In-Person Drone Training

Our team members are FAA Part 107 certified and have experience in Aviation & Aerospace, Engineering, Oil & Gas, Power & Energy, Construction Management, Photography / Videography, across many models of drones / UAVs. Below are some of our training options for those that are new to the industry and want to get started flying drones.

We also have advanced training options for those with experience who want to learn more about drone use or who are already working in the commercial drone sector.

Custom tailored training is also available for your organization, contact us if you have a specific need.

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Our certified FAA drone operators can tailor training that covers a wide variety of topics and industry’s related to UAV application and use.

All training is located at our Centralia, WA Headquarters unless otherwise arranged. We have a conference room including whiteboard, projector and projector screen with seating for 15+.

Contact us to schedule your next training. Custom Training packages are available to fit your needs. Send us a message or give us a call to schedule your next session.

BASIC COURSES

Perfect for beginners just starting. Learn the basics of flight operations and controls for your drone

INTRODUCTION TO DRONES

FREE— Want to learn more about drones? This open house course from Blue Skies Drones provides an introduction to everything drones. Join our certified FAA drone operators for a day of flying with the latest drone technology and learn about rules & regulations.

What to expect

Fly a real drone with an FAA-certified drone operator
Use state of the art drone flight simulator
Learn rules and regulations for sUAS operations

Duration: Open House
*Request training to schedule (currently suspended)

DRONE PHOTOGRAPHY / VIDEOGRAPHY BASICS

$85— Basics for framing shots while flying smoothly to capture cinematic shots. Explanation of app settings for photos and videos.

Duration: 45 minutes
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AUTOMATED SHOTS & FLYING

$85— Get the most out of your drone by learning the autonomous flight modes like Tapfly, FollowMe, Orbit & more

Duration: 45 minutes
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BASIC OPERATION

$85—Learn the basics like firmware updates, error checking, calibrations, app settings, take-off & land, and basic flight maneuvers

(FREE IF YOU BUY OR RENT FROM US, same make and model)

Duration: 45 minutes
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ADVANCED COURSES

Need to step up your skills. These advanced courses will help take you to the next level

PART 107 PREP COURSE FOR COMMERCIAL DRONE USE

$325— One day class to help prepare you for taking your Part 107 test. (min class size 4)

In this course, we will walk you through the steps to prepare you to take the Part 107 certification test to become a commercial UAS pilot.

Get yourself ready to take the Part 107 Commercial Drone test. This class will go over the items covered on the test and provide you with a study guide and access to practice exams.

Duration: 4+ hours

*Request training to schedule
**Class subject to minimum number of students. If not met 5 days before event class may be canceled and fees refunded or applied to a new date

MAPPING 101

$299— Flying automated flight missions, app choices, requirements, customer deliverables, ground & flight training, post processing

Learn how drones are being used to create maps that can be used in a variety of industries such as mining, construction, farming and more. Review use cases and get some hands on time. Includes ground and flight instructions.

Duration: 2 hours

*Request training to schedule
**Class subject to minimum number of students. If not met 5 days before event class may be canceled and fees refunded or applied to a new date