Applications for Commercial UAV-1 Pilot Training Have Begun

Date: January 21-25, 2026

Location: Konya Food and Agriculture University

As part of the Commercial UAV-1 Pilot Training organized by Konya Food and Agriculture University, trainees will have the opportunity to obtain a Commercial UAV Pilot License authorized by the General Directorate of Civil Aviation (SHGM).

Training is limited to a certain number of participants. Candidates wishing to participate in the program must complete their applications at the following address:

Registration Address:

gidatarim.edu.tr/ticari-iha-pilotu-egitimi-kayit-formu

* Our SHGM-approved UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle)-1 Commercial Pilot Training consists of face-to-face theoretical training, one-on-one simulator training, and one-on-one flight training.

* Our training is provided by SHGM-approved UAV pilot instructors who are experts in their field, in accordance with the Unmanned Aircraft Systems Instruction (SHT-UAV) curriculum. Our SHGM authorization code is TR-İHA-E-99.

* At the end of the training, the UAV-1 Commercial Pilot License Card, Certificate, and R/T Radio Communication Certificate will be issued. These certificates are valid in 193 countries that are members of the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO).

* With the UAV-1 Commercial Pilot License, you can fly UAVs weighing up to 25 kg.

* Class 1 UAV pilots must be at least 15 years old. (For those under 18 years of age, a letter of commitment must be drawn up and certified by a notary public by their legal representatives, stating that they accept any legal and criminal liability that may arise in the future.)

EDUCATION CONTENT:

- UAV Introduction

- Aviation Law and Responsibilities

- Aircraft, Flight Dynamics, and Flight Principles

- Meteorology

- ATC Procedures and Aviation Frequencies

- Navigation and Operations

- Controllable Systems

- Propulsion Systems

- Avionics Systems

- Maintenance and Repair

- One-on-One Flight Training with Simulator

- One-on-One Flight Training with UAV Class Aircraft

Training Dates: January 21-25, 2026

Training Start and End Times: Weekdays: 5:30 PM - 10:30 PM, Weekends: 10:00 AM - 7:00 PM

NOTES:

1-Attendance is mandatory in the Drone Piloting Certification Program.

2- KGTÜ reserves the right to make changes regarding training times, etc.

3- There is limited capacity. (If capacity is not reached, KGTÜ reserves the right to postpone or cancel the training.)

* Required documents for application and certification:

- Passport-sized photo

- Copy of ID card

- Class B Driver's License Medical Report (Appendix 7)

- Criminal Record (E-Government)

- Residence Certificate (E-Government)