Outdoor Skills

Drone Flying & Aerial Photography

Fly Legal, Shoot Cinematic, Land Safe

12 lessons4 modules9h 0m durationbeginner level

Instructor: StretchLearn Faculty

About this course

This course walks you through every stage of becoming a competent recreational or commercial drone pilot. You will master preflight procedures, decode sectional charts and LAANC airspace authorisations, dial in camera and gimbal settings for smooth aerial video, and build the battery and landing discipline that keeps every flight safe. By the end you will have the knowledge to pass the Part 107 (USA) or Transport Canada Basic RPAS exam and fly confidently in real-world conditions.

Curriculum

Module 1: Controller Setup, Hardware, and Preflight3 lessons

Anatomy of a Consumer DronePreview45m
Controller Configuration and App Setup🔒45m
Building a Repeatable Preflight Checklist🔒45m

Module 2: Airspace, Regulations, and Exam Preparation3 lessons

Understanding Airspace Classes and Charts🔒45m
Part 107 and Transport Canada RPAS Exam Overview🔒45m
LAANC Authorisations and Flying Near Airports🔒45m

Module 3: Aerial Camera Settings and Cinematic Technique3 lessons

Manual Camera Settings for Aerial Video🔒45m
Cinematic Drone Movement Patterns🔒45m
Composition and Lighting for Aerial Photography🔒45m

Module 4: Battery Management, Safe Operations, and Emergency Procedures3 lessons

LiPo Battery Science and Lifecycle Management🔒45m
Identifying Safe Landing Zones in the Field🔒45m
Emergency Procedures and Return-to-Home Mastery🔒45m