Task Force Drone
The Task Force Drone initiative offers veterans a unique and accessible employment opportunity that leverages their military skills and experience.
This program provides a comprehensive training platform and hands-on experience essential for launching a successful career in the Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) service industry.
Building on the self-paced study materials, this four-day, instructor-led practical course equips veterans with the core skills and real-world knowledge needed to perform basic drone operations as professional pilots.
Applicable Industries:
GIS, Surveying, Civil Engineering, BIM, Forestry, Utilities, Infrastructure Management, Construction, Building Services, Public Safety, Fire and First Response, Creative Media, Marketing, Photography, Film
Canadian veterans eligible for the Veterans Affairs Canada Education and Training Benefit can apply for the full course amount funded through the ETB Short Course funding stream.
To register for the Task Force Drone program, please email training@volatusaerospace.com with the course dates and location you would like to attend.
Lesson Plan
Day 1. Introductions, document checks, Housekeeping, Safety Protocols | Flight Review
Guide, Site Surveys, Checklists, SOP’s, CARS IX Review | Mavic Series RPAS Basic
Setup, Control, Function & Calibration | Basic Piloting & Flight Review Skills
Practice Routines
Day 2. Basic Aerial Photography & Videography Principles | Cinematic Video Capture
Techniques | Basic Data Workflows (Photo Editing, Video Production) | RPAS
Accessories (Prop Guards, Payload Release, Parachute etc.) | Advanced Piloting &
Skills Practice (NIST) & Flight Reviews
Day 3. Introduction to Drone Thermography | Introduction to the DJI Matrice 350 RTK &
Payloads | Basic RPAS Inspection Techniques | Introduction to Fixed-Wing RPAS
systems & Multispectral Sensors | Advanced Piloting & Skills Practice (NIST) &
Flight Reviews
Day 4. Mission Planning with the DJI Pilot App | Introduction to RTK GNSS Positioning |
Image Stitching & Point Cloud Construction using DJI Terra | Search & Rescue
Techniques with Third-Party apps | Advanced Piloting & Skills
Practice (NIST) & Flight Reviews | Q&A, Debrief & Graduation