Drone Training in Georgia

2,000+ PILOTS TRAINED, CUSTOMERS RATE 4.9 OUT OF 5 STARS

The class was fun and informative. Martin taught me things about the drone I wouldn’t have thought about as a novice operator – he was also able to answer all of my questions. I had lots of flying time which was great!

Adia J

It was very informative, my coach was professional, knowledgeable and made me feel completely comfortable flying for the first time.

Will F

My instructor was great. Martin is passionate about drones and he was a super nice guy, professional and fun to talk to. I learned some solid basics on cool shots and how to get started with aerial imaging.

John H

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Instructor: Martin Russell

Martin Russell is a large loss property adjuster by trade and owner of M&A Aerial LLC and The Red Tail Aerial Network LLC. He has logged over 1,000 flight hours on the DJI Phantom 4 Pro and Mavic Pro, and his drone work includes roof inspections, cinematography production, editing and real estate. He has taught numerous students using flight simulators and DJI products. Martin also builds custom First Person View rigs and loves to fly for fun using his Fat Shark goggles — he has taught numerous friends and family members how to build and tune freestyle and racing drones. Martin believes the industry is in its infancy and will only improve as the skills and knowledge of its pilots increases. He can train you on his DJI Phantom 4 Pro or Mavic Pro or on any DJI drone that you bring.

Training Location

North Cooper Lake Park Drone Training Georgia
Martin trains students at North Cooper Lake Park, 4201 North Cooper Lake Rd SE, Smyrna, GA 30082
Tramore Park Drone Training Georgia

Martin also trains students at Tramore Park, 2150 East-West Connector, Austell, GA 30106 

Browse Available Dates

Here’s how it works — Use the buttons below to browse Martin’s availability and to select a date and time for your training. We’ll ask some additional questions and will then follow-up with you to confirm that your class has been booked.

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If you wish to buy drone training as a gift, click here.

 

If you need to pay by check, by purchase order, or have any other questions, please send an email to training@uavcoach.com or call us at (888) 626-9052

Frequently Asked

Questions

Can I book a group of 4 or more?

Yes — we’re happy to chat with your group about training options.  Email training@uavcoach.com or call us at (888) 626-9052

What kind of drone will I get to fly?

Our coaches train with DJI equipment — you’ll be flying either a DJI Mavic, DJI Phantom, or DJI Inspire model. If you have questions about the best professional drone models, we’re happy to help.

Can I bring my own drone?

Yes — many of our students prefer to fly with their own equipment. We’ll ask you to make sure that your firmware is up-to-date, to fully charge your transmitter, phone/tablet and to bring extra batteries. We’ll also ask that you’ve registered your drone through the FAADroneZone portal.

Do I need to be FAA Part 107 certified?

No — our instructors are certified and insured under our company policy, so you don’t have to be. If you’re interested in becoming a certified drone pilot, check out our FAA certification guide. We’d love to help you study!

What about inclement weather?

We won’t make you fly in the rain! We’ll work with you and your local flight instructor to reschedule.

Is this a test prep class for the FAA Part 107 drone exam?

No — this is a hands-on drone flight class. If you want to get FAA-certified, check out our industry-leading Part 107 online test prep and training course.

Can I bring a friend, colleague, or family member with me?

Yes! A shared experience with a friend or family member is a great way to learn together and have fun. Our instructors will tailor the experience for your group. You can purchase a group session of 2 people for $395 for 2.5 hours (save $97 per person!) or a group session of 3 people for $495 for 3 hours (save $130 per person!)

Are you insured?

Yes — we hold an insurance policy that covers up to $1 million in liability during the course of your training class. If you bring your own drone to the training, while we would not insure any damage to the drone itself, our liability policy still covers you.

Is this training class right for me?

Our students come from a wide variety of backgrounds and industries. If you’re looking to go deep into the DJI Go 4 or DJI Fly app, explore intelligent flight modes and fail-safe settings and to really understand what to do before, during, and after your flight to not only fly safely but to comply with the regulations, then yes, we’d love to see you book time with us.

What's your cancellation policy?

Your flight training is 100% refundable if you cancel at least 3 days before your training date.

Can I buy a class for someone as a gift?

