ThrottleUp Drone Academy
Where drone pilots are made
ThrottleUp Drone Academy
Drone piloting is a life skill just like cycling, swimming & driving. Not only it can be developed into a lifelong passion, an aviation career, but also save lives.
There are much more than just flying, such as technical knowledge in electronics, flight controllers, radio & video transmissions, GPS, video editing... the list goes on.
Some of the best drone racers in the world are young teens, it is best to start young and build up their knowledge and skills over time.
Give Drone Pilots Wings
ThrottleUp Academy nurtures new drone pilots by giving them a systematic, safe, and exploratory experiences as they progress in the steep learning curve in piloting skills and drone technology. Our goal is to see students succeed and have fun in this multidisciplinary and fast developing technology.
We also provide trainings in drone photography & filming, drone racing and freestyle acrobatic for students to participate in competitions in Singapore and overseas.
Qualities of a Drone Pilot
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Practise safety and responsibility in drone operation.
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Curious about the science behind drones such as aerodynamics, electronics, radio transmissions, video transmissions, GPS, sensors, etc.
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Highly developed motor skills, good judgements, effective risk assessment, creativity, problem solving skills, and confidence.
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Ability to overcome challenges and develop self discovery initiatives.
Types of Programs
* Program contents will be adjusted according to the students' capacity and progress.
Basic Drone Operation Course
5 weekly lessons, 2hr each, $1000
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Drone General Knowledge
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Drone Regulations by CAAS
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Operation Safety & Situational Awareness
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Beginner Drone Flying Indoors
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Pre-Flight Checks & Preparation
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Basic Piloting Drills Outdoors
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Aerial Photography & Videography
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Post Flight Procedure
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Equipment Maintenance
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Drone rental available
Basic FPV Drone Racing Course
10 weekly lessons, 2hr each, $2200
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Contents from Basic Drone Operation Course
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Introduction to Flight Modes: Angle, Horizon & Acro
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Introduction to FPV Drone Components
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Introduction to Firmware & Settings
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Troubleshooting & Repairs
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Flight practice with non-altitude hold
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Flight practice in various flight modes
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Drone Racing Obstacle Course
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Flight Practice & Racing
Basic DIY Drone Assembly Workshop
3hr, $600 per pax
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Learn the components of a FPV drone
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Assemble each component to setup the drone
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Setting up the drone's firmware
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Binding the drone to a transmitter
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Test flight
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DIY FPV Drone Assembly set included
Family & Kids Drone Workshop
1hr, $60 per pax, min 5 pax
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Indoor drone flying
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Basic controls & operation
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Basic circuit flying
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Mini drone racing
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Minimum age to fly: 5yo (children 8yo & below are to be accompanied by a paying adult.)
* Bonus: FPV drone (first person view) flight demonstration where you can have a joyride with the pilot wearing the FPV goggles.
Basic Indoor Drone Workshop
2hr, $120 per pax, min 5 pax
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Online Lecture (1hr):
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Safety & regulations for drones
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Drone components
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Physics of drones
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Practical (1hr):
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Indoor drone flying
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Basic controls & operation
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Basic circuit flying
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Mini drone racing
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* Bonus: FPV drone (first person view) flight demonstration where you can have a joyride with the pilot wearing the FPV goggles.
FPV Drone Workshop
1.5hr, $150 per pax, min 4 pax
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Prerequisite: attend Basic Drone Workshop, ability to fly well with beginner drones
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Altitude-hold, Angle mode (for beginners)
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Indoor drone flying
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Basic controls & operation
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Basic circuit flying
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Drone track racing
* Bonus: You can record the video footage from your goggles to share your flying experience with your friends on social media.
Teambonding Drone Workshop
2hr, 5 - 30 pax, contact us for customisation
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Lecture:
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General knowledge, Safety, Regulations on drone operations.
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Practical:
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Basic flight controls
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Build a drone track
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Drone racing
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Prize presentation
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All drones, batteries, equipment, and instructors are provided.
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* Bonus: FPV drone (first person view) flight demonstration where you can have a joyride with the pilot wearing the FPV goggles.
ThrottleUp Flight Club
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A member-exclusive club for FPV drone pilots (tinywhoops)
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Members can enjoy flying drones at ThrottleUp's drone arena
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Indoor airconditioned venues
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LED drone tracks
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For beginner to advance pilots
Flight packages:
5 Flights (5 week) – $290
10 Flights (3 months) – $560
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