Drone Training classes in Cleveland, Ohio
V1DroneMedia offers a variety of drone training classes geared toward your interest and skill level and is dedicated to training others to operate drones in a safe, reliable, and responsible manner. Our Chief Pilot, Jason Damman, is a certified flight instructor (CFI) and holds an FAA Airline Transport Pilot certificate and FAA Part 107 drone license. He is a subject matter expert in national airspace and FAA regulations through his 20 years of experience as an airline pilot and 7 years of V1DroneMedia commercial drone operations.
Jason teaches regularly scheduled Part 107 Drone License Prep Classes, Hands-On Drone Operations, and Flight Training, as well as custom and on-demand courses to individuals and groups, and travels locally and nationally to bring Basic Public Safety Drone Training to Police, Fire, and other Public Safety agencies. He is also one of the founders of the North Coast Drone Alliance and is on the Cleveland FAAST Team.
Jason has trained numerous individuals and first responders to successfully pass their Part 107 Tests and fly drones. Read some of their testimonials and sign up for drone class notifications as they get scheduled, and check out the Events page for upcoming scheduled drone training classes near you. If you are part of an organization, learn how your employees can take our drone training classes for free in Ohio!
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Drone classes we offer
Individual and Small Group Hands-On Drone Flight Training
Public Safety Drone Training Course
Introduction to Drones - will give you an overview of drone basics: equipment, regulations, careers (best for those who want to get started with their new drone, or are curious about the drone industry and FAA regulations)
Drone Operations and Hands-on Flight Training (to learn proper drone operation procedures, and practice hands-on flying)
FAA Part 107 Drone License Prep Course (geared toward students who want to take the Part 107 Exam to get Remote Pilot Certificate enabling them to fly drones commercially)
Basic Public Safety Drone Training is designed to enable first responder agencies to incorporate drones into their operations (FAA Part 107 Drone License Test Prep, Hands-On Flying, Equipment Recommendations, Drone Program Setup)
Ohio TechCred Program Information
If you are part of an organization and need financial help to upskill your employees with drone flight skills and drone licenses, you can obtain funding to pay for our classes through the Ohio TechCred program (listed as FAA Drone Technology UAS and Remote Pilot (Unmanned Aircraft)), which are both part of the approved Ohio TechCred credentials, and are part of the courses we provide. Read our blog post Get Your Drone License Training For Free in Ohio for more details and check out our Ohio TechCred Page.
Introduction to Drones class
Introduction to Drones Class
This Introduction to Drones class, taught by an expert airline and drone pilot who is a drone services business owner, Jason Damman, will give you all the information you need to start flying drones in a safe and legal manner. The class will also provide an overview of drone career paths and what you need to do to get started. The class will include drone demonstrations outside, weather permitting. You can bring your own drone if you have one, and there will be one on-site.
This class is ideal for an aspiring drone enthusiast, hobbyist, or someone interested in robotics, drones, or technology-related careers.
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Part 107 Drone License Prep Course
FAA Part 107 Drone Certificate Prep Course
Drones, or Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), have many applications in the following business sectors: photography, film & TV, marketing and advertising, agriculture, architecture and construction, conservation, delivery, emergency services, engineering, environmental monitoring, and homeland security. This 2-day prep course will prepare all participants to sit for the FAA Part 107 Certification exam.
The cost of the exam is not included in the course fee.
Overview of Topics:
Principles of Flight
Weather
Reading Aviation Weather Reports and Weather Sources
Airspace Classification
Reading Aviation Maps
Airport Operations
Traffic patterns, signs and markings, and radio communications
Weight and Balance
Pre-flight procedures
UAS Operations, Specifications, Limitations, Maintenance, and Reporting
Operational Waivers and Airspace Authorizations
Human Factors and Decision-Making
FAA Part 107 Pilot Certification and Registration Requirements
Drone Regulation Changes and Practice Exams
Third-Party Software/Apps
Access to Covered Materials and Additional Resources
Format: 2-Day Group Course (8:30 am - 4:30 pm), with 1 hour for lunch (lunch not included)
Cost: $499 (last class at this price - next class will be at $545)
Upcoming Dates: January 25-26, 2025
Location: Ohio Drone Repair (Akron, OH)
Drone Operations Group Class
This 6-hour group class is geared toward anyone who is interested in learning how to operate drones and consists of 2 parts: an in-class overview and outdoor drone flight instruction.
Hands-On Drone Operations Training
The in-class portion will cover:
· Basic principles of flying - Pitch and Roll, Thrust and Yaw
· Drone Maintenance (batteries, storage, etc.)
· Drone Calibrations
· Flight App Settings
· Camera Settings (Photo/Video)
· Using Third-Party Apps
· Creating Automated Flight Paths
· Safety in Operations: Pre and Post-Flight Checklists, etc.
