Commercial Drone Licensure and Flight Fundamentals

This package combines Drone Technology & Flight Fundamentals with Commercial Drone Licensure and Part 107 Exam Prep—equipping students with both hands-on skills and industry credentials.

Ready-to-Use Curriculum

No lesson planning needed. Each unit includes video lessons, short readings, interactive checks, and hands-on flying activities.

Workbooks & Teacher Guides

Printable and digital resources, pacing guides, and activities that reinforce FAA Part 107 prep while supporting all learners.

Built for Teachers

Plug-and-play structure with auto-graded assessments, accommodations for diverse learners, and alignment to STEM and CTE standards.

Ongoing Support

Our team is always available to answer questions, provide guidance, and help your program succeed.

What’s Inside the Program

When you choose the Commercial Drone Licensure and Part 107 Exam Prep course, you’re getting a classroom-ready program built to help students earn their FAA certification and understand real-world drone operations.

SECTION 1: MODULE 1

Overview of the UAS Industry

1.0 - UAS Regulations: Section Overview
1.1- Introduction and Background
1.2 - Part 107 Eligibility and Requirements
1.3 - Drone Registration and Pilot in Command
1.4 - Who Regulates Drones and Why It Matters
1.5 - Recreational vs Commercial Drone Operations
1.6 - The Origin of Drone Laws: Brief History
1.7 - Top UAS Manufacturers Today
Module 1 Graded Quiz
Drones and Space Exploration

SECTION 1: MODULE 2

Current UAS Applications and Career Pathways

2.0 - Current UAS Applications and Career Pathways: Section Overview
2.1 - Current UAS Applications and Career Pathways Introduction
2.2 - Drones in Agriculture
2.3 - Drones in Energy
2.4 - Drones in Construction and Engineering
2.5 - Drones in Advanced Manufacturing
2.6 - Drones in Transportation and Logistics
2.7 - Drones in Public Safety
2.8 - Drones in Media and Entertainment
Module 2 Graded Quiz
Exploring Career Paths in the Drone Industry

SECTION 1: MODULE 3

Future of the UAS Industry

3.0 - Future of the UAS Industry: Section Overview
3.1 - Future of the UAS Industry Introduction
3.2 - Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) Operations
3.3 - Drone Docks and Remote Operations
3.4 - Autonomous Flight and Artificial Intelligence
3.5 - Urban Air Mobility and Drone Taxis
Module 3 Graded Quiz
Drones to the Rescue
Mid-Flight Feedback

SECTION 1: MODULE 4

UAS Platforms and Components

4.0 - UAS Platforms and Components: Section Overview
4.1 - Intro to UAS Platforms and Components
4.2 - Fixed Wing and Rotary Configurations
4.3 - How Drones Fly
4.4 - UAS Motors: Brushed vs Brushless
4.5 - UAS Motors: Inrunner vs Outrunner
4.6 - Batteries and Power Systems
4.7 - Flight Controllers and Electronic Speed Controllers (ESCs)
4.8 - Inertial Measurement Unit (IMU)
4.9 - GPS / GNSS Receiver
4.10 - Obstacle Avoidance Sensors
4.11 - Remote Controllers and Command Stations
4.12 - Gimbals
4.13 - Sensor Technologies
Module 4 Graded Quiz
Mission Accomplished

SECTION 1: MODULE 5

UAS Flight Fundamentals

5.0 - UAS Flight Fundamentals: Section Overview
5.1 - Intro to Flying Fundamentals
5.2 - UAS Flight Characteristics
5.3 - The Three Axes of Flight
5.4 - Getting to Know the Controller
5.5 - TRUST Exam
5.6 - Flight Exercise 1: Connect, Take Off, Land
Flight Exercise #1: Takeoff, Hover, Land
Module 5 Graded Quiz
Flying Fundamentals

