UDH Group’s mission is to create an ecosystem that supports the requirements of corporate clients, Government and Industry professional and enables the growth of the industry as a whole. Their focus is the African Continent and as the market develops through the opening of airspace we aim to be part of the solution that enables professional and high-quality outcomes. The UDH Group is a group of commercial Drone companies focused on various aspects of the commercial Drone industry in Africa.
UDH Group active subsidiaries
Each of UDH Group subsidiaries is focused on a separate segment of the commercial drone market and is led by passionate professionals. They are an investment holding company with interest in the commercial drone space.
Drone Con
A collaborative effort to organize Africa’s largest annual Drone Conference – running since 2015. South Africa’s drone industry is rapidly expanding across all industries, including mining, agriculture, security, telecommunications, emergency response, wildlife protection, search and rescue and more!
Drone Con proudly hosts the largest annual drone conference in Africa, With over 40 speakers and an exciting offering of exhibitors. Presenting the perfect platform to learn from and network with drone professionals, as well as offering live drone demonstrations and regulatory workshops, DroneCon is the place to be for all drone enthusiasts and professionals.
Drone Con Networking
The conference is specifically crafted to allow for maximum networking time. Due to the diversity of topics and attendees, the following time slots have been allocated to allow for interaction with fellow delegates, as well as exhibitors.
Commercial drones
UDH Group can provide customers with purpose-driven drone systems to solve specific requirements.
Drone Ops
One of a few CAA licensed drone operating businesses and provider of licensed operations to they subsidiary companies. They offer their clients compliance in flight operations and hiring of drones as well as payloads to assist you in meeting your operational needs
Commercial drones
UDH Group can provide customers with purpose-driven drone systems to solve specific requirements.
Advanced Aerial
Professional Drone service provider, operating in multiple sectors such as mining, security, and industrial applications.
MotherShip Media
UDH Group’s Drone Media specific operation, providing services for the film and marketing industry.
RPAS Training Academy
Premium drone training facility run by passionate & highly-experienced aviation experts from all sectors of the industry.
They are a premium drone training facility run by passionate & highly-experienced aviation experts from all sectors of the industry. By offering exceptional customer service in a modern learning environment, they strive to build a reputation of superior training standards on a global scale.
Their objectives include educating and training newcomers in the drone industry, while assisting to facilitate employment opportunities throughout South Africa. Their drive and dedication is what sets us apart from the competition, which is demonstrated in each and every session that they have with their students.
BVLOS training
BVLOS rating requirements
- Be at least 18 years of age.
- Hold a valid Class 4 medical certificate.
- Hold a valid Remote pilot licence.
- Have successfully completed the theoretical and practical training.
- Pass BVLOS Skills Test
RPL renewal
Renewal (remote pilot license)
RPL Certified pilots are required to renew their RPL license every 24 months.
RPL renewal course
- Pilot update on latest SACAA amendments
- 1 Hour one on one flight instruction preparation
- DFE renewal check flight
