Unmanned Aircraft Systems Certificate

Become an FAA-licensed commercial drone pilot. This blended instructor-based and online course is designed to prepare entry-level operators to fly within current Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations. Students are introduced to UAS system design, flight methods, and local and federal regulations. This course covers all the necessary topics to successfully obtain an FAA commercial drone license, "Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate" and AUVSI Trusted Operator Programs Levels 1 and 2. Students will participate in flight demonstrations and experience hands-on flight missions.

This course meets the requirements of ASTM F3266 - 18, Standard Guide for Training for Remote Pilot in Command of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Endorsement, FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate test fees are not included in the course. Access to the online component is available up to two weeks prior to the in-person meet dates. You should anticipate spending eight hours in online preparation before the in-person meet dates, plus eight hours for online follow-up. Please note, students should expect to register for the FAA Unmanned Aircraft General (UAG) written exam during the first in-person session. Students must provide own transportation to flight locations within one hour of Las Vegas Valley. Students must be at least 18 years old to register for the class. Please note, due to the online component of this class, requests to drop the class and receive a refund must be submitted no later than two weeks prior to the in-person class session.

There are no scheduled sessions at this time. Sign up to be notified when this course is available.