To fly your drone under the FAA’s Small UAS Rule (Part 107), you must obtain a Remote Pilot Certificate from the FAA. This certificate demonstrates that you understand the regulations, operating requirements, and procedures.

Emergency Response

Students will be introduced to best practices for first responders including case studies of previous incidents, types of UAV for each incident, uses and limitations. The course will include development of a UAV program that fits departmental and organizations public needs.

Hands on flight time

Students will be provided with a small practice drone to fly under the supervision of a pilot in command and instructor. Students will also practice hands on flights on a UAV (NIST) obstacle course level 1.

Class location: Joseph Nelson Community Center

611 Village Drive, Suisun City, CA 94585

Date: June 8,9,10,11 22,23,24,25 2026

Time: 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM