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Foundations of Flight: The Beginner Drone Experience - 9 May 2026
Mission Overview
Stop "guessing" and start commanding. Whether you just unboxed your first drone or you’re looking to transition into a professional career, Foundations of Flight is designed to take you from zero to confident in a single session.
Led by a military-trained pilot with a decade of flight experience, this course bypasses the "hobbyist" mistakes and focuses on the tactical skills used by the pros. We don't just teach you which buttons to push; we teach you how to read the sky, manage your aircraft, and stay compliant with San Antonio’s unique airspace regulations.
What You Will Master:
The Pre-Flight Briefing: Professional checklists for hardware, battery safety, and weather assessment.
Airspace Intelligence: How to use LAANC to fly legally near San Antonio’s military bases (Lackland, Randolph, and Kelly Field).
Precision Maneuvers: Hands-on "Sticks-in-Hand" training covering takeoffs, landings, hovering, and emergency RTH (Return to Home) procedures.
The "Safety First" Mindset: Understanding FAA Part 107 basics and how to avoid the most common causes of drone crashes.
Camera Essentials: Framing your first cinematic shots and understanding basic sensor settings.
What’s Included in Your Slot:
4 Hours of Expert Instruction: Small group environment for personalized coaching.
Training Aircraft Provided: Don't have a drone yet? Use one of our professional-grade DJI units. (If you have your own, bring it! We’ll help you calibrate it.)
Patriot Flight Manual: A digital take-home guide featuring our proprietary pre-flight checklists.
Certification of Completion: Signed by our founders to jumpstart your pilot logbook.
Who Is This For?
New Pilots: Anyone who wants to fly safely and avoid expensive "rookie" crashes.
Aspiring Pros: The perfect first step before taking our FAA Part 107 Boot Camp.
Veterans & First Responders: High-speed training for those who appreciate a disciplined, mission-oriented learning style.
Mission Overview
Stop "guessing" and start commanding. Whether you just unboxed your first drone or you’re looking to transition into a professional career, Foundations of Flight is designed to take you from zero to confident in a single session.
Led by a military-trained pilot with a decade of flight experience, this course bypasses the "hobbyist" mistakes and focuses on the tactical skills used by the pros. We don't just teach you which buttons to push; we teach you how to read the sky, manage your aircraft, and stay compliant with San Antonio’s unique airspace regulations.
What You Will Master:
The Pre-Flight Briefing: Professional checklists for hardware, battery safety, and weather assessment.
Airspace Intelligence: How to use LAANC to fly legally near San Antonio’s military bases (Lackland, Randolph, and Kelly Field).
Precision Maneuvers: Hands-on "Sticks-in-Hand" training covering takeoffs, landings, hovering, and emergency RTH (Return to Home) procedures.
The "Safety First" Mindset: Understanding FAA Part 107 basics and how to avoid the most common causes of drone crashes.
Camera Essentials: Framing your first cinematic shots and understanding basic sensor settings.
What’s Included in Your Slot:
4 Hours of Expert Instruction: Small group environment for personalized coaching.
Training Aircraft Provided: Don't have a drone yet? Use one of our professional-grade DJI units. (If you have your own, bring it! We’ll help you calibrate it.)
Patriot Flight Manual: A digital take-home guide featuring our proprietary pre-flight checklists.
Certification of Completion: Signed by our founders to jumpstart your pilot logbook.
Who Is This For?
New Pilots: Anyone who wants to fly safely and avoid expensive "rookie" crashes.
Aspiring Pros: The perfect first step before taking our FAA Part 107 Boot Camp.
Veterans & First Responders: High-speed training for those who appreciate a disciplined, mission-oriented learning style.