Are you a young South African with a passion for technology and aviation? The Flyfofa Drone Pilot Bursary 2026 offers a fully funded opportunity to gain a Remote Pilot Certificate (RPC), exclusively for candidates residing in Gauteng. This bursary is a gateway to one of the fastest-growing fields in the digital and aviation economy. Don’t miss your chance to apply before the deadline.
About the Opportunity
The Flyfofa Drone Pilot Bursary 2026 is a prestigious program aimed at empowering South African youth with essential skills in drone technology. Offered by Flyfofa Aviation Training in collaboration with the National Skills Fund and the Department of Higher Education and Training, this bursary covers all training costs for a Remote Pilot Certificate (RPC). This certification is aligned with the South African Civil Aviation Authority (SACAA), ensuring graduates are industry-ready.
Closing Dates
Applications for this bursary close soon, so ensure you apply promptly to secure your place.
Key Responsibilities
Participants in the RPC program will undergo comprehensive training, which includes:
- Understanding drone aviation regulations and air law
- Mastering safe flying practices and risk management
- Learning about drone systems, components, and operations
- Developing skills in flight planning and navigation
- Studying basic meteorology for drone operations
- Preparing for emergency and contingency procedures
- Gaining practical drone flight skills
- Completing SACAA-aligned assessments and examinations
Requirements/Qualifications
To be eligible for this bursary, applicants must:
- Be South African citizens aged 18–23
- Reside in Gauteng Province
- Have completed matric at a Quintile 1–3 school in Gauteng
- Achieve a minimum of Level 5 in English and Level 4 in Mathematics or Level 5 in Mathematical Literacy
- Be willing to undergo an aviation medical examination
- Possess good judgment, communication, and decision-making skills
- Have strong hand-eye coordination and multitasking abilities
- Be technically minded and safety-oriented
Benefits
The bursary provides a fully funded training program that equips graduates with real operational drone flight experience, enhancing employability in the aviation sector.
Who Can Apply?
The bursary is designed to support previously disadvantaged youth, including:
- South African citizens of all race groups living in Gauteng
- Learners from Quintile 1, 2, or 3 high schools in Gauteng
- SASSA Child Grant recipients
Posted: 22 December 2025
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