Drone Training in Brisbane
Get your CASA-accredited drone licence through blended training, with local classroom theory and practical flying at Mansfield. From $1,250 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
The Brisbane Blended RePL Course is $1,250 inc GST — National Drones' lowest advertised RePL price.
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.
Blended RePL Course — Brisbane
Self-paced preparation, live online theory, local classroom theory, and practical flying and assessment.
- ✓ Sub 7kg & sub 25kg multi-rotor
- ✓ AROC included
- ✓ Three scheduled training days
- ✓ Save $400 compared with standard blended-course pricing
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 Blended-Course Dates
Dates shown cover Days 2–3: local classroom theory and practical flying. Live online Day 1 is confirmed with enrolment.
Brisbane38 Devlan St, Mansfield
11–12 August 2026
$1,250 inc GSTBrisbane price — save $400
SydneySydney metropolitan area — exact venue confirmed on enrolment
11–12 August 2026
MelbourneMelbourne metropolitan area — exact venue confirmed on enrolment
25–26 August 2026
Brisbane38 Devlan St, Mansfield
8–9 September 2026
$1,250 inc GSTBrisbane price — save $400
SydneySydney metropolitan area — exact venue confirmed on enrolment
8–9 September 2026
Brisbane38 Devlan St, Mansfield
13–14 October 2026
$1,250 inc GSTBrisbane price — save $400
SydneySydney metropolitan area — exact venue confirmed on enrolment
13–14 October 2026
Brisbane38 Devlan St, Mansfield
10–11 November 2026
$1,250 inc GSTBrisbane price — save $400
SydneySydney metropolitan area — exact venue confirmed on enrolment
10–11 November 2026
Brisbane38 Devlan St, Mansfield
8–9 December 2026
$1,250 inc GSTBrisbane price — save $400
SydneySydney metropolitan area — exact venue confirmed on enrolment
8–9 December 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 Blended RePL Course with Brisbane classroom and practical training is currently $1,250 inc GST, saving you $400 against the standard $1,650 blended-course price. This remains the lowest advertised RePL option in Brisbane. The in-person 5-day RePL is $2,400 + GST.
- How often are Brisbane blended-course dates available?
- We run local classroom and practical training blocks monthly in Brisbane. These cover Days 2 and 3 of the Blended RePL Course; your live online Day 1 timetable is confirmed with enrolment.
- 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.
Ready to start your drone training?
Choose an upcoming RePL course, start the blended pathway, or talk to us about practical training for your team.
Theory gets you prepared; CASA-approved training, practical flying and assessment complete the licence pathway.