SECTION 1: MODULE 6

Basic and Advanced Flight Exercises

6. 0 - Basic and Advanced Flight Exercises: Section Overview
6.1 - Intro to Flight Exercises
6.2 - Flight Exercise 2: Yaw 360 Degrees
Flight Exercise #2: Yaw 360 Degrees
6.3 - Flight Exercise 3: Banking Left and Right
Flight Exercise #3: Banking Left and Right
6.4 - Flight Exercise 4: Forward Facing Square
Flight Exercise #4: Forward Facing Square
6.5 - Flight Exercise 5: Forward Facing Circle
Flight Exercise #5: Forward Facing Circle
6.6 - Flight Exercise 6: Yaw Square
Flight Exercise #6: Yaw Square
6.7 - Flight Exercise 7: Banked Turns, Circle Maneuver
Flight Exercise #7: Banked Turns, Circle Maneuver
6.8 - Flight Exercise 8: Point of Interest Circles
Flight Exercise #8: Point of Interest Circles

SECTION 1: MODULE 7

Exam

SECTION 1: MODULE 8

UAS Regulations

8.0 - UAS Regulations: Section Overview
8.1- Introduction and Background
8.2 - Part 107 Eligibility and Requirements
8.3 - Drone Registration and Pilot in Command
8.4 - Hazardous Operations
8.5 - Regulatory Deviation and Accident Reporting
8.6 - Operating Limitations
8.7 - Flight Over People
8.8 - Flight Over Moving Vehicles
8.9 - Flight at Night
8.10 - Visual Line of Sight
8.11 - Airspace Restrictions & Requirements
8.12 - Preflight Requirements
8.13 - Waivers & Compliance
8.14 - Remote ID
Module 1 Graded Quiz
Activity: Sequence Challenge

SECTION 1: MODULE 9

Introduction to the National Airspace

9.0 - Introduction to the National Airspace: Section Overview
9.1- Introduction to National Airspace
9.2 - Your Best Friend - The Sectional Chart Legend
9.3 - Understanding Above Ground Level (AGL) vs. Mean Sea Level (MSL)
9.4 - Class A Airspace
9.5 - Class B Airspace
9.6 - Class C Airspace
9.7 - Class D Airspace
9.8 - Class E Airspace
9.9 - Class G Airspace
9.10 - Special Use Airspace
Module 2 Graded Quiz
Aerial Videography Activity

SECTION 1: MODULE 10

Reading Sectional Charts

10.0 - Reading Sectional Charts: Section Overview
10.1 - How to Read the Airport Data Block
10.2 - How to Read Obstruction Information
10.3 - Latitude and Longitude
10.4 - Reading Class E Airspace on Sectional Charts
10.5 - Reading Class D Airspace on Sectional Charts
10.6 - Reading Class C Airspace on Sectional Charts
10.7 - Reading Class B Airspace on Sectional Charts
10.8 - VFR Checkpoints
10.9 - Victor Airways
10.10 - Magnetic Variation
Module 3 Graded Quiz
Sectional Charts Activity
Regulations and Airspace Assignment

SECTION 2: MODULE 1

Radio Communications

1.0 - Radio Communications: Section Overview
1.1 - Communication Procedures
1.2 - UNICOM & ATIS
1.3 - The Phonetic Alphabet
1.4 - Radio Phraseology
Module 4 Graded Quiz

SECTION 2: MODULE 2

Effects of Weather on Unmanned Aircraft

2.0 - Effects of Weather: Section Overview
2.1- Introduction to Weather
2.2 - Air Masses and Fronts
2.3 - Atmospheric Stability
2.4 - Temperature Inversions
2.5 - Temperature & Dew Point
2.6 - Clouds & Icing
2.7 - Thunderstorms
2.8 - Density Altitude
2.9 - Atmospheric Pressure
2.10 - Wind
2.11 - Low-Level Windshear & Microbursts
Module 5 Graded Quiz
Search and Rescue Activity
Mid-Flight Feedback

SECTION 2: MODULE 3

Sources of Weather Information

3.0 - Sources of Weather Information: Section Overview
3.1 - Internet Sources of Weather
3.2 - METARs
3.3 - Terminal Aerodrome Forecasts (TAFs)
3.4 - METAR and TAF Glossary
3.5 - Convective SIGMETs
Module 6 Graded Quiz
Assessing Weather for UAS Flight

SECTION 2: MODULE 4

Loading and Performance

4.0 - Loading & Performance: Section Overview
4.1 - Introduction and The Four Forces
4.2 - Lift
4.3 - Stalls
4.4- Center of Gravity & Stability
4.5 - Weight & Loading
4.6 - Bank & Angle Effect on Load Factor
Module 7 Graded Quiz

