Public Safety UAS Training
Drone courses for first responders, by first responders.
Practical courses, a free web-based NIST simulator, and tools that make FAA airspace requests easier, built from real public safety missions.
Courses
Self-paced training you can start today. Simulator courses are free.
Train like you fly
Tools built by a working public safety drone pilot.
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Hands-on simulator
Practice the NIST Open Lane Position and Traverse tests in a web-based simulator, track your hours, and earn a certificate.
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SGI Tool
Plot an operation area on a map and get coordinates already formatted for the FAA SGI waiver portal.
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3D printed NIST lane
Print a portable, tool-free NIST Open Lane for in-house proficiency training and proctoring.
Latest updates
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3D Printed NIST Course Files Updated – 11/15/2025
The NIST Bucker Holder was updated to be larger due to prop wash knocking the buckets off the holder. Please download the…
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8/14/2025 – 3D Printed NIST Course Improvement 2
Rather than using a screw and nut inside the bucket, you can attach the bucket holder and keep them attached. The buckets…
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8/11/2025 – 3D Printed NIST Course Improvement
Now the anchors can fit nicely into this pad. The top bucket can be freely placed without bolts/nuts. No need for a…