Full course description
Start Date
February 13, 2026
Price
$50.00
Credential
Non-Credit Badge
Length
1/2 day
Commitment
4 Hours
Format
Synchronous
Recreational Drone Pilot
Course Description
Earn your FAA-recognized recreational drone license and take to the skies with confidence! This hands-on course introduces participants to the fundamentals of drone flight, safety protocols, and current FAA regulations. Using beginner-friendly drones, students will develop practical piloting skills through guided activities and aerial challenges. No prior experience required—just curiosity, focus, and a willingness to learn.
9:00 am – 1:00 pm
Nebraska Innovation Studio Room: Classroom
2021 Transformation Dr Ste 1500
Entrance B Lincoln NE 68508
Directions: Parking instructions will be emailed out 1 week in advance.
Learning Objectives
- Understand FAA rules and regulations for recreational drone flight
- Earn Recreational drone TRUST license
- Practice piloting skills
Target Learner
The target learner for this course is Students, Life Long Learners, Photographers.
Course Topics
- Drones
- Regulations
- Safety
Meet the Course Instructors
Travis Ray
Elijah Paulson
Policies
Refunds: Please note the course price does not include any credit card processing fees required by our vendor. Users shall submit refund requests via email to online@unl.edu within 48 hours of the course start date; no refunds will be given after the course has begun.
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