What should you do if your A1/A3 certificate of competence expires at the end of the year?

Why the A2 remote pilot certificate is now the most sensible alternative!

Numerous A1/A3 certificates of competence are expiring at the end of the year – and many remote pilots are facing the challenge of what to do next. As it is currently still unclear how an official extension will be regulated, it is worth looking at alternatives that not only provide legal certainty but also open up new operational opportunities.

A particularly attractive option is to obtain the A2 remote pilot certificate via our online exam – including an exclusive 30% discount. This solution not only offers a higher-value EU certificate, but also extends the existing A1/A3 certificate of competency – completely digitally, flexibly, and at a discounted price.

A2 as the next logical step for drone pilots

The A1/A3 certificate of competence is essential for many drone operations. However, when it expires and renewal has not yet been clarified, uncertainty can quickly arise.

With the A2 remote pilot certificate , remote pilots opt for a qualification that:

  • automatically renews the existing A1/A3 certificate,

  • opens up new operational and spatial applications and

  • offers long-term planning security.

Companies in particular benefit from building up legally compliant and expanded expertise within their teams at an early stage.

A2 Online Exam – Learn flexibly and take the exam from the comfort of your own home!

The A2 exam is conducted entirely online and can be taken conveniently from home or work.

Your advantages:

  • Higher competency class (A2): Allows closer approach to uninvolved persons, thereby significantly expanding the range of applications for UAS.
  • Automatic renewal of A1/A3 competency certification: No uncertainty, no interruption to your work activities.
  • 5-year validity: Long-term security for private and professional operations.
  • Flexible online exam: No appointment necessary, ready to start anytime.
  • 30% discount: Use the code SAVE30A1-3 to pay only €66.50 instead of €95 (valid until December 31, 2025).

This combination of higher-level qualifications and discounts makes now a particularly attractive time to enroll.

Who is the A2 remote pilot certificate suitable for?

The A2 drone license is ideal for:

  • Drone pilots whose A1/A3 certification is about to expire

  • Companies using UAVs for technical documentation, inspection, or operational support

  • Authorities, emergency services, and service providers

  • Surveying, safety, and industrial sectors

  • Anyone who wants to increase their flexibility in the workplace

Particularly in professional environments, the A2 certificate is an important step toward greater freedom of action in urban and semi-urban areas.

Get your discount and get started right away

With our exclusive discount code SAVE30A1-3, you can take the online exam at a special price of €66.50— and be fully prepared for upcoming assignments.

More News

Back
Next

Invitation to the next free DRONIQlive on January 29, 2026

The drone market in 2025/2026: Much progress has been made, but key questions remain unanswered. In the next edition of the DRONIQlive webinar, we will take a clear look at the developments of the past year, existing areas for improvement, and the outlook for 2026.

Moderator Alexander Tummes discusses this with Carsten Konzock (LBA), Jan Schönberg (Drones), and Jan-Eric Putze (Droniq).