SECTION 2: MODULE 5

Airport Operations

5.0 - Airport Operations: Section Overview
5.1 - Types of Airports
5.2 - Monitoring ATC Communications
5.3 - Runway Markings & Signage
5.4 - Airport Traffic Patterns
5.5 - Security Identification Display Areas
5.6 - Bird & Wildlife Hazards
Module 8 Graded Quiz
Forces of Flight and Airport Operations Activity

SECTION 2: MODULE 6

Emergency Procedures, Maintenance, & Inspection

6.0 - Emergency Procedures, Maintenance, and Inspection: Section Overview
6.1- Lithium Batteries
6.2 - Loss of Control-Link, Fly-Aways, and Loss of GPS
6.3 - Frequency Spectrums
6.4 - Scheduled & Unscheduled Maintenance
6.5 - Pre-Flight Inspection
6.6 - Record Keeping
6.7 - Persons That May Perform Maintenance
6.8 - Insurance & Liabilty
Module 9 Graded Quiz

SECTION 2: MODULE 7

Physiology

7.0 - Physiology: Section Overview
7.1 - Dehydration & Heatstroke
7.2 - Alcohol
7.3 - Prescription & Over-the-Counter Meds
7.4 - Hyperventilation
7.5 - Stress
7.6 - Fatigue
7.7 - Vision
7.8 - Fitness for Flight
Module 10 Graded Quiz
Drone Obstacle Course

SECTION 2: MODULE 8

Aeronautical Decision Making (ADM)

8.0 - Aeronautical Decision Makng (ADM): Section Overview
8.1 - ADM Process
8.2 - Crew Resource Management (CRM)
8.3 - Situational Awareness
8.4 [Knowledge Check] - Safety Management System (SMS)
8.6 - PAVE Checklist
Module 11 Graded Quiz
Wrap-Up Reflection

SECTION 2: MODULE 9

Final Exam

SECTION 2: MODULE 10

Part 107 Exam Simulations

Why Schools Choose Drone Launch Learning

Schools across the country are looking for ways to connect classroom learning with real-world skills. Drone Launch Learning makes that simple. Our programs are built to fit seamlessly into existing STEM or career pathways—giving educators ready-to-teach resources and giving students an edge in the fast-growing drone industry.

Keeps Students Engaged 

Interactive lessons, flying activities, and real-world examples make learning drones fun and relevant.

Delivers Real Credentials

Prepares students for FAA Part 107 license, a recognized certification they can use in jobs right after graduation.

Strengthens STEM & CTE Pathways 

Aligns with existing programs while giving students career-ready, 21st-century skills.

Teacher-Friendly Design

Plug-and-play curriculum with guides, pacing support, and auto-graded assessments saves time & reduces prep work.

Who It’s For

Drone Launch Learning was built to make it easy for schools to bring drone education into the classroom. Whether you’re starting small or expanding your STEM offerings, our curriculum is designed to fit seamlessly into existing programs.

High School Teachers introducing students to drones and aviation concepts.

CTE, STEM, Engineering, or Tech Ed Classes that need hands-on, career-focused content.

Schools looking for plug-and-play STEM electives or enrichment content

Meet Your Instructors

Every lesson is taught by certified professionals who’ve trained pilots, led aviation operations, and worked on the cutting edge of drone technology.

Col. Don Berchoff (USAF Ret.)

Part 107 Exam Prep Course – Weather

BIO:

Colonel Don Berchoff is a weather instructor at Drone Launch Learning and CEO of TruWeather Solutions, a company providing advanced, real-time weather data for the aviation and transportation industries.

He previously served as Director of Science and Technology at the National Weather Service and collaborated with the FAA on NextGen Air Traffic Management System weather operations. During his Air Force career, Don earned non-rated crewmember wings as an airborne meteorologist, served as Air Force One meteorologist for President George H.W. Bush, and led large-scale weather operations supporting global missions.

His leadership and aviation weather expertise bring invaluable insight to Drone Launch Learning students.

Maj. Nathan Green (USAF Ret.)

Part 107 Exam Prep Course – Weather

BIO:

Major Nathan Green is one of Drone Launch Learning’s weather instructors. He serves as the Meteorological Operations Manager at TruWeather Solutions, where he focuses on how weather impacts drone operations.

