01 / Representation
A voice in the industry
Keep connected to the conversations between drone professionals, regulators and government, and contribute your experience through the association.
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Our partners · ARPAS-UK
ARPAS-UK
The UK Drone Association
Membership connects you with the wider industry, providing opportunities to raise your professional profile, network and have a voice in the commercial / industrial sector’s future.
Raise your industry profile
Increase your visibility across the UK drone sector
10% off for Drone Assisted pilots
Registered pilots can claim 10% off their first year, with details inside the pilot portal
A voice in the sector
ARPAS-UK represents members with regulators, government and industry stakeholders
Meet ARPAS-UK
The collective voice of the commercial drone industry
Founded in 2013, ARPAS-UK is the UK’s non profit trade association representing the professional drone industry.
Bringing together commercial operators, manufacturers, technology providers, academia and end users, the association works with regulators, government and industry stakeholders to support proportionate regulation, wider drone adoption and sustainable industry growth.
Membership connects you with the wider industry, providing opportunities to raise your professional profile, share expertise, network and contribute to the sector’s future.
Get to know ARPAS-UK
Professional support, throughout the year
More behind your next flight.
Explore the membership benefits and resources that fit the way you work.
02 / Knowledge
Stay informed
Find operational resources and follow developments that matter to your work, with member updates and access to member only content.
Drone operations resources03 / Community
Find your people
Connect through industry events, webinars and the member community. Share experience with people working across the drone sector.
Explore events and webinars04 / Specialist interests
Go deeper in your field
Explore Special Interest Groups covering areas such as regulation, BVLOS and asset inspection, with opportunities to exchange knowledge and contribute.
Find a Special Interest Group05 / Practical value
Support your operation
ARPAS-UK Advantage brings together member offers on services such as software, training, insurance and equipment. Check each provider’s current terms.
Discover ARPAS-UK Advantage06 / Business connections
Develop your presence
Eligible organisational memberships include a directory presence and opportunities to share expertise. Benefits vary by membership category.
Compare membership optionsMembership benefits are provided by ARPAS-UK and depend on the membership category selected. Please visit the ARPAS-UK website for further information.
Your next step. With a little less cost.
From A2 CofC pilots (£75/year) to those with advanced qualifications and larger teams, ARPAS-UK offers membership options to suit your professional activities.
How to claim your 10% discount
- Sign in to your Drone Assisted pilot account, or register as a pilot if you have not joined yet. The offer is only available to registered Drone Assisted pilots.
- Open the Pilot Offers section in your pilot portal.
- Follow the redemption instructions shown there to claim the saving on your first year of membership.
Not a Drone Assisted pilot yet? See all pilot offers and join the network to unlock this saving.
Drone Assisted operators who are not currently ARPAS-UK members will be eligible for a one off 10% discount on their first year of ARPAS-UK Commercial Operator membership.
10%
Off your first year of membership
Pay annually. Stay connected all year.
Clear benefits. Clear next steps.
Your questions, answered.
What membership with ARPAS-UK gives you, and how to take the next step.
Who gets the 10% membership discount?
Registered Drone Assisted pilots who are not currently ARPAS-UK members are eligible for a one off 10% discount on their first year of ARPAS-UK Commercial Operator membership. Sign in to your pilot account and open Pilot Offers to see how to claim the saving.
Does membership guarantee approval or work?
No. Drone Assisted assesses pilot applications and matches work to the requirements of each assignment. Demand, location, equipment, experience and availability affect opportunities. Read the pilot guide for the network’s requirements.
Does ARPAS-UK membership replace operating requirements?
Membership is separate from the registration, insurance, competency and permissions required for an assignment. Read the Drone Assisted pilot guide and check the requirements relevant to the work you intend to undertake.
I need a drone pilot for a project. Where do I start?
Get a quote and book through Drone Assisted. Suitable standard assignments can be quoted and booked online; complex or bespoke work is reviewed before a tailored price is confirmed.
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Build your connections. Explore your potential.
Find the professional support and commercial opportunities that fit the way you fly.