Drone Services in South Africa
3 live drone services from 1 verified pilot across 1 area in South Africa, covering aerial surveying & mapping, inspection, surveillance & security, lidar & point cloud surveying. Rates are published up front — day rates from R5,000, and payment is released only when you approve the work.
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Browse drone services in South Africa by category
Counts are live listings in South Africa. Open a category to compare every pilot offering it.
Where our pilots work in South Africa
States and cities with listed drone services. A city page shows who is based there and who travels in.
Drone services available in South Africa now
Every listing publishes its day, weekly and monthly rate, so you can budget before you make contact. Payment is released only when you approve the finished work.
LiDAR point cloud drone surveying
R5,000 / day
Security suvellence
R8,000 / day
Aerial surveying and drone mapping
R5,000 / day
Hiring a drone pilot in South Africa
Post your requirement with the location, date and deliverable — pilots covering Johannesburg reply with a quote, and you compare ratings, portfolios and published rates before booking. Drone operations here are regulated — registration + licence for commercial: registration is required, and commercial work calls for sacaa part 101 remote operator certificate (roc) for commercial work. The pilot you book holds that authorisation — see the licensing panel below for the details and the official source.
See every drone pilot in South Africa for profiles, equipment and coverage, or post a requirement to have pilots come to you.
Drone Laws in South Africa
Licensing & flight requirements for pilots
South Africa's SACAA Part 101 rules require drones over 7 kg (or all commercial drones) to be registered, and commercial operators to hold a Remote Operator Certificate.
Required — register your drone with the civil aviation authority
120 m typical ceiling — verify local airspace maps
Licence (commercial)
SACAA Part 101 Remote Operator Certificate (ROC) for commercial work
Key rules
- Register drones with SACAA (Part 101)
- Commercial operators need an ROC
- Fly below 400 ft (120 m), within sight
- Stay 50 m from people and 150 m from crowds
Always confirm with the official authority before flying.
SACAA (South Africa)Drone services in South Africa — common questions
How much does a drone pilot cost in South Africa?
Day rates for drone services currently listed in South Africa run from R5,000 to R8,000, depending on the category, crew size and equipment. Rates are published on each listing and you only release payment once you approve the work.
Do drone pilots in South Africa need a licence?
South Africa's SACAA Part 101 rules require drones over 7 kg (or all commercial drones) to be registered, and commercial operators to hold a Remote Operator Certificate. Commercial work: SACAA Part 101 Remote Operator Certificate (ROC) for commercial work. The drone also has to be registered. Always confirm current requirements with SACAA (South Africa) before booking — the responsible pilot holds the operating authorisation.
What drone services are available in South Africa?
The busiest categories in South Africa right now are aerial surveying & mapping, inspection, surveillance & security, lidar & point cloud surveying. Each listing states what is included and the equipment used.
How do I hire a drone pilot in South Africa?
Post your requirement free and describe the location, date and deliverable. Pilots who cover that area respond with a quote, you compare ratings, portfolios and published rates, then book — payment is released only when you approve the finished work.
Need a drone pilot in South Africa?
Post your requirement free — describe the location, date and deliverable, then compare quotes from pilots who cover South Africa.
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