Rob Upritchard
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Region
Canterbury, NZ

A background in practical skill.

Rob Upritchard brings a rare combination of outdoor practical experience, health and safety rigour, a great eye for detail, and drone expertise to Sparrow Drones.

His drone work began with film and reporting for the Department of Conservation, where his films and photography have been used across their network. As an approved DOC supplier (number 115998), working with the DJI T100 represents a natural expansion in his conservation work.

Rob's background is in landscaping as the former owner and operator of Sculptural Landscapes. This experience gives him a detailed understanding of the agricultural challenges his clients face. He also comes with great landscaping advice, in between drone flights.

Rest assured, he will bring the same precision and professionalism to agricultural operations as his conservation work.

Certifications

CAA Certification
Full compliance with New Zealand Civil Aviation Authority regulations
Drone Pilot Certification
RPAS 102 Pilots Certificate and Operational Competency Assessment (OCA)
Spray Handling Certification
Pilot Chemical Rating for the safe handling of spraying materials
DOC Approved Supplier
Supplier #115998 — Department of Conservation
Health & Safety Background
Extensive H&S experience from landscaping, guiding and lifesaving work