Certified Drone Operator Program

Certification Overview

The FI Tech Certified Drone Operator program is the gold standard for professional drone pilots in Saudi Arabia. This intensive 2-day program prepares you for commercial operations across all industries.

What’s Included

• 16 hours of comprehensive training
• Written examination with official certification
• Practical flight assessment with certified examiner
• Digital certificate for professional profiles
• Industry recognition across Saudi Arabia

Certification Requirements

To earn your certificate, you must:

1. Complete all 12 curriculum modules
2. Pass the written exam (85% minimum)
3. Successfully complete the practical flight test
4. Demonstrate proficiency in emergency procedures
5. Have logged at least 10 supervised flight hours

Career Impact

Certified operators are eligible for:

• Higher-paying commercial drone positions
• Government contract work
• Insurance coverage for commercial operations
• Advanced specialization programs

Prerequisites

• Completion of “Drone Fundamentals” course or equivalent experience
• Minimum 5 hours flight time (logged)
• Valid ID and background check clearance

Recertification

Certification is valid for 2 years. Recertification requires:

• 50+ logged flight hours
• Refresher course completion
• Updated written exam