Frequently Asked Questions

  • How are drones used for Military & Defence?

    Drones are transforming missions for Military personnel by increasing situational awareness and decision making capabilities. We have already provided drone solutions to some of the UK’s most prestigious Defence organisations including the Royal Marines, Defence Infrastructure Organisation and UKSF.


    They play a pivotal role in ISR (Intelligence, Surveillance, Reconnaissance), intricate mapping, mission strategising, enhancing situational awareness, and precise target identification. Moreover, drones also serve indirect military purposes, including aiding in disaster relief and bolstering humanitarian initiatives.



  • What training do I need to operate these drone hardware products?

    To proficiently operate our drone hardware, individuals need hands-on flight training, GVC (General Visual Line of Sight Certificate) certification, and specialised courses on deciphering thermal data. Additionally, mastering the use of advanced mapping and mission planning software is crucial.

  • What training do I need to operate these drone software solutions?

    In addition to the aforementioned hardware training, understanding the nuances of our software solutions is vital. This includes in-depth knowledge of thermal data interpretation and proficiency in using our bespoke mapping and mission planning tools.

  • I’ve never used RAS before, what is the best way to proceed?

    If you're new to RAS (Remote Autonomous Systems), fret not. Reach out to Coptrz's dedicated support team. Depending on your specific requirements and desired capabilities, we'll guide you with the optimal training, equipment, and software mix to ensure a smooth start.

  • Are your products authorised for use by UK MOD?

    Absolutely. Our prime solutions undergo rigorous testing and have received the stamp of approval from the UK MoD (Ministry of Defence). They are also Blue sUAS certified and NDAA (National Defense Authorization Act) compliant. Furthermore, we are proud members of several supply contracts that have conducted meticulous V&V (verification & validation) on our key solutions.

  • What available stock do you have in the UK?

    We carry a wide range of stock in our Headquarters in Leeds, West Yorkshire. We also have short lead times (2-4 weeks) for larger quantities of individual systems, even into the 100s.

  • Can we arrange a demo of capabilities we are interested in?

    Absolutely. Just contact us here.

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