Juan did a fantastic job tailoring the instruction to my experience level. He was very attentive and made sure everyone was engaged and had a full understanding of each area of the course before moving on. I would definitely recommend this course to anyone who is looking to fly a drone.
Steve Jozik
Hands-On Drone Pilot Training Our full day drone pilot training course will equip you with all of the knowledge and skills you need to become an expert drone pilot. The course offers a combination of classroom training and hands-on flight sessions.
In-Person Course
$
580.00
Learn to fly your drone like a pro
Learning all of the ins-and-outs of legally flying a DJI Phantom, Inspire, or Mavic can be complex, confusing, and intimidating. Let our experts guide you through the process in our 8 hour Drone Pilot Training course designed to walk you through everything you need to know. Learn everything from FAA rules and regulations to the various settings and features of your drone, and finish the day with our expert pilot as they take you outside for some hands on, one-on-one flight instruction. We will provide a DJI Phantom Series sUAS for the class.
View Available ClassesYou will gain access to
* DARTdrones provides a DJI Phantom Series sUAS for the Drone Pilot Training course. For insurance and liability purposes, students cannot fly their own equipment during the course unless they provide proof of liability insurance with DARTdrones LLC named as an additional insured prior to the course.
Upcoming Classes
Basic Flight Training Nov 16, 2019
Richmond,
va
8:30 am -
5:00 pm
Embassy Suites By Hilton
Register
$580
Basic Flight Training Nov 16, 2019
Dallas,
tx
8:30 am -
5:00 pm
Holiday Inn Express & Suites – Garland
Register
$580
Basic Flight Training Nov 23, 2019
Philadelphia,
pa
8:30 am -
5:00 pm
Hilton Garden Inn Newtown Square
Register
$580
Basic Flight Training Nov 23, 2019
Raleigh,
nc
8:30 am -
5:00 pm
Hampton Inn – Raleigh/Clayton
Register
$580
Basic Flight Training Nov 23, 2019
Tampa,
fl
8:30 am -
5:00 pm
Hilton Garden Inn -Tampa/Riverview
Register
$580
Basic Flight Training Nov 23, 2019
Mahwah,
nj
8:30 am -
5:00 pm
Crowne Plaza Hotel – Suffern
Register
$580
Basic Flight Training Dec 7, 2019
Long Island,
ny
8:30 am -
5:00 pm
Holiday Inn Express – Stony Brook
Register
$580
Basic Flight Training Dec 7, 2019
Chicago,
il
8:30 am -
5:00 pm
Holiday Inn & Suites – Carol Stream
Register
$580
Basic Flight Training Dec 7, 2019
Los Angeles (Irvine),
ca
8:30 am -
5:00 pm
Doubletree by Hilton – Irvine Spectrum
Register
$580
Basic Flight Training Dec 7, 2019
Austin,
tx
8:30 am -
5:00 pm
Hampton Inn and Suites Austin South/ Buda
Register
$580
Basic Flight Training Dec 7, 2019
Salt Lake City,
ut
8:30 am -
5:00 pm
Deseret UAS Xperience Center
Register
$580
Basic Flight Training Dec 14, 2019
Houston,
tx
8:30 am -
5:00 pm
Hampton Inn and Suites – N Houston/Spring
Register
$580
It was great to see what other people were planning to do with their UAVs. I really enjoyed the flight training as it gives you the actual feel of the craft. The instructor was great and even took the time to help each one of us get over the initial jitters.
Dave MyszkaDARTdrones broadened my appreciation for the application of drones within the industry. The instructor's knowledge of the drone industry certainly expanded my understanding of the limitless possibilities.
Harold H. Humphrey
Hands On Drone Pilot Training
Course Curriculum
Hands On Drone Pilot Training
-
Lesson 1The Drone Revolution - What Can I Do With My Unmanned Aircraft?
