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Flying Drones for Fun and Images - Wheeling Campus

$89

with Larry Tackett

Calendar Apr 18, 2026 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

This class will introduce the student to basic drone concepts for recreational drone pilots. Topics include: FAA regulations for hobbyist pilots, understanding airspace and weather, safe preflight procedures and takeoff/landing techniques, and introductory drone photography or videography principles. There will be both classroom and actual drone flying components to this class. Students will receive 30 minutes of actual flying time during the class and the emphasis will be on flying for fun while preparing each student to obtain their own drone and to operate it safely.

Please email the instructor, Larry Tackett, if you have any questions: lptackett@gmail.com

Flying Drones for Fun and Images - New Martinsville Campus

$89

with Larry Tackett

Calendar Apr 25, 2026 at 9 am, runs for 1 week

This class will introduce the student to basic drone concepts for recreational drone pilots. Topics include: FAA regulations for hobbyist pilots, understanding airspace and weather, safe preflight procedures and takeoff/landing techniques, and introductory drone photography or videography principles. There will be both classroom and actual drone flying components to this class. Students will receive 30 minutes of actual flying time during the class and the emphasis will be on flying for fun while preparing each student to obtain their own drone and to operate it safely.

Please email the instructor, Larry Tackett, if you have any questions: lptackett@gmail.com





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