Drones in Law Enforcement: FAA Part 107 Certification Prep

The use of unmanned aircraft in law enforcement, search and rescue, and disaster response continues to expand rapidly. With that expansion comes a growing need for qualified operators who can pass the FAA Part 107 knowledge exam or meet the aeronautical knowledge requirements to operate under a public Certificate of Authorization or Waiver (COA/Waiver).

This live, instructor-led course is delivered in two sessions over two consecutive days, approximately four hours each day. It is designed as a structured prep course covering the core knowledge areas of the FAA Part 107 exam, with focused instruction on the topics most students find challenging.

Note: Students should plan to complete additional independent study before sitting for the exam.

What This Course Covers

All knowledge areas specified under 14 CFR §107.73 for the initial aeronautical knowledge test, including:

• Applicable regulations, privileges, limitations, and flight operations
• Airspace classification, operating requirements, and flight restrictions
• Aviation weather sources and effects on UAS performance
• UAS loading and performance
• Emergency procedures
• Crew resource management
• Radio communication procedures
• Aeronautical decision-making and judgment
• Airport operations
• Maintenance and preflight inspection procedures
• Physiological effects of drugs and alcohol
• Night Operations (updated material)
• Remote ID (updated material)

Who Should Attend

• This course is designed for all public safety personnel, including:
• Law enforcement officers
• Search and rescue team members
• Emergency management professionals
• Any agency personnel involved in UAS operations, program development, or drone enforcement responsibilities

Your Instructor: Deputy Michael Kleinfelt, Orange County Sheriff’s Office

UAS Coordinator and Training Michael Kleinfelt brings 22 years of law enforcement experience to this course, beginning his career with Lake County Sheriff’s Office before joining Orange County Sheriff’s Office in 2005. Throughout his career he has served in mounted patrol, SWAT, Youth Services as a school resource officer, sex crimes, and on an FDLE task force. He currently serves as his agency’s drone coordinator and trainer.

In 2010, Deputy Kleinfelt was named the Florida Sheriffs Association Deputy Sheriff of the Year for the State of Florida. He is an avid drone pilot with over 10 years of experience in drone photography and operates Windermere Photography outside of his role with OCSO.

Date and Time

Day 1: Tuesday, July 16, 2026 — 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM EDT

Day 2: Wednesday, July 17, 2026 — 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM EDT

Location

Online via Zoom. The class link will be sent to registered participants the day before the first session.

Cost

$299.00 per person

Payment Options

Credit card online, purchase order, or check payable to Training Force USA, 7769 McClure Drive, Tallahassee, FL 32312.

Cancellations and Substitutions

Registrations are confirmed upon submission and participants are responsible for payment regardless of attendance. Substitutions are welcome at any time by phone, email, or online. If minimum enrollment is not met, the class will transition to an on-demand format and all registered participants will be notified. A full refund is also available.

Questions

Phone: 850-556-4544 | Email: contactus@trainingforceusa.com | www.trainingforceusa.com