A2 exam
A2 drone exam 2026 — everything you need
A2 is the second step after A1/A3. Here is the current format and how to prepare efficiently.
Contents
1. A2 2026 at a glance
30 questions, 30 minutes, ≥75%. Topics: meteorology, ground risk, flight execution.
2. Before NAA booking
Valid A1/A3, self-practical A3 training, stable ≥80% A2STS mocks.
3. Meteorology study plan
METAR, wind, clouds, visibility — use topic tests and SRS on mistakes.
4. Ground risk cheat sheet
30 m, 5 m LSM, 1:1 rule — see /blog/a2-ground-risk-distances-cheatsheet.
5. Time management
One minute per question — flag hard items and return at the end.
Frequently asked questions
- Is the A2 exam harder than A1/A3?
- Yes — meteorology and risk buffers catch many first-time candidates.
- Can I take A2 online?
- Usually at an NAA centre — check your national authority.
Authority & sources
A2STS Editorial · Reviewed by: EASA UAS syllabus aligned