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Drone Training

Drone Training School

Drone Space is an authorized provider of the following ratings for your Remote Pilot License (RPL) and more than one rating can be obtained:

Multi-Rotor

Instructor-Rating

Besides these ratings, we offer specialized training in:

Drone Mapping and Survey

Thermography

Drone Cinematography

Radio Telephony License

Aerial Cinematography

Remote Pilot License (RPL)

The RPL course is designed for individuals who are interested in starting a career as a drone pilot or for unlicensed drone pilots who want to fly legally. This course is also suitable for individuals who are looking to add drone operation skills to their CVs. By obtaining an RPL, you will be able to legally operate drones in Kenya and potentially pursue a career in various industries, including cinematography, agriculture, and construction, survey and mapping among others.

Remote Pilot License (RPL) Details

Radio Telephony

The Radio Telephony License course, offered in partnership with the Nairobi Flight Academy, is designed for Remote Pilot License (RPL) holders seeking to operate drones in controlled airspace and conduct Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations. This comprehensive training equips participants with the necessary skills in radio telephony procedures and communication protocols. Upon passing the exam administered by the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA), successful participants are granted a Radio Telephony Operator License valid for two years, renewable upon expiration.

Radio Telephony Details

Instructor Rating

The Instructor Rating course is designed for individuals who already hold an RPL and are interested in becoming certified drone instructors. This course is ideal for RPL holders who have a passion for teaching and want to share their knowledge and experience with others. By completing this course, students will learn how to effectively instruct RPL students, create course materials, and design training programs. Upon completion, students will receive an instructor rating from the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA), which will enable them to train and certify future RPL holders.

Instructor Rating Details

Drone Mapping and Survey

The Drone Mapping and Survey course is a 5-day course designed for RPL holders who want to learn how to use drones for mapping and surveying purposes. This course is suitable for engineers, surveyors, environmental scientists, among others. It is also ideal for individuals interested in starting a drone mapping and surveying business. By completing this course, students will acquire practical skills in drone operation, surveying techniques, and data analysis. They will also learn how to process and interpret data obtained from drone surveys to generate accurate maps and 3D models.

Drone Mapping and Survey Details

Thermography (ITC - Level I)

The Level I Thermography Certification course is designed for professionals who want to develop practical skills in using thermography for inspections and diagnostics. This course is suitable for individuals working in industries such as electrical, mechanical, and building inspections, as well as professionals involved in research and development.

Thermography (ITC - Level I) Details

Under 18's Holiday Camp

The U-18s Holiday Camp is a drone STEM program designed for kids, teens, and high school students between the ages of 7 and 17. The program is organized during school holidays to introduce young people to the emerging technology of drones and inspire their interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) subjects. This program is suitable for young people who are curious about drones and want to learn about their applications and operations in a fun and safe environment.

Under 18's Holiday Camp Details

Who Is This For?

Remote Pilot License (RPL)

The RPL course is designed for individuals who are interested in starting a career as a drone pilot or for unlicensed drone pilots who want to fly legally. This course is also suitable for individuals who are looking to add drone operation skills to their CVs.

By obtaining an RPL, you will be able to legally operate drones in Kenya and potentially pursue a career in various industries, including cinematography, agriculture, and construction, survey and mapping among others.

Develop an understanding of drone regulations, safety procedures and drone technology.

Acquire skills in drone operation, including pre-flight checks, in-flight maneuvers, and emergency procedures.

Learn how to plan and execute drone missions.

Drone Mapping and Survey

Part I: Theory

Air Law/ CAA (unmanned Aircraft systems) Regulations 2020

Operating Procedures and Specifications

UAS General Knowledge

UAS Theory of Flight

Meteorology

Navigation

Human Factors

Radio Telephony (Offered Separately - See below)

Mock exams are given at the end of each subject.

Part II: Practical

One on One instruction with professional flight instructors with a recommendation of 5 hours of flight time.

Part III: Checkout

Students undergo a checkout flight by a qualified designated flight examiner (DFE) where their knowledge of the rules of the air, regulations, airmanship & flight ability will be tested and evaluated in accordance with the KCAA's Manual of Implementing Standards.

Part IV: RPL Certification

Passing this test will qualify our students to complete an application for a Remote Pilot. License (RPL) at KCAA.

Who Is This For?

Radio Telephony

The Radio Telephony License course, offered in partnership with the Nairobi Flight Academy, is designed for Remote Pilot License (RPL) holders seeking to operate drones in controlled airspace and conduct Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations. This comprehensive training equips participants with the necessary skills in radio telephony procedures and communication protocols.

Upon passing the exam administered by the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA), successful participants are granted a Radio Telephony Operator License valid for two years, renewable upon expiration. The course spans five days and covers essential topics such as radio phraseology, air traffic control communication and emergency procedures.

