Drone Training & Test Facility at Former RAF Kirkbride
Set within the historic former RAF Kirkbride 12 Maintenance Unit (12MU), our UAV training and test facility offers the perfect environment to develop your skills as a UAV pilot—whether you’re an experienced operator or just starting out. With a rich aviation heritage dating back to 1939, this site provides an ideal setting to test and refine UAV technology in a safe and controlled space.
1028-Meter Runway
A safe and spacious area to test, train, and become certified in UAV operations.
Real-World Training Setup
Our infrastructure allows pilots to train in realistic conditions, improving their skills and confidence.
Leading UAV Facility
The most comprehensive UAV training and testing site in Northern England, Scotland, and Ireland.
1028-Meter Runway – Ideal for universities, research institutes, and UAS manufacturers to trial new technology and train their skills in a safe environment.
Real-World Training Environment – Our existing infrastructure allows us to simulate operational conditions, adding real-world depth to training and assessments.
Trusted by Highly Regulated Industries – We have worked with clients from nuclear, infrastructure, and other highly regulated sectors, providing training and testing solutions tailored to their needs.
Unique in the Region – EneffTech’s UAV Operational Training & Test Facility is the only site in Northern England, Scotland, and Ireland equipped to meet a wide range of UAV testing and training needs.
"Knowing is not enough; we must apply Being willing is not enough; we must do"
