🎓 DRONE PILOT TRAINING · BASTIA (2B) · €350–2,800 LA FORMATION
Drone drone pilot training in Bastia
Becoming a professional drone pilot requires mastering a dense European regulatory framework and genuine flying skill. Our courses cover the full journey: preparation for the online A1/A3 theory exam, the French BAPD certificate for sub-category A2, complete specific-category training (CATS theory plus practical STS-01/STS-02 scenario training with assessment and certificate), and trade modules — photogrammetry, thermography, technical inspection, FPV. Sessions alternate between classroom, simulator and a declared training field.
Our instructors are working drone pilots: real-world cases, the pitfalls of prefectural declarations and the actual preparation of a mission in controlled airspace are part of the syllabus alongside theory. Courses are eligible for French professional funding schemes (OPCO, France Travail depending on your file); individual sessions or small groups of 4 to 6 trainees, anywhere in France. Three months of post-course support (regulatory hotline, review of your first mission files) is included.
Free quote — drone pilot training in Bastia
Rates
€350–2,800 la formation — the range observed on the 2026 French market, including regulatory preparation, flight and delivery. The exact quote depends on the site, the deliverable and the airspace context in Bastia.
Common use cases
- Complete specific-category training (CATS theory + STS practical) to become a professional pilot
- Preparation for the A1/A3 theory exam and the French A2 certificate (BAPD)
- Upskilling in-house teams (construction, energy, local authorities)
- Trade module: photogrammetry, thermography or inspection
- Supervised FPV flying initiation on a dedicated field
- Support in launching a drone business (filings, operations manual, insurance)
The local context in Bastia
Corsica's leading port and the island's gateway, Bastia squeezes its amphitheatre-shaped old harbour between the Saint-Jean-Baptiste church and the Genoese citadel of Terra Nova; Saint-Nicolas square, the rooftops of Terra Vecchia and the Cap Corse road make up the rest of the scenery. Bastia-Poretta airport (LFKB) lies 16 km south in the plain, but its CTR runs up the coastline: checks are required for any flight south of the city. The commercial port, vital to the island's supply chain, is a sensitive site.
Bastia's economy rests on the port (France's leading international passenger port, serving Italy and the mainland), commerce, the Haute-Corse administration and food production (clementines, nearby Patrimonio wines). Typical drone missions: tourism imagery of Cap Corse and hilltop villages, real estate, port and urban construction monitoring, events.
Applicable regulations
The French regulatory path in 2026 works as follows: for the open category, free online A1/A3 training and exam on the DGAC platform (via AlphaTango), supplemented for A2 by declared practical self-training and the French theory exam (BAPD). For the specific category (built-up areas, beyond visual line of sight, STS scenarios), the pilot must pass the CATS theory certificate (exam at a DGAC centre) then complete practical training with a recognised entity issuing the completion certificate; the operator declares its STS scenarios and maintains an operations manual. Every operator — even recreational, from 800 g or with a camera — registers on AlphaTango. Our training fields are declared and our practical courses aligned with European scenario requirements.
Frequently asked questions
How long does it take to become a professional drone pilot?
Allow 5 to 10 days of training: 2 to 3 weeks of CATS theory preparation (often remote), then 3 to 5 days of practical STS work in the field. Many trainees are operational within a month, operator filings included.
Can the course be funded by French professional schemes?
Yes: our organisation is Qualiopi-certified, the prerequisite for OPCO funding, company training plans and France Travail support. We provide the quote, syllabus and agreement for your application.
Do I need to own a drone before training?
No: training drones (and the simulator) are provided throughout the course. We then advise you on buying a machine suited to your business and its European class (C0 to C6).
Can this service be flown anywhere in Bastia?
Almost: CTR de l'aéroport de Bastia-Poretta (LFKB) au sud; Emprise du port de commerce. Depending on the exact location, the pilot picks the right framework (open or specific category) and files the required declarations — included in the quote.
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