LENGTH OF COURSE:  1 Day (Classroom instruction + field exercises)

TUITION:  $375

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Course description:

APT Firearms Academy's drone course provides a focused introduction to Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and their tactical applications.  Designed for those who want to quickly develop
essential UAS skills, this course covers core principles of flight, reconnaissance
techniques, and mission support.  Participants will learn how to operate UAS safely,
gather aerial intelligence, and communicate real-time information to support decision-
making in the field.

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Course Objectives:

By the end of this course, participants will be able to:

• Operate UAS platforms confidently in a controlled environment

• Apply basic reconnaissance and observation techniques

• Understand mission planning and communication fundamentals

• Identify legal and ethical considerations of UAS operations

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Key Skills Taught:

• Basic flight operations and controls

• Aerial observation and data collection

• Tactical communication with UAS support

• Mission planning fundamentals

• Safety and compliance guidelines

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Applications:

This one-day course is ideal for military, law enforcement, and security professionals, as well as individuals seeking to expand their operational  toolkit.  Skills gained are applicable to:

• Reconnaissance and surveillance

• Search and rescue support

• Security and perimeter monitoring

• Disaster response and assessment

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Equipment needed:

• Personal UAS (if available) - training drones will be provided for those without their own

• Extra batteries and charging equipment

• Protective eyewear

• Notebook and writing materials