Nathan’s Air Force career included leading weather operations for Air Force One, supporting over 120 aircraft and 15,000 soldiers, and serving as a Staff Weather Officer at the Pentagon. A Purple Heart recipient, he later contributed to the FAA’s NEXGEN weather modernization program.

Nathan holds a bachelor’s degree in Meteorology and a master’s degree in Geosciences.

Andrew Zimmitti

Part 107 Exam Prep Course – Regulation

BIO:

Andrew Zimmitti is the legal instructor at Drone Launch Learning. A partner at Manatt, Phelps & Phillips in Washington, D.C., Andrew has over 20 years of legal experience and advises clients on Unmanned Aircraft Systems regulations and compliance.

He is also a private pilot currently pursuing his instrument rating. Andrew earned his Juris Doctor from Georgetown Law and previously served as a Judge Advocate in the United States Navy.

David Young

Founder and CEO

BIO:

David Young is a drone enthusiast and an FAA-certified Advanced Ground Instructor. He has been tested and approved by the FAA to help students take and pass their FAA knowledge exams, such as the Unmanned Aircraft exam required for the Remote Pilot Certificate (what you need to fly drones commercially).

Bring Drone Education to Your Classroom

Give your students the tools to earn a real FAA certification, explore aviation careers, and gain future-ready STEM skills — all with a turnkey curriculum that’s built for teachers.

Questions? Answers.

Do teachers need prior drone experience to run this course?

No. The curriculum is built to be plug-and-play. You’ll get step-by-step teacher guides, pacing suggestions, quick-start training, and auto‑graded assessments so any teacher can facilitate confidently. In fact, our program is built specifically for teachers who don’t have much experience with drone technology.

How long does the program take, and can we flex it to our bell schedule?

It’s designed as a semester-length course, but it’s flexible. Schools run it in 9–18 week formats and adjust lesson blocks to fit different bell schedules and class lengths. There are about 3-5 instructional hours per week.

What equipment do we need, and which drones do you recommend for classrooms?

Start with affordable, durable drones that can handle beginner mistakes. We recommend the Holy Stone HS190 or the Syma X5C, which range from $30 to 50 per drone. Many schools begin with entry-level models like these, then add more advanced drones as students progress. We recommend a 3:1 student-to-drone ratio and will help you select specific models based on your class size, goals, and budget.

Can students earn an industry-recognized credential (FAA Part 107) with this course?

Yes. The course prepares students to pass the FAA Part 107 exam, a widely recognized industry credential included in many state CTE frameworks and incentive programs.

How is the curriculum aligned to CTE pathways and state standards?

The content supports CTE pathways and industry credentials, with specific alignment to standards in Alabama, Florida, North Carolina, Texas, and other states. We maintain state-alignment notes and can provide the language districts use for approvals, accountability indicators, and funding documentation.

What does onboarding look like for teachers and students?

After purchase, teachers receive portal access plus a live onboarding call and short training videos. You’ll learn how to add students, monitor grades, and navigate the course. Each student gets their own login with videos, readings, quizzes, and guided flight activities.

What ongoing support do you provide during the semester?

You’ll have responsive support from our Customer Success Manager, equipment guidance, and classroom resources throughout the term. We also conduct a mid-semester check-in call with all schools to ensure smooth deployment and student success. The curriculum is classroom-tested to reduce prep time and simplify management.

How is pricing structured, and can we purchase with a PO?

Pricing is per-student licensing on an annual basis, with quotes tailored to your expected enrollment. We support quotes, purchase orders, invoicing, and cohort enrollments for schools and districts.

What funding sources do schools typically use to pay for this?

Common sources include Perkins/CTE funds, state credential or incentive funds, and local grants. We can help you identify and navigate the best funding options for your school or district.

Do you have evidence of success—case studies, testimonials, or admin-ready one‑pagers?

Yes. We have case studies, principal testimonials, short videos, and one-pagers you can share with leadership during evaluation and approval. Here is a link to our case-studies page.

Let’s Build Your Drone Program

Whether you want to introduce students to drone technology, prepare them for FAA certification, or do both, Drone Launch Learning gives you a proven path.