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CLASSES

Looking for high-quality training for your department or agency? Look no further than our classes, which are designed by First Responders for First Responders. Whether you're interested in our upcoming classes or want to schedule a customized training at your location, we're here to help. Contact today to learn more!

UAS SEARCH & RESCUE OPERATIONS CLASS

Search, and Rescue class is designed to equip students with the technical knowledge and practical skills required to operate UAS systems in high-pressure search and rescue (SAR) operations. The course focuses on the integration of unmanned aerial systems (UAS), into SAR missions. 

This class emphasizes the critical coordination between UAS teams and ground rescue teams to maximize efficiency and success. Hands-on training scenarios will include search techniques in challenging environments, aerial reconnaissance, and rapid response planning. Students also explore case studies of SAR missions to understand the importance of decision-making, adaptability, teamwork, mission planning, and emergency response protocols. By the end of the course, participants should feel confident in their ability to contribute to life-saving operations, rapid search and rescue flying techniques, advanced image analysis software, thermal marking to support ground crew, lost persons behavior, integration within Incident Command and scenario based flying missions. Click here to view CLASS SCHEDULE

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PUBLIC SAFETY DRONE THERMAL OPERATIONS

Elevate your drone skills with our Thermal Imaging Class! Explore the fascinating realm of thermal imaging technology and its vital uses in Public Safety. You'll gain insights into thermal capabilities, command operations, and data analysis methods. We'll cover theories, camera settings, environmental considerations, and tips for a successful flight mission, featuring hands-on training, maneuvers, best practices, and scenario-based flying. To integrate all the information we highly recommend taking our Flagship Search & Rescue class before enrolling in Public Safety Drone Thermal Class.  Click here to view CLASS SCHEDULE

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Start a Public Safety Drone Program Class

This class is specifically designed to assist Public Safety agencies in establishing a drone program. It covers a wide range of topics, including sUAS administration policies, FAA regulations and procedures, department standard operating guidelines, and flying operations. Additionally, the class provides guidance on setting up mobile live streaming drone command operations, pilot best practices, drone team formation, drone budgeting, interoperability operations, and recurrent pilot training. Our goal is to help establish a successful drone program with ease and efficiency. Click here to view CLASS SCHEDULE

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INTRO TO DRONE MAPPING FOR PUBLIC SAFETY

Welcome to our Drone Mapping class. In this course, you will acquire a thorough understanding of flight planning, mapping drones, and data collection methodologies. We will explore data capturing and processing, along with the relevant applications and software utilized in the industry and how to integrate mapping into Public Safety operations. Prepare to enhance your proficiency and leverage the capabilities of drone technology effectively. Click here to view CLASS SCHEDULE

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PART 107 TEST PREP CLASS

Become a licensed Remote Pilot by passing your FAA Part 107 written exam with this test prep class. Nic has been teaching aviation students for over 10 years. This is an accelerated class that will help you overcome those tricky FAA test questions. Class covers FAA Regulations, Loading & Performance, Airspace, Weather Theory and Operations. We even come to your agency to teach this class. 16 hour classroom training. Click here to view CLASS SCHEDULE

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ONLINE PART 107 TEST PREP HYBRID CLASS 

Enroll in our 4-week online Part 107 test prep course, which offers 24 hours of thorough online instruction. Each week consists of 6 hours of video lessons and interactive support. Engage in live Q&A sessions with the instructor each week, and take advantage of 5 hours of optional in-person flying on the last day of class. This course is tailored to ensure your success in passing the FAA Part 107 exam. Click here to view CLASS SCHEDULE.

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TRAINING BEYOND PART 107 

 Get ready to take your skills to the next level with our exciting class. You'll learn all about different drones, maintenance, flying apps, FPV, best practices, procedures, LAANC and common flight maneuvers. Plus, you'll get to practice with training props, search patterns and an FPV obstacle course to increase your pilot proficiency. Click here to view CLASS SCHEDULE

Matt, NC

Nic was great! Very detailed SAR thermal class. Can't wait to take back to our department and put to use. Thanks again!

Dean, NC

My confidence with uas thermal capabilities has went up after attending the class.  

Eric, SC

A lot of information. Every department should attend this class!

Darkwing Drones

Mooresville, NC

Tel: 704-450-9419 

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