Location
Public Safety Building - Johnston Community College Main Campus
College Road
(Building J)
Smithfield, NC 27577
NIST-Aligned Hands-On UAS Flight Proficiency Drone Training
Description
Must be employed by a public safety agency such as Fire, Police, or EMS. Fees may apply for federal and out of state law enforcement.
Class Schedule:
September 24th: 8am-5pm
September 25th: 8am-5pm
Total Hours: 16
Location: Public Safety Building, JCC Main Campus
Instructor: Drone Right, LLC
This hands-on course provides practical flight training aligned with NIST UAS flight proficiency standards. Students complete structured flight scenarios emphasizing aircraft control, crew coordination, and operational safety. This course is suitable for initial or recurring third-party proficiency certification training. Qualified applicants will have the opportunity to pursue LEDA certification, which exceeds nationally accepted NIST proficiency standards. Drones are provided by the instructor as needed.
*If you can not register due to the class being at max capacity and would like to be added to a waitlist, please contact Will McIntosh at wcmcintosh@johnstoncc.edu or (919) 464-2352.*