Absolutely! Click here to learn more.

training is TAILORED TO YOUR
SKILL LEVEL AND GOALS

DURING A TYPICAL session YOU WILL:

  • Meet with an expert and friendly instructor in a convenient outdoor location, like a park or athletic field
  • Learn on a popular DJI drone model provided by the instructor
  • Have 30-45 minutes of hands-on flying time to master orientation, basic flight maneuvers and more advanced flight skills
  • Walk through the DJI Go 4 or DJI Fly app
  • Learn how to handle obstacles such as lost GPS, low battery charge or emergencies
  • Practice flying under various intelligent flight modes
  • Capture photo and video at your flight location
  • Understand best practices of being a safe drone pilot
  • Ask questions about regulations, software, flight operations management, and more
  • Sign up with a friend, colleague, or family member to share the experience. Learn together. Have fun together. Save money together!
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Does your team need hands-on drone training?

We work with companies and organizations

enterprise drone training
group drone training fire department

An engineering team of four from Amgen needed to survey vertical structures. We set up a custom drone training with one of our Los Angeles instructors.

Southeastern Building Corporation wanted to use drones to capture aerial images of their residential and commercial construction projects. Our Nashville drone instructor trained two of their employees.

The Rutherford County GIS Department needed to survey land and infrastructure for things like development projects and flood zones. Our Nashville instructor trained three of their team members.

Fort Valley State University wanted to train 10 graduate students in their Engineering Technology Department to conduct research projects with their DJI Phantom. We built a half-day custom training with two instructors and two drones.

2,000+ PILOTS TRAINED, CUSTOMERS RATE 4.9 OUT OF 5 STARS

My instructor was great. Martin is passionate about drones and he was a super nice guy, professional and fun to talk to. I learned some solid basics on cool shots and how to get started with aerial imaging.

John H

Martin was very helpful and gave some really useful tips on how to fly the drone. I stayed behind after the lesson and practiced for another 45 minutes the exercises we worked on. Although he wasn’t specifically acquainted with my particular model, which is very new so not surprising, it didn’t really matter because what I needed to learn he was able to teach me. I was very satisfied.

Robert G

The class was fun and informative. Martin taught me things about the drone I wouldn’t have thought about as a novice operator – he was also able to answer all of my questions. I had lots of flying time which was great!

Adia J

PRICING FOR INDIVIDUALS AND GROUPS

1 PERSON

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$ 295
  • 2 hours

GROUP OF 2

Save $97 per person!
$ 395
  • 2.5 hours

GROUP OF 3

Save $130 per person!
$ 495
  • 3 hours

Bring a friend, colleague, or family member to share the experience.
Sign up and save together!

Flying Your Drone In Georgia

Before your training class, it might be helpful to familiarize yourself with the drone laws in Georgia.

 

If you are flying a drone for fun, you are considered a ‘recreational’ pilot and should be following the Recreational Flyers & Modeler Community-Based Organizations rules. You’ll need to complete The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST), register your drone, and understand where you can and cannot fly.

 

If you are flying a drone for ‘commercial’ purposes, you’ll need to get your FAA drone pilot certificate. This takes about 15-20 hours of studying and requires you to pass a 60-question multiple-choice exam. Here’s more information about how to get your drone pilot license.

 

And for fun, here’s a list of the best places to fly your drone in Atlanta. Blue skies and safe flying out there!

 

Drone Training Georgia

Drone Flight Training

At a Glance

Training Sessions from 2-3 Hrs

Individual or small group sessions typically start at 2 hours and go up to 3 hours with a larger group — this lets each student get plenty of hands-on 'stick time.'

FAA-Certified Part 107 Pilots

Our instructors are professional, experienced and friendly. All are FAA-certified as Remote Pilots and many have military and commercial aviation experience.

Flight Ops & Intelligent Flight Modes

Take your knowledge to the next level with flight operations apps, pre-flight and post-flight checklists, intelligent flight modes and more.

DJI Equipment & Software

We use popular DJI models to teach you the ins and outs of both the drone hardware and the flight software — transferable knowledge if you're already flying or plan to fly a DJI system.

Multirotor Flight Proficiency

Gain confidence, learn how to handle emergencies and feel in control of the drone. Practice flying both basic and advanced maneuvers.

Regulatory Compliance & Safety

Learn the rules about where and when you’re allowed to fly and stay smart, safe and compliant.