Drone Operations (RPA)
Saltwater Veterans Sailing Project (SVSP) utilises drones (Remotely Piloted Aircraft – RPA) to support operational oversight, safety monitoring, and media capture. All drone operations are conducted in accordance with CASA regulations.

Personnel operating drones for SVSP purposes must hold a valid RPA Operator Accreditation or higher qualificaiton. Accreditation is mandatory when flying for business or as part of SVSP duties for drones weighing:

• 250 g or less (micro RPA);
• More than 250 g up to 2 kg (very small RPA); or
• More than 2 kg up to 25 kg (small RPA), when operating over land owned or controlled by SVSP.

Obtaining RPA Operator Accreditation is:

• Free
• Online
• Valid for 3 years

Apply here: https://www.casa.gov.au/drones/operator-accreditation-certificate/get-or-renew-your-operator-accreditation#Operatoraccreditationrequirements

Once you’ve completed the training, please register here and upload a copy of your certificate.

All operations must be conducted safely, within regulatory limits, and with consideration to privacy, airspace, and surrounding people and vessels.