- Film, Photography, and Videography
- Infrastructure Inspection
- Emergency Services
- Mapping & Surveying
- Precision Agriculture
- Drones 101 Review
-
Lesson 2Drone Basics - Platforms and Components
- Primary Drone Types
- DJI Overview
- Phantom / Inspire / Mavic Specs
- Standard DJI Systems
- Power System
- Propulsion & Maneuvering System
- Command & Control System
- Positioning & Navigation System
- Imaging Payload
-
Lesson 3System Set Up - Connecting and Updating Your Drone
- Downloading the App
- Connecting Your Device
- Performing Firmware Updates
-
Lesson 4The DJI Go App - Getting To Know Your Flight Display
- System Status/Flight Mode
- GPS/Link Quality/Battery Level
- Camera Settings
- Map / Flight Telemetry Data
-
Lesson 5Flight Walkthrough - Preparing For Your First Flight
- Verifying System Settings & Status
- Performing a Compass Calibration
- Startup & Takeoff
- In-Flight Stick Commands
- Landing & Shutdown
- Flight Logging
-
Lesson 6Advanced Settings - Key Menu Options
- Multiple Flight Modes
- Beginner Mode
- Return to Home Altitude
- Maximum Flight Altitude
-
Lesson 7Mission Specific Settings - Film, Inspection, and Mapping
- Aerial Photography & Film
- Structural Inspection
- Aerial Mapping
-
Lesson 8Emergencies - Situations and Procedures
- Loss of Control Link
- Fly Away
- Disorientation
- Low Battery
-
Lesson 9Autonomous Flight - Intelligent Flight Modes
- Accessing Intelligent Modes
- Course Lock
- Home Lock
- Point of Interest
- Follow Me
- Waypoints
- Active Track
- Tap Fly
- Draw
- Gesture
- Tripod
- Terrain Follow
- Exiting Intelligent Modes
-
Lesson 10Final Tips - Good to Know Info and Resources
- DJI GEO System
- Battery Management
- DJI Academy / Flight Simulator
- Flight Records
Professional Drone Curriculum Development Team
We are the leading experts in drone pilot training and have been building our curriculum for this course since 2014.
Amelia Owre
Curriculum Developer for the US Navy’s UAS Program
Roger Hall
Retired Firefighter and FAA Ground School Instructor
Taught in-person throughout the country by the finest pilots in the industry.
In-person drone pilot training with award winning manned and unmanned pilots.
Ryan Walker
Marine Combat Instructor and Pilot
Keith Phillips
Blackhawk Helicopter Pilot and FAA CFII
Nick Davis
R.C. and Manned Aircraft Pilot
Bob Wess
Commercial Pilot and CFI
Roger Hall
Retired Firefighter
Colin Romberger
Embry Riddle Masters in UAS
Jason Miller
Instrument Rated Pilot
St. Claire Williams
Sniper Team Lead for Atlanta Police
Robert Patterson
CFI and Mission Pilot for Civil Air Patrol
Juan Jimenez
Multi-Engine Instrument Rated Pilot
Tod Strickland
Navy Nuclear Weapons Technician
Sergio Gemoets
Private Pilot and Photographer
Christina Martinez
CFII and Commercial Pilot
Michael Uleski
Sergeant Daytona Beach Police
Drone Pilot Training FAQs
I am new to drones. Is this course too advanced?
Many people that take the Drone Flight Training course are brand new to drones and flying for the first time in the class. The course starts with the basics for beginners, but also gets great reviews from advanced drone pilots.
Can I bring my drone? What kind of drone is available?
Our instructor provides a drone in the course, typically a DJI Phantom Series sUAS. For insurance and liability purposes, students CANNOT fly their own equipment during the course unless they provide proof of liability insurance with DARTdrones LLC named as an additional insured prior to the course. Although our class covers the Mavic and Inspire, our instructors usually only have a Phantom which is sufficient for this level of training.
Any insurance company that offers coverage for sUAS flight is sufficient for this course. Many students have used Verifly as their provider. Verifly is available in most states and allows for coverage to be purchased by the hour.
Does the course include outdoor flight time?
Yes! The course rotates from indoor to outdoor training. Learn in the comfort of a classroom and then head outside to fly in 3 one hour flight sessions.
What is the typical class size?
We keep our courses small and limit the course to 8 students.
What if the class isn't offered in my city? What if my city is sold out?
We typically schedule one class per month in each city about 10-12 weeks in advance of a class. If your city is completely sold out, we recommend checking a nearby city, organizing a private group lesson (priced for 8 participants), or submitting a contact form as we do often have last minute cancellations.
Will the class be rescheduled due to inclement weather?
We truly care about the safety of our students. If travel becomes dangerous, we will postpone the course to a later date and you can always select a date that works for you. If travel is not dangerous, we will still hold the indoor portion of the class and will reschedule only the outdoor flying portion to a later date.