AD Flight to the Future
A collection of carefully tailored online ground and flight training courses, along with business formation that allow you to start your own professional drone operations
Comprehensive training for commercial drone success
Aquiline Drones’ Flight to the Future is a robust, self-paced online training program designed to prepare aspiring drone professionals for the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certification while also equipping them with the tools to build and operate a successful drone business. Launched in 2020, the program combines in-depth regulatory training, flight operations knowledge, and business development guidance with access to Aquiline’s cloud-based fleet management and mission planning tools.
Key focus areas
Part 107 Training & Certification Prep
Provides comprehensive prep materials to help aspiring commercial drone pilots pass the FAA Part 107 exam.
Covers key FAA topics: airspace classification, weather, flight operations, drone laws, etc.
Drone Business Development
Teaches how to launch and scale a drone services business.
Includes modules on marketing, insurance, client acquisition, pricing strategies, and industry-specific applications (e.g., real estate, inspection, agriculture).
Cloud-Based Tools
Students get access to AD Cloud, Aquiline’s proprietary cloud and AI platform.
The course promotes future use of the company’s ecosystem for drone mission planning, data storage, and fleet management.
Course structure
Training and Certification
Using the AD Cloud
Mastering a Solution
My Drone Business
Flexible, career-focused drone training
AD’s Flight to the Future is designed with flexibility and real-world impact in mind. Entirely online and self-paced, the program is ideal for working professionals seeking to enter or advance in the drone industry on their own schedule. More than just flight training, it offers a holistic approach—covering legal compliance, safety protocols, and operational planning—while guiding students in building viable, scalable drone businesses.
Designed as a complete “career development path” within the growing drone economy, the program is tailored for aspiring FAA Part 107-certified pilots, entrepreneurs launching drone-based ventures, and industry professionals—such as inspectors, insurance adjusters, and realtors—looking to integrate drone technology into their existing workflows.
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