SKY DWELLER
Certified
Drone Pilot
Program
Brooklyn, NYC · Expanding Nationally · Ages 16–24
Training young people to become FAA-certified drone pilots and Certified Flight Instructors. We give youth a future in aviation technology — and a reason to look up instead of down.
FAA
Part 107 Certified
CFI
Instructor Pathway
16–24
Youth Age Range
100%
Free to Participants
Program Components
FAA Part 107 Certification
Full preparation and testing support for the FAA Remote Pilot Certificate — the industry standard for commercial drone operation.
Hands-On Flight Training
Real flight hours with certified instructors using professional-grade equipment provided at no cost to participants.
CFI Instructor Pathway
Advanced students can pursue the Certified Flight Instructor pathway — turning graduates into the next generation of trainers.
Career Placement Support
Connections to employers in film, real estate, agriculture, infrastructure inspection, and public safety sectors.
Entrepreneurship Training
Business development curriculum to help graduates launch their own drone services companies and build independent income.
Scholarship Opportunities
Merit-based scholarships for program completion to support continued education and professional development.
Where Graduates Work
Career Pathways
Program Curriculum
Review the full SKY DWELLER program curriculum below. This document is provided for informational purposes only and is not available for download.
Ready to Take Flight?
Applications are open for youth ages 16–24 in Brooklyn and the surrounding area. All equipment and training provided at no cost.