Advanced Drone Search & Rescue (SAR) Course
Trainer: Lee Dodson
Level: Beginner
Length: 4-Day Course
Cost: $1,800 USD / Student
Prerequisite: Part 107
Introduction:
This four-day, instructor-led advanced training course is designed for drone pilots looking to specialize in Search and Rescue (SAR) operations. Combining hands-on mission-based training with advanced aerial techniques, this program prepares participants to effectively deploy drones in emergency response scenarios. Students will get to conduct real-world simulated missions, including a night time ops scenario.
What Students Will Learn:
- Advanced Drone Search & Rescue (SAR) Course
- Tactical deployment of drones in challenging environments
- Advanced thermal imaging and night operations
- Scene assessment and victim detection techniques
- Live field scenarios with search grids, mapping, and data interpretation
- Real-world scenarios and case studies to prepare for practical challenges
Who Should Attend?
- Advanced drone pilots seeking SAR specialization
- Law enforcement and emergency response teams
- Firefighters, disaster relief personnel, and rescue organizations
- Security and defense professionals involved in UAV operations
Why Attend This Course?
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Official Certification Preparation: Earn a Volatus Academy SAR Drone Operations Certification upon completion
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Advanced Techniques: Master thermal imaging, mapping, and advanced search techniques
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Learn from industry leaders: Train with professional SAR instructors and emergency responders
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Hands-On, Practical Knowledge: Conduct live field exercises simulating rescue scenarios
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Career Advancement: Learn to deploy drones for real-world SAR operations
About Your Instructor:
Lee Dodson, Senior RPAS Instructor
Lee Dodson is a veteran RPAS instructor and industry leader with over 20 years of hands-on experience in advanced drone operations and flight instruction. At Volatus Aerospace Inc., Lee designs and delivers specialized training programs for experienced pilots seeking to elevate their skills in complex mission environments—including BVLOS operations, aerial inspections, and cinematic workflows.
With a background in offshore energy, electronic engineering, and cinematography, Lee has trained professionals across sectors such as infrastructure, public safety, and film production. His instruction emphasizes mission planning, regulatory compliance, and air/ground risk assessment—core components of Volatus Academy’s advanced RPAS curriculum.
Lee’s teaching style is immersive, scenario-based, and grounded in real-world field experience. Advanced students benefit from his deep operational knowledge, precision-focused mindset, and commitment to safety and excellence in every mission.
