Agency Advanced Flight Mechanics

from $1,500.00

This week-long program is designed to refine high-level drone operations and tactical flight capabilities for agency drone pilots. Emphasizing precision control, emergency maneuvering, and mission-focused techniques, the course incorporates advanced flight scenarios based on real-world agency use cases. Instruction is divided between structured theory modules and intensive practical drills. Each agency’s unique mission set is integrated into the training experience, and the week concludes with a comprehensive Flight Readiness Assessment Report and scenario-based evaluation.

*Discounts Starting at Groups of 6 or More

**A Travel Fee will be Charged for locations further than 100 mi from Albuquerque

Pilots:

This week-long program is designed to refine high-level drone operations and tactical flight capabilities for agency drone pilots. Emphasizing precision control, emergency maneuvering, and mission-focused techniques, the course incorporates advanced flight scenarios based on real-world agency use cases. Instruction is divided between structured theory modules and intensive practical drills. Each agency’s unique mission set is integrated into the training experience, and the week concludes with a comprehensive Flight Readiness Assessment Report and scenario-based evaluation.

*Discounts Starting at Groups of 6 or More

**A Travel Fee will be Charged for locations further than 100 mi from Albuquerque

Agency Advanced Flight Mechanics

Duration: 5 Days | Classroom & Practical Training

Who Should Attend: Certified agency pilots, UAS team leads, and program coordinators seeking advanced operational readiness

Prerequisites: 14-CFR Part 107 License, Basic Flight Mechanics or equivalent field experience

Certification Provided: Advanced Flight Mechanics Completion Certificate

Customization: Scenario design and content tailored to your agency's mission objectives

Post-Training Deliverables: Flight Readiness Assessment Report | Updated SOP Recommendations | Tactical Debrief Package

Course Breakdown

Day 1 – Drone Orientation & Flight Theory

  • Orientation Concepts: Explore orientation challenges and how to maintain consistent drone awareness through muscle memory and telemetry interpretation.
  • BVLOS & TBVLOS Regulations: Understand the legal and operational frameworks for flying beyond visual line of sight, with real-world agency applications.
  • Establishing Line of Communication (LOC): Learn how to set and maintain communication protocols between ground team and pilot in TBVLOS scenarios.
  • Depth Perception Techniques: Train your eye for spatial judgment and visual cues critical for operating in confined or complex environments.

Day 2 – Emergency Descent & Recovery Tactics

  • Emergency Descent Protocols: Practice rapid descent maneuvers while maintaining aircraft stability and minimizing risk.
  • Battery & Environmental Risk Management: Understand how weather, terrain, and battery health affect flight duration and recovery strategies.
  • Loss of Visual Contact Drills: Simulate loss of orientation or signal and implement procedures for controlled aircraft recovery.
  • Failsafe System Settings: Review critical drone settings that automate responses during system failures or loss of control.

Day 3 – Tactical Navigation & Environmental Flight Challenges

  • Obstacle Course Drills: Navigate through custom-built flight courses that simulate urban and wildland tactical environments.
  • Topographical Awareness: Integrate terrain features into your navigation decisions using real-time GPS and visual assessments.
  • Advanced Return-to-Home (RTH): Program and test alternate RTH paths for safer autonomous recovery during emergencies.
  • Thermal Draft & Altitude Strategy: Learn how to handle changing atmospheric conditions and how they impact drone stability.

Day 4 – Multi-Operator Coordination & Redundancy Planning

  • Dual-Pilot Coordination: Practice inter-team communication and flight-sharing responsibilities using handoff techniques.
  • Command & Control Hierarchies: Implement structured drone team management for complex mission assignments.
  • Signal Interference & Conflict Mitigation: Understand how to identify and respond to signal interruptions or operational overlap.
  • Safety Protocol Execution: Rehearse rapid protocol deployment in response to safety breaches or uncontrolled environments.

Day 5 – Mission-Based Evaluation & Debrief

  • Simulated Agency-Specific Mission: Conduct a full-scope operation including mission planning, live execution, and team coordination.
  • Flight Readiness Assessment Report: Each crew receives a performance evaluation covering technical skill, regulatory compliance, and mission effectiveness.
  • Teamwide Tactical Debrief: Discuss lessons learned and operational refinements in an open feedback setting.