UAV/UAS Certification FREE for military, first responders, high school students and educators

Global Robot and Drone Deployment (GRADD), the Nevada Business Aviation Association (NVBAA) and Reno Air Racing Association (RARA) have been partners for the successful GRADD-NVBAA STEM Discovery Zone at the STIHL National Championship Air Races since 2015. In addition to their work in STEM education, did you know that NVBAA offers FAA Part 107 Pilot Training? In fact, the training if FREE if you fall into one of these categories:

  • Military veterans and their families,
  • Public safety officers, and
  • High school educators / high school students

The world of UAV/UAS is expanding exponentially every day, and there is a tremendous need for qualified operators. There is no better time to get your FAA Part 107 certification and join this amazing world! NVBAA’s summer LIVE 9-week instructor-led webinar training series begins July 2nd. Fun and informative, this is a series that will fully prepare you for your Part 107 written exam. A 31 question interactive quiz is even included at the conclusion of each Saturday’s training calls to review the content of the day. Attend NVBAA’s weekly training calls, complete their online course and you’re guaranteed to pass the FAA Part 107 Exam! Here is what you’ll learn during the series:

Schedule of Events

  • Sept 3 – FAA 14 CFR Part 107 Rules & Regulations
  • Sept 10 – National Airspace System (NAS) & Aeronautical Charts
  • Sept 10 – Workshop – Demystifying Aeronautical Charts (starts immediately after the regular Part 107 training session)
  • Sept 17 – Aviation Weather Sources
  • Sept 24 – Loading and Performance
  • Oct 1 – Crew Resource Management
  • Oct 8 – Airport and Field Operations
  • Oct 15 – Radio Communication and Emergency Procedures
  • Oct 22 – Pre-flight, FAA Authorizations and Waiver Requests
  • Oct 22 – Workshop – How to Make Money, Get Gigs & Full-time Jobs as a Part 107 Pilot (starts immediately after the regular Part 107 training session)
  • Oct 29 – FAA New Rules -Final Kahoot Competition

Don’t wait – click the links below to sign up for one of the best FAA Part 107 training programs in the business: