Introduction to Drone Operations

There is no formal Entry Requirements.

There is age requirement of 19+ for participants.

Medical Health Declaration Form to be completed and sent back ahead of course start date.

Prior to starting the course, delegates must provide the following:

• Copies of a UK driving license or In date passport

Day 1:

Time: 9:30 am - 4:00 pm
Objective: Welcome to your first day of drone operations training! Today, we will focus on the fundamentals of drone safety and operation. Along with a Health and Wellbeing assessment.

Activities:

• Safety First: We will begin by covering the essential do's and don'ts of drone operation to ensure everyone's safety.

• Get to Know Your Tools: Training on the use of the FRZ/CRZ app, which monitors flight restriction zones and provides live airspace updates.

• Pre-Flight Checks: A guided session on conducting pre-flight checks on your drone, including verifying its Maximum Takeoff Mass (MTOM).

• Mastering the Controls: Hands-on practice with drone controls, focusing on manual take-off and maneuvering.

• Battery Basics: Instructions on the safe management and transportation of LiPo batteries.

Materials: FRZ/CRZ app, instructional booklet, drones, LiPo batteries.

Day 2:

Morning:

Objective: Deepen your understanding of weather, flight planning, and risk assessment.

Activities:

• Weather Wisdom: Learn how weather conditions impact drone flights and how to interpret meteorological data.

• Flight Planning: Guided instruction on planning safe and efficient drone flights, considering weather conditions and flight routes.

• Spot the Risks: Conduct risk assessments to identify potential hazards and minimize risks during drone operations.

• Brush-Up Session: Review key concepts from Day 1 to ensure comprehension and retention.

Afternoon:

Objective: Assess your knowledge through an examination.

Activities:

• Exam Time: Participate in an open-book exam covering A1 and A3 categories of drone flying regulations.

• Flyer's ID: Learn the process of obtaining your flyer's identification, an essential document for drone operators.

Materials: Exam papers, study materials.

Day 3:

Objective: Apply your theoretical knowledge through practical flight exercises.

Activities:

• Recap and Revise: Refresh your memory on pre-flight procedures before proceeding to the flight area.

• Flight Time: Demonstrate your flight skills under the guidance of our instructors, applying everything you've learned.

Materials: Drones, flight area.

Please be reminded Day 3 is subject to weather conditions.

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