5 daysDuration (indicative)
5–10Group size
18+Minimum age
EnglishLanguage of teaching
Course overview
About this course
Scenario training gives operators a repeatable, well-documented way to fly more demanding missions. SOS-01 covers flying within visual line of sight over a controlled ground area in a built-up setting. SOS-02 covers extended-range flying supported by trained airspace observers. These scenarios are IDA training frameworks that map to the permissions and conditions set by DGCA; they are not a regulator licence.
| Format | Theory plus intensive practical flying |
| Languages | English |
| Certificate | IDA scenario certificates (SOS-01 and SOS-02) |
| Fees | On request. Contact admissions for the current fee and batch dates. |
Who it is for
Is this course right for you?
- Pilots working on industrial, utility and city projects
- Operators preparing an application for operational permissions
- Companies that want standard procedures for their crews
- Inspection and survey teams working in controlled areas
Learning outcomes
What you will be able to do
- Plan a mission, check airspace and assess risk on site
- Prepare the aircraft, flight modes and emergency response plan
- Fly accurate manoeuvres inside the visual line of sight
- Work with airspace observers on extended-range flights
- Monitor endurance and manage abnormal conditions
- Complete post-flight checks, records and incident reports
Syllabus
What the course covers
Module 01
Planning and preparation
- Operations planning and airspace review
- Site risk assessment
- Pre-flight inspection
- Emergency response plan basics
Module 02
Flight procedures
- Keeping the aircraft in view
- Controlled manoeuvres at set heights and distances
- Endurance monitoring
- Flight in abnormal conditions
- Flight termination systems and parachutes where fitted
Module 03
Post-flight
- Emergency landing in a safe area
- Data and maintenance recording
- Debrief
- Incident reporting
Module 04
Observer-supported flying (SOS-02)
- Airspace observation techniques
- Roles of observers and radios
- Handover and communication rules
Practical content
Hands-on training
- Several full mission rehearsals
- Emergency landing and signal-loss drills
- Observer exercises on a long, marked course
Assessment
How you are assessed
- Written knowledge test on scenario rules
- Practical assessment under SOS-01 and SOS-02 conditions
Prerequisites
Before you join
- Valid remote pilot certificate for the category you fly
- At least 10 logged flight hours
- Age 18+
India context
What to know in India
- Operations beyond basic rules need the permissions DGCA requires; IDA training does not replace those permissions
- Operators should keep records ready for audit
Drone rules in India are issued by the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) and managed through the Digital Sky platform. They change from time to time, so IDA admissions confirms the current requirement for your category and operation at enrolment.
Careers
Roles this course supports
Industrial site pilotUtility inspection pilotOperations coordinator
Certification
What you receive
IDA scenario certificates (SOS-01 and SOS-02). 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
Is this a government licence?
No. It is IDA training that follows good practice and prepares you for the permissions and approvals your operation needs.
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.
