If you intend to operate drones commercially outside the excluded category, you will require a Remote Operator Certificate (ReOC).
The ReOC is issued by CASA and allows an organisation to:
Uncrewed Approvals specialises in guiding operators through the ReOC process efficiently, correctly, and with long-term operational capability in mind.
A Remote Operator Certificate (ReOC) — formally a Remotely Piloted Aircraft Operator’s Certificate — is an organisational approval issued by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority that authorises a business to conduct commercial drone operations under an approved operational framework.
It is not just a certificate — it is a complete operational system, including:
You will generally require a ReOC if you intend to:
If you are currently operating under the excluded category, the ReOC is the next step to unlock capability and reduce operational limitations.
A ReOC enables you to move beyond basic operations and into controlled, scalable, and commercially viable activities, including:
We manage the process end-to-end, ensuring compliance and reducing delays.
We assess your intended operations, business model, and aircraft.
We build your operational framework:
We prepare:
We prepare you for:
Application is submitted through our CASA delegate process.
Once approved, your ReOC is issued and your operation is ready to commence.
Your ReOC package is not just approval — it is a complete operational system ready for real-world use:
We are not a consultant working from theory — we are directly embedded in the regulatory system.
We don’t just help you get approved — we help you set your operation up properly from day one.
Once you hold a ReOC, your operation will evolve.
We support:
The ReOC is the foundation for more advanced capability.
From here, operators typically progress into:
We provide a structured pathway to support that progression.
Timeframes vary depending on readiness and scope, but a structured approach significantly reduces delays. Most applications are processed with 14 days. We have done several in under 24 hours.
Yes. A suitably qualified Chief Remote Pilot is a mandatory requirement.
Yes — this is one of the most common pathways. Obtaining a ReOC is the logical progression from excluded category operations as it automatically allows operations to within 15m of consented people and night operations as standard.
Yes. We prepare candidates for both the scenario and interview components. The resources section of our website has learning materials and an online CRP quiz .
If you are ready to operate professionally and build capability beyond basic operations, we can guide you through the process.
