Elevate your aerial cinematography with hands-on training in dynamic flight maneuvers, gimbal control, and visual storytelling. This applied workshop introduces pilots to professional camera settings, frame rate selection, compositional framing, ND filter usage, and fluid multi-axis flight movements tailored for commercial video production, real estate marketing, and creative media projects.

Participants will learn how to design smooth tracking shots, reveal sequences, and cinematic transitions safely while capturing high-quality aerial footage in field environments.  

Saturday, October 10, 2026
Saturday, December 12, 2026

Prepare to earn your Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Commercial Drone Pilot Certificate. This course covers everything you need to know to pass the FAA Part 107 Knowledge Exam, including airspace classifications, aviation weather reports, emergency operations, flight performance, and airport communications. 

Instruction works directly through the official FAA 107 study guide, paired with practical review sessions to prepare you for test day. 

Saturday, September 12, 2026, Governors State University - Room D34104
Wednesday, September 16, 2026, D34000
Saturday, October 10, 2026, Governors State University - Room D34104
Wednesday, October 21, 2026, D34000
Saturday, November 14, 2026, Governors State University - Room D34104
Wednesday, November 18, 2026, D34000
Wednesday, December 9, 2026, D34000
Saturday, December 12, 2026, Governors State University - Room D34104

Expand your aerial capabilities with specialized, hands-on training in thermal imaging and unmanned aerial flight applications. This applied course introduces pilots to radiometric thermal sensors, thermal palette selection, heat signature analysis, and practical flight tactics used across public safety, roof and infrastructure inspection, agriculture, and search-and-rescue operations.

Participants will learn how to operate thermal-equipped aircraft safely, interpret infrared data in real time, and execute mission-specific flight paths in field conditions. 

Saturday, September 12, 2026
Saturday, November 14, 2026