Drone Pilot Training

1. Course Outline

Module 1: Introduction to Drone Technology

• History and evolution of drones
• Types and classifications of drones
• Drone applications in industries (agriculture, construction, surveying, security, etc.)
• Legal and ethical considerations

Module 2: Malaysian Drone Regulations & Compliance

• Civil Aviation Authority of Malaysia (CAAM) regulations
• Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) laws and permits
• No-fly zones and restricted areas
• Registration, licensing, and insurance requirements

Module 3: Drone Hardware & Software

• Drone components and functions
• Battery management and maintenance
• Flight control systems and telemetry
• Introduction to drone software (DJI, Pix4D, Mission Planner, etc.)

Module 4: Flight Planning & Operations

• Pre-flight and post-flight checklists
• Weather considerations and risk assessment
• Airspace classification and mission planning
• Safety protocols and emergency procedures

Module 5: Practical Drone Flying Skills

• Manual and autonomous flight techniques
• Takeoff, landing, and maneuvering exercises
• Understanding GPS vs. ATTI modes
• Obstacle avoidance and emergency landings

Module 6: Aerial Photography & Videography (Optional Specialization)

• Camera settings and composition techniques
• Gimbal control and smooth flight movements
• Post-processing of aerial footage

Module 7: Drone Mapping & Surveying (Optional Specialization)

• Basics of photogrammetry and LiDAR
• Data collection techniques for mapping
• Processing drone data using GIS software

Module 8: Final Assessment & Certification

• Theory examination
• Practical flight test
• Scenario-based mission execution

2. Course Objectives

By the end of this course, participants will:

• Understand drone technology, applications, and regulations in Malaysia
• Gain proficiency in drone hardware, flight planning, and operations
• Develop hands-on flying skills for different drone applications
• Learn risk management and emergency response strategies
• Be prepared for CAAM certification and real-world drone operations

3. Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion, participants will be able to:

• Explain the principles of drone flight and navigation
• Operate a drone safely in compliance with Malaysian aviation laws
• Conduct pre-flight checks, mission planning, and safe landings
• Capture high-quality aerial imagery and videos (if specialization taken)
• Perform basic drone mapping and data analysis (if specialization taken)

4. Training Methodology

• Instructor-led classroom sessions (theory and regulations)
• Hands-on practical training (simulated and real-world flying)
• Scenario-based exercises (emergency procedures, mission execution)
• Use of drone flight simulators for safe initial practice
• Industry case studies and expert guest lectures
• Assessments (quizzes, practical tests, and final flight assessment)