knowledgeable about the breadth of drones available.

April 3, 2024
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Jennie

Thank you for your kind review and recommendation. We're so glad that your confidence improved significantly during the day.

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Nick

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Never flown a Drone before.

Being an ex-forces myself I found that the barriers were already down. Barry and Russ are highly knowledgeable and highly experienced instructors. I found the whole experience with them both a Joy and a pleasure. There was no pressure and as stated in their Joining Instructions ask as many questions as you like. I Would highly recommend them to my friends and colleagues.

April 4, 2024
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Paul

Thank you for taking time to write your kind review and for your recommendation.

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Nick

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Very enjoyable course

Very enjoyable course
Instructors were very approachable and knowledgeable
Learnt a lot from them and look forward to more courses with you
Again many thanks

March 5, 2024
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Thank you for writing your kind review and we are glad you enjoyed the course. We look forward to you joining more courses with us in future.

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Nick

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

UAV8 DRONE TRAINING

Had a training course last week in coychurch with baz nick and russ, brilliant course with masses amounts of knowledge and experience from the tutors. I left the course with confidence to go fly the drones. Would recommend this course with UAV8 to anybody.

February 21, 2024
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Andrew
Thank you for your kind review and recommendation to others, we really appreciate it.
Kindest regards
Nick

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I came to the course with no experience of drones

I came to the course with no experience in flying drones what so ever. Baz, Nic & Russ were great instructors, and I learnt a lot in the time frame we had with them. I now feel fully confident to go out and fly independently and use the drone to the best of its ability.

February 23, 2024
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Olly
We’re glad you learnt a lot and are now confident to go out and fly. Thank you for your kind review.
Kindest regards
Nick

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

3 day Drone course Coychurch

Spent a full 3 days with BAZ,NICK and RUSS and I really enjoyed ,they were very helpful ,extremely knowledgeable in their field and covered everything I needed to know plus much more throughout the course and I came away from it feeling very confident for when i get fly on my own.THANK YOU

February 21, 2024
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Wayne
It was a pleasure meeting you and training you and the team. Thank you for taking the time to write your kind review.
Kindest regards
Nick

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

The trainers were absolutly fantantisc

The trainers were absolutly fantantisc, their knowledge and experiance is second to non. The instructions given were very clear and never once was we spoken down to. A credit to their company and thoroughly nice people.

February 19, 2024
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Michael
Thank you for your kind review. It was a pleasure instructing you and your team.
Kindest regards
Nick

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