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The High School Drone Certification Program is a semester-long FAA Part 107 pathway from the first ASTM Approved Training Provider. For one semester, twenty-four students pair online curriculum with weekly Fly Day Friday flight labs using twelve HolyStone HS360s drones and a classroom-sized arena.

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Students Served: 24 students
Scalable Program Design
Scalable Program Design
Semester-Length CTE Program
Semester-Length CTE Program
12 HolyStone HS360s Drones Included
12 HolyStone HS360s Drones Included
Drone Arena Included
Drone Arena Included
WHAT'S INCLUDED
  • 1 year of teacher access to the USI learning management system
  • 24 student seats for the Part 107 Prep Course
  • 1 teacher guide
  • 24 student workbooks
  • 12 HolyStone HS360s drone combos
  • Full set of competition field elements
  • One 10' x 20' drone arena
SPECIFICATIONS & SAFETY
  • Flight Time: Up to 20 minutes per battery
  • Weight: 249 g (sub-250 g, no FAA registration required)
  • Camera: 4K UHD with GPS positioning
  • Remote Control: 2.4 GHz radio-controlled drone
  • Note: Section 889 compliant
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High School Drone Certification Program

High School Drone Certification Program

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High School Drone Certification Program

Learn. Fly. Certify.

Students don't just prepare for the FAA Part 107 exam—they log real flight hours every week. Through one semester of blended instruction, learners build aeronautical knowledge on the USI platform and put it into practice every Friday with twelve HolyStone HS360s drones and a dedicated arena.
Twelve HolyStone HS360s Drones

Twelve HolyStone HS360s Drones

Each combo includes three batteries, a controller, and a carrying case. The HS360s features a 4K UHD camera, GPS positioning, up to 20 minutes of flight time per battery, and a sub-250g frame that keeps it under the FAA registration threshold. Section 889 compliant and purpose-built for repeated classroom use.

Fly Day Friday Labs

Fly Day Friday Labs

The semester follows the Learn-Apply-Master model. Students study USI modules during the week, then apply their knowledge every Friday through structured flight labs covering real maneuvers, mission planning, and scenario-based operations.

Dedicated Drone Arena

Dedicated Drone Arena

The included 10' x 20' arena and competition field elements create a safe, repeatable flight environment right in your classroom. No gym time, no outdoor weather dependency, no scheduling conflicts.

Industry-Recognized Certification Pathway

Industry-Recognized Certification Pathway

The USI curriculum is developed by the first ASTM Approved Training Provider for Remote Pilot and Aviation Maintenance Technician training. Certifications align with ASTM International, the International Business Aviation Council, and the U.S. Department of Labor's Standard Occupational Classification System—connecting classroom learning directly to workforce standards.

What Students Will Do

The global drone market is valued at $73 billion and growing at 14% annually, with more than 260,000 jobs projected in aerospace alone. This program builds both the knowledge and the flight skills students need to enter this expanding industry.
  • Complete twenty hours of FAA Part 107 exam preparation on the USI platform
  • Fly HolyStone HS360s drones weekly in structured Fly Day Friday labs
  • Practice real maneuvers including takeoff, landing, hovering, and navigation
  • Execute mission planning exercises covering route design and risk assessment
  • Work through scenario-based operations: mapping, inspections, and emergency response
  • Build critical thinking, planning, regulatory compliance, and teamwork skills
  • Prepare for and sit for the official FAA Part 107 Commercial Remote Pilot exam

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High School Drone Certification Program
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Grade Level Grades 9–12Grades 9–12+ Grades 9–12
Curriculum Length 1 semester / ~80 hours20 hours (self-paced) 1 year / ~150 hours
Drones & Hardware Included 12 HolyStone HS360s Combos + 10' x 20' drone arena + expansion kits—10–15 HolyStone HS360s Combos + 10' x 20' drone arena + expansion kits
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Best For CTE semester courses, intro aviation electivesCertification prep, flexible schedules, after-school or summer programs Full CTE pathway, dual-credit, and workforce programs
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Step 1—Purchase and Plan Your Semester: Contact your Pitsco Education Advisor or purchase online. Your package includes twelve HolyStone HS360s drone combos, a drone arena, competition field elements, USI curriculum access for twenty-four students, and all lab materials.

Step 2—Set Up the Arena and LMS: Assemble the 10' x 20' drone arena in your classroom or lab. Create student accounts on the USI learning management system and distribute workbooks.

Step 3—Weekly Knowledge Building: Monday through Thursday, students work through USI modules covering FAA Part 107 knowledge areas—airspace, weather, regulations, emergency procedures, and aeronautical decision-making.

Step 4—Fly Day Friday: Every Friday, students take the week's learning to the flight line. In structured labs, they practice real maneuvers, mission planning, and scenario-based operations with the HolyStone HS360s drones inside the arena.

