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UAS Basic Pilots Course 241028-BOP-RTC-W01
October 28, 2024 - October 30, 2024
8:00 am - 5:00 pm
Virtual (online) classroom for FAA testing preparation begins September 27, 2024
Cancellations must be made by September 27, 2024, for a full refund. See our Payment, Cancellation, Refund & Attendance Policy for additional restrictions & information.
Executive Summary:
The UAS Basic Pilots Course is 32 hours of instruction designed specifically and ONLY for agencies with an established UAS program and flying missions with protocols and a comprehensive policy in place. The curriculum focuses on piloting skills and training in UAS safety and general UAS program operations. Training begins online with FAA Part 107 test preparation, culminating with an in-class test review and test scheduling assistance.
Students will:
- Prepare for the FAA UAG 107 test (test fee included in tuition)
- Explain UAS safety management strategies and safety culture
- Demonstrate UAV flight setup and pre-flight
- Demonstrate emergency safety procedures
- Explain record-keeping and courtroom testimony
- Demonstrate UAV piloting skills in basic public safety mission-sets
- Demonstrate UAV piloting skills in a competition course under stress
Each student will receive a minimum of eight hours of flight instruction and log at least 3 hours of actual flight time with a UAV as a member of a UAS deployment team. All instruction will be consistent with the FAA’s current rules and regulations. Students will be prepared for and scheduled for the FAA’s Part 107 Examination. Successful students will return to their respective organizations as trained operators.
The Regional Training Center (The RTC) is not affiliated with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The FAA Remote Pilot Airman Certificate is achieved by passing the FAA Aeronautical Knowledge Test. PSI Examination Services now controls all FAA Part 107 testing. The RTC staff will facilitate and assist students in scheduling their FAA examination using an RTC-issued coupon code.
Course Information:
Course Length: 8 hours online and 3 days in class (32 hours total)
Max Class Size: 20 Students
Equipment: All training equipment is provided by the RTC
Prerequisite: None
Student Requirements: None
Technical Level: Beginner/New UAS Operators
Recommended For: UAS Operators and Supervisors
Notes: Tuition includes the $175 FAA 107 testing fee. This course is ONLY for agencies that already have an established UAS program and are flying missions with protocols and a comprehensive policy in place.
The Regional Training Center (RTC) is committed to respecting and protecting the privacy of our customers. Your information will not be shared with third-party providers of any kind or utilized for purposes outside of updates regarding our training courses and offerings. For additional information, please see our Terms & Conditions.
Venue: Baird Center - Milwaukee
Venue Website: https://bairdcenter.com/
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Description:
State-Of-The-Art Convention Center
Baird Center is an iconic venue that recently underwent a $456M expansion and modernization, doubling its size to 1.3 million total square feet. The May 16, 2024 Grand Opening ushered in an exciting new era of accessibility, innovation and unrivaled event experiences.
Baird Center is an engine for economic growth in Milwaukee and Wisconsin. With the expansion and modernization of Baird Center completed in 2024, it now offers 52 meeting rooms, 300,000 contiguous square feet of exhibition space and state-of-the-art inclusive amenities. With the stunning rooftop Baird Ballroom and the Baird Sky View Terrace’s breathtaking city view, Baird Center offers the perfect setting for your next event.
