Drone Training in Brisbane
Get your CASA-accredited drone licence at our Mansfield training centre. Online RePL from $999 — the cheapest pathway in Brisbane.
Why Train in Brisbane?
Brisbane is National Drones' home base. Our headquarters at 38 Devlan Street, Mansfield is purpose-built for drone training, with indoor classroom facilities and direct access to practical flying areas. Training at our home base means you get the most experienced instructors, the best equipment, and the lowest prices.
South-East Queensland's climate is ideal for drone training — warm, dry conditions and long daylight hours mean practical assessments rarely face weather delays. Brisbane also offers diverse airspace for training, from uncontrolled areas around Mansfield to controlled airspace near Brisbane Airport (YBBN), giving you real-world experience in the conditions you will encounter as a commercial pilot.
Home Base Advantage
Train at our headquarters with our most senior instructors and full equipment fleet.
Best Price Guarantee
Brisbane practicals are $999 inc GST — the lowest-price online RePL in Australia.
Ideal Climate
SEQ's subtropical climate means reliable conditions for practical flying assessments year-round.
Brisbane Drone Courses
Choose the training pathway that suits your goals.
Online RePL — Brisbane Practical
Self-paced online theory + 2-day practical in Mansfield. Study from home, then fly in Brisbane.
- ✓ Sub 7kg & sub 25kg multi-rotor
- ✓ AROC included
- ✓ Monthly practical dates
- ✓ Save $651 until June 2026
In-Person RePL — 5 Days
Fully in-person course at our Mansfield training centre. Complete theory and practical in one week.
- ✓ Sub 7kg & sub 25kg multi-rotor
- ✓ AROC included
- ✓ Fastest path to your licence
- ✓ Intensive hands-on format
Training Venue
National Drones Headquarters
38 Devlan StreetMansfield QLD 4122
By car: 15 minutes from Brisbane CBD via the Pacific Motorway (M3). Free on-site parking available.
By public transport: Bus routes along Wishart Road — 5-minute walk to the training centre.
From the airport: Brisbane Airport (BNE) is approximately 30 minutes by car. Airtrain to Central Station, then bus to Mansfield.
Brisbane Airspace
Brisbane is within controlled airspace managed by Brisbane Tower (YBBN). As part of your training, you will learn how to operate safely near controlled airspace, request CASA approvals, and communicate with Air Traffic Control using your AROC certification.
Our Mansfield training site is located outside the core controlled zone, providing ideal conditions for practical assessments while giving you hands-on experience with real-world airspace planning.
Brisbane Practical Dates
Start your online theory anytime. Book a practical date that suits your schedule.
Brisbane38 Devlan St, Mansfield
14–15 April 2026
$999 inc GSTLimited time offer — save $651
Brisbane38 Devlan St, Mansfield
12–13 May 2026
$999 inc GSTLimited time offer — save $651
MelbourneMelbourne metropolitan area — exact venue confirmed on enrolment
26–27 May 2026
Brisbane38 Devlan St, Mansfield
9–10 June 2026
$999 inc GSTLimited time offer — save $651
MelbourneMelbourne metropolitan area — exact venue confirmed on enrolment
23–24 June 2026
Brisbane38 Devlan St, Mansfield
14–15 July 2026
MelbourneMelbourne metropolitan area — exact venue confirmed on enrolment
28–29 July 2026
Brisbane38 Devlan St, Mansfield
11–12 August 2026
MelbourneMelbourne metropolitan area — exact venue confirmed on enrolment
25–26 August 2026
Brisbane38 Devlan St, Mansfield
8–9 September 2026
Frequently Asked Questions
- Where is the Brisbane drone training held?
- Practical assessments are held at our training centre at 38 Devlan Street, Mansfield QLD 4122. This is National Drones' headquarters, located approximately 15 minutes south of Brisbane CBD with free on-site parking.
- How much does a drone licence cost in Brisbane?
- The Online RePL with a Brisbane practical is currently $999 inc GST (normally $1,650) until June 2026 — saving you $651. This is the cheapest RePL option in Brisbane. The in-person 5-day RePL is $2,400 + GST.
- How often are Brisbane practical dates available?
- We run practical assessment sessions monthly in Brisbane, with 2-day blocks scheduled from Monday to Tuesday. You can start your online theory at any time and book the Brisbane practical session that suits your schedule.
- Can I fly drones commercially in Brisbane without a licence?
- No. CASA requires a Remote Pilot Licence (RePL) for any commercial drone operation in Australia, including Brisbane. Brisbane falls within controlled airspace (Brisbane Airport — YBBN), so an AROC (Aeronautical Radio Operator Certificate) is also essential for many operations. Both are included in our RePL courses.
- Is there parking at the Brisbane training venue?
- Yes. Free on-site parking is available at 38 Devlan Street, Mansfield. The venue is also accessible by public transport — the nearest bus stop is on Wishart Road, a 5-minute walk from the training centre.
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