Passing the CASA Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) examination is an important milestone for remote pilots looking to expand their operational capabilities. But passing an exam and planning a safe, effective BVLOS operation are two very different things.
That’s why Aviation Australia’s new Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) Training Program has been designed to go beyond simply teaching students what is needed for the exam.
Developed and delivered by experienced RPAS professionals, the course combines the theoretical knowledge required for the CASA BVLOS Outside Controlled Airspace (BVLOS OCTA) examination with practical operational thinking that helps pilots understand how BVLOS concepts are applied in real-world operations.
Many BVLOS training providers focus primarily on helping students achieve a passing exam result.
While Aviation Australia’s course prepares participants for the CASA BVLOS OCTA examination, it has been built around a broader objective: helping remote pilots understand how advanced drone operations are planned, assessed and conducted in practice.
Students don’t just learn the rules. They explore the operational context behind them, developing a deeper understanding of the planning, risk assessment and decision-making processes that underpin successful BVLOS operations.
According to Aviation Australia RPAS Instructor Joel Riffel, that practical focus is what sets the program apart.
“Launching our BVLOS training across Australia is an important step in preparing remote pilots for the next stage of uncrewed aviation.
The course is designed to give students the theoretical knowledge they need to prepare for the CASA BVLOS OCTA examination, but we also want them to leave with a much stronger understanding of how that knowledge is applied operationally.
Through realistic scenarios, students work through the planning, risk management and decision-making involved in complex BVLOS missions, including the application of SORA. That operational context is a really important part of the training and helps bridge the gap between knowing the theory and being ready to apply it in industry.
Delivered by experienced RPAS instructors and available online or in person, the course also makes this training more accessible to remote pilots across Australia.
For industry, that means developing capable, safety-focused pilots who are better prepared to support increasingly complex operations such as long-range inspection, logistics and other emerging BVLOS applications.
Ultimately, it supports Aviation Australia’s commitment to delivering accessible, high-quality training that prepares aviation professionals for where the industry is heading.”
Delivered by experienced RPAS instructors, the two-day program combines expert-led instruction with realistic operational scenarios that challenge students to think beyond textbook answers.
Participants work through the kinds of considerations that operators face when planning BVLOS missions, including:
This scenario-based approach helps participants connect theory with practical application, developing knowledge that remains valuable long after the examination is complete.
As uncrewed aviation continues to evolve, BVLOS operations are becoming increasingly important across industries including infrastructure inspection, agriculture, environmental monitoring, logistics and emergency response.
Operating beyond visual line of sight can significantly increase operational efficiency and data collection capability, but it also requires a higher level of planning and safety management.
The Aviation Australia BVLOS Training Program introduces participants to key concepts that support advanced RPAS operations, including:
These topics provide participants with a broader understanding of how BVLOS operations are assessed, approved and conducted within industry.
To make advanced RPAS training more accessible, Aviation Australia’s BVLOS program is available in two convenient delivery formats:
Both options provide direct access to experienced instructors and opportunities for interactive discussion and scenario-based learning.
For remote pilots looking to expand their capabilities, BVLOS qualifications represent more than an exam pass. They are an important step toward supporting increasingly sophisticated drone operations and future industry opportunities.
Aviation Australia’s BVLOS Training Program has been designed to help students prepare for the CASA BVLOS OCTA examination while also developing the operational mindset needed to apply that knowledge in the field.
With September to December 2026 course dates now available, now is the time to take the next step in your RPAS journey.
Learn more about Aviation Australia's Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) Training Program and enrol today.