The Radio Telephony License course is an essential requirement for drone pilots operating in areas that require communication with air traffic control or for those planning BVLOS operations. With this license, participants gain the readiness to conduct missions in controlled airspace, ensuring safe and compliant drone operations. By partnering with the Nairobi Flight Academy, we deliver top-quality training that prepares RPL holders for the KCAA exam.

Drone Mapping and Survey

Subjects Covered

General Phraseology

Aerodrome Control

Approach Control

Flight Information Service

Weather

Communication Failure

Distress and Urgency

VHF Propagation

Flight Scenario

An exam for each subject covered is offered at the training in readiness for the licensing exam.

Learning Outcomes

Develop proficiency in radio telephony procedures for drone operations in controlled airspace and BVLOS missions.

Acquire comprehensive knowledge of radio phraseology, air traffic control communication, emergency procedures, and airspace regulations

Successfully pass the KCAA exam and obtain a two-year Radio Telephony Operator License, enabling compliant operations in controlled airspace.

Who Is This For?

Instructor Rating

The Instructor Rating course is designed for individuals who already hold an RPL and are interested in becoming certified drone instructors. This course is ideal for RPL holders who have a passion for teaching and want to share their knowledge and experience with others.

By completing this course, students will learn how to effectively instruct RPL students, create course materials, and design training programs.

Instructor Rating

Upon completion, students will receive an instructor rating from the Kenya Civil Aviation Authority (KCAA), which will enable them to train and certify future RPL holders.

Train The Trainer

Train the trainer is a program used by trainers to train potential instructors or less experienced instructors about the best ways to deliver training materials to others. RPL Instructor Ground School - (2 days) The first part of your RPL Instructor license is theoretical based on the CAA (UAS regulations) 2020 and addition practical presentation practices are incorporated.

1 day

RPL Instructor Ground School

The first part of your RPL Instructor license is theoretical based on the FAA Aviation Instruction Handbook and addition practical presentation practices are incorporated.

2 days

Practical Briefing & Patter Training

The RPL instructor practical briefing is a one-on-one which consists of preparing briefings and conducting 5hrs of briefing with an instructor. Briefing also consist of giving ground school theory subjects the supervision of an instructor.

7 days

Who Is This For?

Drone Mapping and Survey

The Drone Mapping and Survey course is a 5-day course designed for RPL holders who want to learn how to use drones for mapping and surveying purposes. This course is suitable for engineers, surveyors, environmental scientists, among others. It is also ideal for individuals interested in starting a drone mapping and surveying business.

Introduction - Mapping drones and payloads

Missions, Mission planning software & Flight planning

GCPs Pre-marking & GNSS Survey

Aerial LiDAR Mapping

Mission Planning with DJI Pilot & Drone Deploy

Data collection using Zenmuse Ll

Data Processing & Analysis using DJI TERRA, Pix 4D Mapper & Global Mapper

Workflow Review and Project Accuracy Verification Procedures

Practical session using a DJI Matrice 300

By completing this course, students will acquire practical skills in drone operation, surveying techniques, and data analysis. They will also learn how to process and interpret data obtained from drone surveys to generate accurate maps and 3D models.

Drone Mapping and Survey

Who Is This For?

Thermography (ITC - Level I)

The Levell Thermography Certification course is designed for professionals who want to develop practical skills in using thermography for inspections and diagnostics. This course is suitable for individuals working in industries such as electrical, mechanical, and building inspections, as well as professionals involved in research and development. The certification is offered in collaboration with the Infrared Training Centre (ITC) and is globally recognized.

Introduction to Thermography

Heat & Temperature

Infrared Theory Basics

Measurement Techniques

Basic Heat transfer theory

Camera Measurement tools

Camera/Software familiarization

ITC Certification Test

By completing this course, students will learn how to use thermal imaging cameras to identify and diagnose faults in various systems, including electrical equipment, buildings, and mechanical systems. They will also gain an understanding of infrared theory, heat transfer concepts, and thermal imaging standards.

Thermography

Upon completion, students will receive an internationally recognized Levell Thermography Certification, which can enhance their career prospects and credibility in the industry.

Who Is This For?

Under 18's Holiday Camp

The U-18s Holiday Camp is a drone STEM program designed for kids, teens, and high school students between the ages of 7 and 17. The program is organized during school holidays to introduce young people to the emerging technology of drones and inspire their interest in science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) subjects. This program is suitable for young people who are curious about drones and want to learn about their applications and operations in a fun and safe environment.

By participating in this program, students will learn the basics of drone operation, including flight controls, aerial maneuvers, and safety procedures. They will also learn about the various applications of drones in different industries and participate in drone-related challenges and competitions. This program aims to inspire young people's interest in STEM and encourage them to consider careers in technology and innovation.

Holiday Camp

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