Remote Pilot Certification Prep Course

Description:

Examines the sub-components of Unmanned Aircraft (UA) and the factors affecting UAS aerodynamics and performance

Classes:

2.1 Explore the field of robotics and the subset of aerial robots
2.2 Identify common components of unmanned aircraft
2.3 Demonstrate an understanding of energy sources available for
UAS
2.4 Understand how robotic aircraft maneuver and navigate
2.5 Demonstrate an understanding of aircraft capabilities and
limitations associated with different platform categories
2.6 Introduce UA aerodynamic principles and performance factors
2.7 Demonstrate an understanding of the four forces that act
upon a UAS
2.8 Describe the six degrees of freedom.
2.9 Describe how stabilization, control, and power can be
manipulated to fly a UAS
2.10 Describe the aerodynamic principles that affect UAS performance.
2.11 Explain the effects of weather, temperature, and system
weight on unmanned aircraft performance.
2.12 Explain the differences in rotor and fixed-wing aerodynamics

Description:

Examines the environment in which sUAS and remote pilots operate

Classes:

3.1 Examine other elements that affect a UAS’s operation
3.2 Describe aspects of the physical environment that pose a
hazard to UAS
3.3 Understand the concepts of weather as they pertain to aviation
3.4 Explore official and unofficial sources of weather that can
inform a remote pilot’s preflight decisions
3.5 Interpret “official” sources of weather to make sound decisions

Description:

Explores the limitations and authorities vested in remote pilots by 14 CFR 107

Explains the FAA established rules and policies for operating in the NAS

Classes:

4.1 What is the FAA?
4.2 How does the FAA regulate aircraft, airmen, and airspace?
4.3 What is the National Airspace System (NAS)?
4.4 What are the regulatory limits on UAS?
4.5 Explain the regulations and policies currently in place for UAS
operations
4.6 Demonstrate an understanding of Federal Aviation
Regulations (FAR)
4.7 Explain the limitations and requirements of Visual Flight Rules
(VFR)
4.8 Demonstrate an understanding of state and local rules and
regulations governing UAS
4.9 Demonstrate an understanding of airspace
4.10 Interpret aeronautical charts to determine airspace for a
given location
4.11 Explain the classes of airspace
4.12 Demonstrate an understanding of the Notices to Airmen
information reporting system
4.13 Interpret center NOTAMs
4.14 Demonstrate an understanding of aviation communications
4.15 Explain the essential information required in aviation
communications
4.16 Demonstrate an understanding of the Aeronautical
Information Manual to make a radio call
4.17 Demonstrate an understanding of airport operations and
Traffic-pattern protocols
4.18 Demonstrate an understanding of UAS limitations and
regulations
4.19 Explain the reporting requirements for UAS operations

Description:

Defines human limitations as they contribute to errors and violations that can be the causal factors in UAS accidents.
Crew Resource Management (CRM) introduces non- technical skills used to combat human errors

Classes:

5.1 Describe the types and causes of human errors
5.2 Demonstrate an understanding of human limitations in
perception, processing, and performance
5.3 Describe the physiological effects of drugs and alcohol
5.4 Explain the aspects of UAS design and operations that hinder
or limit human function and cognition
5.5 Describe methods for dealing with automation and the lack of
sensory cues
5.6 Examine the evolution of CRM as a control for error
5.7 Explain the purpose of CRM
5.8 Explore decision behaviors as a CRM skillset
5.9 Demonstrate an understanding of Situational Awareness (SA)
5.10 Identify and explain the need for standard communication
5.11 Understand non-technical skills that can improve the function
and efficiency of a UAS crew

Description:

Explores the process of assessing risks and examines the decision-making process once the operator has a clear picture of the risk

Classes:

6.1 Define aeronautical decision-making
6.2 Examine the steps for sound aeronautical decision-making
6.3 Identify hazards associated with UAS operations
6.4 Explore various models for decision-making
6.5 Apply good aeronautical decision-making
6.6 Describe strategies for dealing with task saturation or
overloads
6.7 Demonstrate the ability to think independently while
exercising adaptability and flexibility to stressful situations
6.8 Demonstrate an understanding of airworthiness inspections

Description:

Examines the ethical and legal requirements of the Remote Pilot in Command (RPIC). Establishes standards of practice as well as explores careers in unmanned aviation

Classes:

7.1 Define professionalism and ethics
7.2 Describe the foundations of an ethical code of conduct for
UAS operators
7.3 Explore standards of practice for UAS professionals
7.4 Identify the top ethical issues facing sUAS remote pilots
7.5 Examine case studies and make judgments about the ethical
and professional use of UAS technology
7.6 Demonstrate an understanding of standards of profession
and how to apply professionalism in everyday operations