Step 5—Certification Readiness: After sixteen weeks of blended instruction, students complete built-in assessments and prepare to sit for the official FAA Part 107 exam at an approved testing center.

From Classroom to Flight Line—Certification and Real-World Skills in One Semester

The High School Drone Certification Program teaches students that professional drone operations require both knowledge and practice. Through sixteen weeks of blended instruction—digital USI curriculum paired with weekly Fly Day Friday flight labs—students build the aeronautical foundation and hands-on flight skills that connect directly to careers across dozens of industries.

The drone industry is one of the fastest-growing technology sectors in the world. According to Grand View Research, the global drone market is valued at $73 billion and growing at 14% annually. With more than 260,000 jobs projected in aerospace alone—and drone applications expanding into agriculture, construction, public safety, and environmental monitoring—students who earn their Part 107 certification and log real flight hours enter a workforce with strong demand and clear career pathways.

Students explore how FAA Part 107 certification and flight experience connect to careers in:
• Aerial photography and videography
• Infrastructure inspection and surveying
• Agricultural monitoring and precision farming
• Public safety, search and rescue, and emergency response
• Real estate, construction, and site mapping
• Environmental monitoring and wildlife conservation

They don't just study drone operations. They fly every week.

Aeronautical Knowledge (USI Curriculum)
• Airspace classification systems and operating requirements
• Weather theory, aviation weather sources, and effects on UAS operations
• FAA regulations governing commercial drone flights
• Emergency procedures, contingency planning, and aeronautical decision-making

Flight Skills (Fly Day Friday Labs)
• Pre-flight inspections and safety checklists
• Manual flight control: takeoff, landing, hovering, and navigation
• Mission planning: route design, risk assessment, and resource management
• Scenario-based operations: mapping, inspections, and emergency response

Professional Skills Built Through the Program
• Critical thinking and problem solving
• Planning and risk management
• Procedural and regulatory compliance
• Communication and teamwork
• Data collection and analysis
• Machinery assembly and servicing

Career Connections
• USI is the first ASTM Approved Training Provider for Remote Pilot certification
• Curriculum aligned to the U.S. Department of Labor's Standard Occupational Classification System
• Program approved by several State Departments of Education
• Foundation for advanced certifications, dual-credit, and workforce pathway programs

Why CTE Directors Love the High School Drone Certification Program

Twelve Drones, One Arena

Twelve Drones, One Arena

Everything your program needs arrives in one shipment: twelve HolyStone HS360s combos, a 10' x 20' arena, field elements, curriculum, and workbooks.

Fly Day Friday

Fly Day Friday

The Learn-Apply-Master model turns weekly flight labs into the most anticipated day of the school week, reinforcing retention and building real operational skills.

First ASTM-Approved Provider

First ASTM-Approved Provider

USI is the first ASTM Approved Training Provider for Remote Pilot certification, with credentials validated by ASTM International, the International Business Aviation Council, and the U.S. Department of Labor.

CTE and Perkins V Aligned

CTE and Perkins V Aligned

Built for Career and Technical Education programs with implementation support for Perkins V, STEM pathways, and workforce development funding.

Section 889 Compliant

Section 889 Compliant

The HolyStone HS360s meets federal procurement requirements, removing a common barrier for school and district purchasing.

Scalable Program Design

Scalable Program Design

Start with one semester section of twenty-four students. Add drones, seats, and arena time as your program grows into full-year and multi-section implementations.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the Fly Day Friday model?

Each week, students build aeronautical knowledge through USI's digital modules Monday through Thursday. On Friday, they apply what they learned in a structured hands-on flight lab—practicing real maneuvers, mission planning, and scenario-based operations with the HolyStone HS360s drones inside the included arena.

What grade levels is this program designed for?

The High School Drone Certification Program is designed for Grades 9–12. The blended format—self-paced digital curriculum plus structured weekly flight labs—works for CTE semester courses, intro aviation electives, and workforce pathway programs.

How many drones and students does this program support?

The package includes twelve HolyStone HS360s drone combos and twenty-four student seats. Students work in pairs during flight labs, giving every learner regular stick time. Contact your Education Advisor for larger configurations.

What makes the Unmanned Safety Institute's curriculum credible?

USI is the first ASTM Approved Training Provider for Remote Pilot and Aviation Maintenance Technician training. Their certifications align with ASTM International, the International Business Aviation Council, and the U.S. Department of Labor's Standard Occupational Classification System. The program has received approval from several State Departments of Education and has issued over 25,000 certifications across more than 1,000 partner organizations.

Is the HolyStone HS360s drone Section 889 compliant?

Yes. The HolyStone HS360s meets federal Section 889 procurement requirements, which is often a prerequisite for school and district purchasing with public funds.

Can I start with just the online course and add drones later?

Yes. The USI Commercial Remote Pilot Online Prep Course is available separately as a self-paced, ten-seat annual license. Schools can start with certification prep and upgrade to this semester program when they are ready for hands-on flight.