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Newcastle & Hunter Region drone training — CASA-approved RePL, ReOC and AROC drone licence courses for agriculture and infrastructure inspection.
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Register Interest“ACE Aviation serves the Hunter Region and surrounds with the same industry-leading drone training that has produced 4,000+ graduates nationwide. Get your RePL or ReOC in Newcastle and fly commercially with confidence.”
Newcastle and Hunter Valley area — venue confirmed upon enrolment
Transparent, all-inclusive pricing for Newcastle students — the same package prices nationwide.
Psst — enrol online yourself on Silver, Gold & Platinum and we send you $100 cash back after enrolment.
Commercial pilots
Starting a drone business
Advanced / enterprise operators
Getting licensed is just step one. ACE graduates get exclusive access to DroneWork — our platform connecting qualified pilots directly with paid commercial tasks and employers across Australia.
Reserve your seat at an upcoming CASA-approved training intake in Newcastle. Dates update live from our student portal.
We don't have public Newcastle dates listed right now. Speak to an advisor or browse the national calendar to find the next available intake.
Tell us what you're interested in and an ACE course advisor will call you back with Newcastle dates, pricing and the right pathway for your goals.
We deliver practical flight days at approved training sites across Newcastle and New South Wales, combined with online theory you can complete from anywhere. Your exact meeting point within these training areas is confirmed on enrolment.
Curious what a commercial drone licence could be worth in Newcastle? Our free Drone Income Calculator, powered by data from OpenAI, gives you an indicative estimate of potential monthly and annual income based on your inputs — plus the recommended ACE training pathway, licence and compliance gaps, and the best drone industries across New South Wales. Estimates are indicative and depend on market demand.
Income estimates are indicative only and depend on licensing, compliance, experience, equipment, location, marketing and market demand. This is not financial advice and does not guarantee income or employment.
Ready to go beyond your licence? Newcastle students can add advanced, industry-specific training that turns a drone qualification into a career.
AgricultureMedium-category agricultural spraying, spreading and mapping on the XAG P150 MAX.
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IndustrialLaunch a high-access drone-cleaning business on the Joyance JTC30.
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AccreditedA nationally recognised qualification that sets you apart in commercial aviation.
Explore this programReal operational experience, genuine support and nationally recognised qualifications — not just a certificate.
Start your trainingNationally recognised training and assessment across RPA categories up to sub-150kg.
Our courses fill fast — secure your spot early to lock in your preferred dates.
Learn from instructors with extensive aviation backgrounds — engineers and working subject-matter experts from the industry.
Study theory online at your own pace and fit practical flight days around your life.
Built around real work — connect to genuine drone jobs through DroneWork.
Spread the cost with flexible, interest-friendly payment plans and no hidden fees.
"Nothing is too hard for these guys. Great team, very helpful. Working hard to get you the knowledge to get your drone licence whether it be your RePL or ReOC. The education team is helpful throughout your journey."
"Awesome company and the delivery of training is excellent. Wonderful, understanding trainers and support. Always available to answer questions and help."
"I was searching for a licence to pilot a very specific, uncommon type of drone. The guys at ACE were the only company who knew what I was talking about and explained the whole process clearly and with knowledge."
"Completed my RePL with ACE and landed my first agricultural contract within three weeks of graduating. The XAG training was invaluable — no other school offers anything close to that level of practical experience."
"I came in with zero aviation background. The instructors broke everything down into plain English and never made me feel behind. Passed first attempt and I'm now doing survey work for a major construction firm in Queensland."
"The DroneWork platform alone is worth the course fee. Had three job offers within a month of completing my Gold package. ACE genuinely invests in your career beyond just the licence."
Search instant answers on RePL & ReOC licences, XAG agricultural drones, CASA rules and drone careers — all in one place.
Check upcoming Newcastle course dates and secure your spot today.