Description
Protect your RPAS operation, personnel, equipment and sensitive information against security threats and acts of unlawful interference.
This online course is specifically designed for personnel involved in Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) operations. It provides essential knowledge of general aviation-security principles and the security responsibilities associated with operating, supporting and protecting RPAS activities.
Course duration: Approximately 4 hours
Delivery method: Online
Pass mark: 80%
Certificate: Issued upon successful completion
What You Will Learn
By the end of this course, learners will be able to recognise, report and respond appropriately to security-related incidents affecting RPAS operations.
The course covers:
- General aviation-security principles and responsibilities.
- Recognition of potential acts of unlawful interference.
- Protection of RPAS aircraft, equipment and operational facilities.
- Prevention of unauthorised access to RPAS systems.
- Response to suspected interference with RPAS operations.
- Command-and-control and data-link security breaches.
- Protection of operational information and sensitive data.
- Security considerations relating to hazardous or dangerous payloads.
- Organisational reporting and incident-escalation procedures.
- Recognition and reporting of suspicious persons, objects, activities and circumstances.
Who Should Complete This Course?
This course is suitable for:
- Remote pilots.
- RPAS instructors and examiners.
- RPAS operators and operational personnel.
- Safety and security personnel.
- Maintenance and technical personnel.
- Flight operations and ground-support personnel.
- Personnel responsible for storing or transporting RPAS equipment.
- Personnel involved in handling hazardous or dangerous payloads.
- Managers and supervisors responsible for RPAS compliance.
- Any personnel requiring aviation-security awareness as part of their duties.
Assessment and Certification
The course consists of online learning material, knowledge checks and a formal final examination.
Learners must achieve a minimum pass mark of 80% to complete the course successfully. Upon successful completion, learners will receive an Aviation Security Awareness for RPAS Operations Certificate.
Important Technical Requirements
This course requires the Google Chrome web browser, a functioning webcam and a microphone. The final examination is proctored in accordance with SACAA requirements.
Please complete the final examination using a desktop or laptop computer, as the required Google Chrome extensions are not supported on mobile phones or tablets.
Before attempting the final examination, please ensure that:
- Google Chrome is installed on your computer.
- Your webcam and microphone are enabled and functioning correctly.
- You have a stable internet connection.
- You are completing the examination on a desktop or laptop computer.
