Intermediate Open 10" FPV Course – July 18-19

Intermediate Open 10" FPV Course – Hourglass Platform July 18–19, 2026 | Nunnelly, TN | Limited Slots Available This course is built for pilots ready to move beyond small FPV platforms and into full-scale, high-performance systems. Over two days, students will train exclusively on the 2nd Order Effects Hourglass platform—a 10-inch drone capable of exceeding 80 MPH and built for real-world application. This is a skill-focused course designed to teach you how to operate, plan, and sustain flights on larger platforms where speed, weight, and consequences all scale up. Who This Course Is For Pilots with prior FPV experience Students who have completed the FPV Crash Course (recommended) Operators looking to move into larger, mission-capable drones If you are still learning basic flight controls, you should start with the Crash Course before attending this training. What You’ll Learn Students will receive hands-on instruction in: Platform Setup & Configuration Betaflight or ArduPilot setup (based on your platform) Control system settings for stability and performance Flight Planning Basic Mission Planning before takeoff Managing routes, risk, and contingencies Flight on 10” Platforms Managing speed, inertia, and control at scale Flying high-performance systems safely and effectively Weighted inert payload flight, and dropping of inert payloads Piloting with use of thermal FPV camera Platform Requirements This is a platform-specific course. All students will fly 2OE Hourglass drones No other drone platforms are permitted Students will be provided with a drone and all necessary equipment for the duration of the course. Drones Training Package 2-Day Training + Hourglass Rental: $2500 Hourglass FPV drone (provided for the weekend) Controller, goggles, batteries, and supporting equipment Full course instruction Feel free to bring your own FPV goggles, if preferred Details & Logistics Training is held at Treadproof Training Center in Nunnelly, TN. Two full days of instruction Lunch included both days Airfare and ground transportation not included On-site Lodging: +$200 Lodging is bunkhouse style with shared kitchen, dining room and tv lounge. Friday and Saturday night lodging Breakfast and Lunch provided Saturday and Sunday Suggested Airports: Nashville International Airport (BNA) Nearby Lodging: Nunnelly, TN areas offer multiple hotel options ⚠️ Class size is limited to 16 students due to equipment and instructor bandwidth. Secure your spot early.