How to Become a Medium Drone Pilot Instructor in India?
A medium drone pilot instructor is indeed a promising career in India. As the requirement for skilled drone operators is on the rise, the requirement
4 Days
Duration
Online and Offline
Mode
9:00 AM to 6:30 PM
Timing
Charged Separately
Hour Building
A drone instructor course is designed to provide training in drone operations. It combines theory with practical flight experience. A certified drone trainer instructs aspiring drone pilots in drone flying as per the guidelines of the DGCA. This course is perfect for those who have a keen interest in drones as well as teaching. When the drone trainer training is completed and they attain the certification, they can work with drone training academies, companies providing drone services or start their own business as a trainer. The use of drones in India is growing rapidly, with thousands of operators being trained annually. As the number of drone operators rises, the demand for drone pilot trainers will also increase.
To pursue a drone instructor course in India, one should follow all these eligibility criteria.
• The
candidate must have passed a degree course from a University/institute recognised
by UGC/AICTE or equivalent, or have a valid PPL/ CPL, AME/ ATC Licence or
Diploma (03 years) in a technical subject from a recognised institute
• One should have a Remote Pilot Certificate (RPC) from a DGCA-approved RPTO.
• As far as the age criteria are concerned, one should be at least 18 years and
not more than 65 years.
• A person should have either an Aadhaar & Valid passport, Driving License,
Voter ID or Ration Card.
The course spans 4 Days of training to be eligible for the DGCA viva to get a drone pilot certification in the small category
• Ground
Training
• Simulator Practice
• Field Training
• Instructional Technique Development
The syllabus for a drone trainer course focuses on both theoretical skills and practical drone operations. The key subjects include:
• Drone Flight
Rules and Regulations
• Aerodynamics of Drones
• Flight Planning and Safety
• Navigation and Communication
• Weather and Meteorology for UAVs
• Pedagogical Skills
• Simulated and Real-Time Flying
• Ground Classes for Drone Trainers
• Simulator Training
• Live Field Training
Day 1 - Registration & Theory Sessions (Online/Offline)
Day 2 - Theory Sessions (Online/Offline)
Day 3 - Offline at Flying Location
Day 4 - Offline at Flying Location
Remote pilot instructor salary in India depends on the location, experience and the type of organisation.
Entry-Level
• Monthly
Salary: INR 30,000 to 60,000
• Annual Salary: INR 3.5 to 7 lakhs
Mid-Level
• Monthly
Salary: INR 50,000 to 1.2 lakhs
• Annual Salary: INR 6 to 15 lakhs
Senior-Level
• Monthly
Salary: INR 1.5 lakhs to 3 lakhs
• Annual Salary: INR 18 to ₹35+ lakhs
|
Organization Type |
Entry-Level Salary (Per Annum) |
Senior Trainer Salary (Per Annum) |
|
Government Training Centres |
INR 4–6 Lakh |
INR 10–20 Lakh |
|
Private Drone Training Academies |
INR 3–7 Lakh |
INR 15–25 Lakh |
|
Drone Tech Companies |
INR 5–10 Lakh |
INR 20–30+ Lakh |
Currently, our courses are only available in Dwarka, Sonipat, and Sohna (Gurugram).
Regarding the drone trainer fee, we offer the course at an affordable price, so that money does not become a hinderance between you and your dreams. If hours is to be done, then it is charged separately from the course fees.
Whether you're a beginner or looking to upskill, our training advisors can help you choose the right course.
The Train, the Trainer Course is perfect for those who want to teach the next generation of Drone Pilots. Drone Pilots will learn the fundamentals of teaching future Drone Pilots through theory, simulation, and flying, accompanied by regulatory and legal agenda, drone assembly, teaching methodologies and maintenance, RPTO Training Workflow, Instructional Methods, safety protocols, and industry insights.
The minimum qualification for Train the Trainer Drone instructor pilot course is graduation or equivalent (12+3), and a small RPC is mandatory.
The Train the Trainer Drone Instructor Pilot Training certification is valid for 10 years. After that, the license needs to be renewed.
Yes, the Train the DGCA approves the Drone Instructor Pilot Training certification, and after doing this certification, you become eligible to drone drone pilots.
The Train the Trainer Drone Instructor Pilot Training certification course lasts 4 days. This course will include both theory and practical training.
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