· Intelligent Flight Modes
The outdoor portion with guided hands-on experience:
· Pre-flight inspections, drone calibrations
· App settings and Battery monitoring techniques
· Take-offs and landings (manual and auto modes)
· Basic flight maneuvers (various patterns)
· Advanced flight maneuvers
· Using Intelligent flight modes
· Using Pre-planned Flights to Conduct a Mission
· Emergency maneuvers (return to home function, power-down while in flight, etc.)
Format: Group (max 5 students) 6-hour class (9 am - 4 pm with 1 hour for lunch)
Cost: $245 per person
Location: TBD
Upcoming Dates: TBD
Custom Hands-On Drone Flight Training -
Individual or Small Group
Here at V1DroneMedia, we know the importance of getting hands-on experience flying the drone with professional guidance during your drone pilot training.
Our company was born after a long career in manned aviation, which stresses the importance of flight hours for a pilot’s training and passing ‘check rides’ with instructors before flying as a fully accredited pilot.
This is why we are now offering Hands-On Drone Flight Training, tailored to your skill level and desired goals. During a typical session you will:
Meet with our expert drone flight instructor at a convenient outdoor location
Learn to fly on your drone or on a DJI drone provided by the instructor
Get acquainted with the drone flight apps
Conduct pre-flight and post-flight checklists
Practice flying to master orientation, flight maneuvers, and more advanced flight skills
Learn about intelligent flight modes and try them out
Capture photos and video
Learn about common flight issues and how to handle them
Learn basic safety principles of flying a drone
Ask questions about drone laws, operations, careers, and more
Hands-On Drone Training Pricing -
Gift Certificates available!
Pricing for Hands-On Individual and Small Group Classes
Drone Training Testimonials
“I can’t say enough good things about Jason and V1DroneMedia. I was struggling with the online courses for part 107. I decided to try V1DroneMedia’s in-person part 107 course, and I’m glad I did. The way Jason presents the material makes it easy to comprehend and I was able to pass my part 107 exam with no problem.
After getting my part 107 certification, I was struggling setting up a drone my department purchased. I contacted Jason again and he walked me through setting up the settings and pre and post flight operations.
I recommend anyone looking to get their part 107 certification to take V1DroneMedia course. I truly believe I couldn’t have passed it without it.”
“The information covered was explained very well. Interaction with the other people in the class helped to retain the information presented due they each had different ways of looking at the information. It made it easy to take notes (which is really helping me going through the added study information Jason advised us to review) and the Jason’s experience added to understanding of the rules of flying a drone.
I would recommend to anyone interested in obtaining the FAA Part 107 Certificate.
Thank You for your time Jason.”
“Jason’s class was great! I highly recommend it! It is a great refresher even for the most experienced drone pilots. I had questions and Jason answered them all. The hands on flying was great. If you have your own drone I highly recommend you bring it. Since that is what you are use to. I have more confidents using the various modes now than before. Thank you for a great class. I highly recommend these courses.”
“I recently utilized Jason’s services as an instructor. The tutorial session was performed with a DJI Mini Pro 3. Jason was patient, and very thorough. Jason took me through the step by step process of setting up, and he incrementally and methodically taught me numerous navigation drills. He helped to reinforce what I practiced in the past, proceeded to demonstrate more advanced flying maneuver.
In summary, I would definitely recommend Jason’s instructional services for beginners, and people who are endeavoring to increase their knowledge base.”
“At 61 I don’t look forward to learning new tricks. But Jason made Part 107 a pleasure. Jason is an excellent instructor, it was a great class!”
“Every aspect of the test was covered in the (Part 107) course. For me, being new to this industry additional study time to fully comprehend the information was essential. The instructor provided real-time knowledge and experience in different areas of UAS which was what I was looking for. So thank you again for the great course and insight into the private side of the industry. ”
““Awesome class, prepping for the Part 107 Drone Exam! Jason was very knowledgeable, and presented the material in a logical and friendly way!””
“Jason was extremely knowledgeable. Not only his drone experience, but his previous pilot career also gave him a much better perception. I’m very glad and grateful that I learned all those essential things from him and that I would start doing things correctly with good behavior in the beginning. From the things we have to pay attention to, to the things we don’t realize could be potential problems.”
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Drones for Business - Watch Pre-Recorded Webinar
Did you know that the drone industry is projected to grow faster than the IT industry and reach $63.6B in drone services alone? While you may think of drones as tools for aerial video and photography, they can also collect visual data that can be analyzed for decision making in many industries, improving efficiencies of their operations. Today, the use of drones is a hot trend in Construction, Surveying, Mapping, Engineering, Real Estate, Agriculture, and other industries.
This Drone Information session for businesses, presented by an expert airline and drone pilot who is also a drone services business owner, Jason Damman, will give you an overview of the drone industry and drone solutions for a variety of industries. The presentation will also provide guidance on how you can get started with drones for your business.
Topics Covered include Drone Industry growth, Drone Laws, How to Get Started, and innovative applications in
Photography and Videography
AEC (architecture, engineering, construction)
Surveying and Mapping
Asset management (3D modeling and inspections)
Emergency Response
Agriculture and Forestry
Data management solutions (photogrammetry for 3D modeling, project management, etc.)