1 weekDuration (indicative)
6–10Group size
18+Minimum age
EnglishLanguage of teaching
Course overview
About this technical course
An air tunnel lets you test how an aircraft behaves in wind without waiting for the right weather. This course introduces the method: set up a test, vary airflow safely, record results and use them to improve a design or train a pilot. Sessions run at the air tunnel academies once each site opens.
| Format | Lab sessions at air tunnel academies once open |
| Languages | English |
| Certificate | IDA certificate: Flight Testing Lab |
| Fees | On request. Contact admissions for the current fee and batch dates. |
Who it is for
Is this course right for you?
- Design and R&D engineers
- Advanced pilots who want to train in gusts
- Quality and test technicians
- Students working on research projects
Learning outcomes
What you will be able to do
- Explain why and when to use an air tunnel
- Prepare an aircraft and test rig safely
- Run planned airflow tests and record results
- Compare designs, propellers or settings
- Train gust response and recovery
- Write a short test report
Syllabus
What the course covers
Module 01
Principles
- Airflow, turbulence and gusts
- Scaling and limits of tunnel tests
Module 02
Test method
- Test plans and safety
- Rigs and sensors
- Data recording
Module 03
Applications
- Stability and control response
- Propulsion comparison
- Payload effects
- Pilot training in wind
Module 04
Reporting
- Analysing results
- Report writing
Lab work
Hands-on training
- Rig set-up and safety check
- Series of airflow runs on a test aircraft
- Gust-response training session
Assessment
How you are assessed
- Test plan and report
- Practical lab check
Prerequisites
Before you join
- Basic drone knowledge
- Engineering or flying background helpful
India context
What to know in India
- Part of the IDA air tunnel programme planned for Mumbai, Bengaluru, Hyderabad, Lucknow and Noida; sites open in phases
Careers
Roles this course supports
Test engineerFlight test technicianR&D engineer
Certification
What you receive
IDA certificate: Flight Testing Lab. Certificates are issued by International Drone Academy, part of World Skill University and powered by AIESF and WSSH Australia. Where a regulator licence or permission is also required, IDA explains the steps at enrolment.
Questions
Frequently asked
Where does this course run?
At air tunnel academies as they open. See the air tunnel pages for status.
Where and when does it run?
Batch dates and academy locations change through the year. Send an enquiry and admissions will share the next start dates for your city.
How do I enrol?
Use the enquiry form on this page, or email admin@internationaldroneacademy.org.
