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Course Details:

This practical five day course provides participants with comprehensive, hands on drone flight training. Trainees will learn flight procedures, mission planning, emergency handling, and camera operation, while gaining confidence through extensive real world flying hours. The program includes one to one coaching from experienced FalconViz pilots, flight simulator sessions, and multiple field missions designed to strengthen piloting skills and prepare participants for safe and effective drone operations.

Topics:

1. DJI Fly app and core flight controls
2. Flight modes and intelligent flight settings
3. Safety procedures and emergency handling
4. Camera settings for different mission types
5. Pre and post flight checks
6. Practical simulator training
7. One to one field training
8. Multiple real world flying missions

What I’ll Learn?

• Operate DJI drones confidently and safely

• Take off, land, and maneuver using different flight modes

• Use the DJI Fly app for mission setup and control

• Adjust camera settings for photo and video capture

• Respond to emergencies such as loss of link, disorientation, or low battery

• Apply best practices learned through simulator and field sessions

• Build stronger flying skills by increasing total logged flight hours

Career Return on Investment (ROI)

This course equips participants with the foundational and practical skills required to operate drones professionally. Graduates will have logged structured flying hours, strengthened their piloting confidence, and gained operational competence needed for roles in UAV programs, certified drone operator pathways, and advanced training such as regulatory certifications. The hands on nature of the course also supports those aiming to transition from hobbyist flying to professional drone services or organizational UAV operations.

Course Location

FalconViz HQ at King Abdullah University of Science and Technology (KAUST) - Thuwal