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Course Description

Flying a drone for commercial purposes requires licensing under the FAA Part 107 regulations. Any activity that contributes to a business interest is considered for commercial purposes. Participants must be 16 years of age and want to earn a remote pilot airman certificate with small Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) rating. At the completion of the course, participants will have acquired aeronautical knowledge for flying commercial drones. Course includes theory aligned with FAA Airmen Certification Standards (ACS) including Regulations, the National Airspace System, Weather and Operations of small, unmanned aircraft systems in the National Airspace System. You will learn about safety, airworthiness, weather, and maintaining the vital communications link between the control station and the UAS. Privacy guidelines put in place by the FAA will be covered.  In addition, you will learn about FAA inspections, testing, and reporting procedures governing injury, property damage, and attempts of avoidance.
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