Drone training and testing facility

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

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.