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Commercial Drone Pilot-Part 1: FAA and RPIC Exam Course

Become a certified commercial drone pilot and join the rapidly growing industry that is projected to require 650,000 pilots by 2020. Gain the necessary skills and knowledge to pass the FAA part 107 Remote Pilot in Command (RPIC) exam with this comprehensive training course. Prepare to fly drones in various commercial settings including public safety, cinematic, realty, construction, transportation, and surveying.

  • All levels
  • 16 and older
  • $399
  • Online Classroom
  • 24 hours over 8 sessions

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  • $399
  • Online Classroom
  • 24 hours over 8 sessions
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What you'll learn in this certificate program:

Experts speculate that by the year 2020 there will be more than 23 million sUAS (drones) in service and based on the current aircraft to pilot ratio and the FAA requirement of one pilot per drone, there will need to be 650,000 commercial drone pilots to fly these aircraft.  Currently there are only 65,000 commercial drone pilots, so get your RPIC certification for this industry that is taking off!

This 3-part Commercial Drone Pilot job training course prepares you to pass the FAA part 107 Remote Pilot in Command (RPIC) exam and receive their RPIC certification.  


The course work covers: 


Regulations, National Airspace, Aircraft Performance, Operations, and Weather.  Additionally, students will be given physical flight training with various types of sUAS (drones).  This program is designed to optimally prepare you to perform the duties of a Commercial RPIC that are required in any commercial drone setting including public safety, cinematic, realty, construction, transportation, and surveying.


Students will learn to assist established Commercial sUAS operators in “real-life” situations. Course includes all classroom lab materials and textbooks.

Prerequisites: 

  • 16+ years of age.
  • Parental/Guardian Release form required for Students under 18 years of age.
  • High school Senior/High School Diploma or GED

Course Work Requirements: 

Attending 21 hours in-class and completing homework, quizzes and exams, successful complete 16 hours of sUAS flight training and successful completion of 120 hour externship.

To pass this program students must: Score a minimum of 70 percent on the final exam (FAA Part 107 Exam).

  1. Regular internet and email access.

  1. Regular attendance required.

IMPORTANT: 

Due to COVID-19 closures, at this time, on part 1 of the Drone Pilot course series will be offered (via live Zoom format).  In-person/flight time parts 2 and 3 of the series will be added as soon as restrctions are lifted. 

Remote Learning

This course is available for "remote" learning and will be available to anyone with access to an internet device with a microphone (this includes most models of computers, tablets). Classes will take place with a "Live" instructor at the date/times listed below.

Upon registration, the instructor will send along additional information about how to log-on and participate in the class.

Refund Policy

Class Withdrawal

  • If you request to withdraw from a class and the request is received by us 4 business days prior to class start date, a credit voucher valid for three(3) years will be granted, less a $20 processing fee.

Special policy for excursions and special events:

  • Refund requests for excursions and special events must be received no later than 11 full business days before the scheduled excursion or event.

Please email us at [email protected]

Cancellation

If the College cancels a class for any reason, those pre-registered will be notified by phone and email and payment will be refunded. The school also reserve the right to substitute instructors or reschedule class times if necessary.

In any event where a customer wants to cancel their enrollment and is eligible for a full refund, a 5% processing fee will be deducted from the refund amount.

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