Why Nigerian Companies Used to Spend $25,000 Per Pilot (And How That’s Changing)
For years, there was only one way for a Nigerian company to get a properly certified drone pilot: send someone abroad. The drone pilot training cost in Nigeria wasn’t really a Nigerian cost at all. It was a foreign one, paid in dollars, with no local alternative. That story has changed. Here is what it […]
VLOS vs BVLOS: Which Drone Certification Do You Need?
So you want to fly drones professionally. The first real decision you’ll face is VLOS vs BVLOS. These two certifications sound similar, but they lead to very different careers. This guide breaks down what each one means, who they’re for, and how to choose the right starting point. What Does VLOS Mean? VLOS stands for […]
What Drone Operators Must Know about the NCAA Comprehensive Drone Compliance Guide for Nigeria
The Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA) has unveiled a comprehensive compliance guide for drone operations in Nigeria, cautioning that violators risk heavy fines, imprisonment, or seizure of equipment. The guidelines, developed in collaboration with the Nigerian Airspace Management Agency (NAMA) and security agencies, set out detailed procedures for individuals and organisations intending to operate unmanned […]
Nigeria’s First NCAA-Approved Drone Pilot Training Academy: ARCO Aviation Academy Pioneers a New Era in Unmanned Aviation
Nigeria’s First NCAA-Approved Drone Pilot Training Academy: ARCO Aviation Academy Pioneers a New Era in Unmanned Aviation Nigeria has a new aviation landmark. ARCO Aviation Academy (AAA), the training arm of ARCO Worldwide Services Limited, has officially launched as Nigeria’s first Nigerian Civil Aviation Authority (NCAA)-certified Approved Aviation Organisation (AAO) dedicated exclusively to drone pilot […]