THE DRONE LEGENDS BLOG

STEM Fundamentals is a career-connected drone curriculum designed for grades 4–8. Built by educators and aligned to national and state standards, it blends coding, camera-based data capture, and real-world drone missions to develop STEM skills, critical thinking, and early career awareness through a ready-to-run classroom system.

The "Paper Pilot" gap is a workforce crisis where certified pilots lack actual flight skills. Drone Legends’ Advanced UAS Precision Pilot™ program solves this for Grades 9–12 CTE via manual FPV training and NIST-aligned validation. By focusing on competence before credentials, it ensures graduates meet rigorous professional standards for high-stakes missions in energy and public safety. Bridging the gap from license to mastery.

Drone careers are growing rapidly across industries, but certification alone is no longer enough. This in-depth guide explores how Career and Technical Education programs can prepare students for the UAS workforce through hands-on drone training, First Person View flight, FAA Part 107 preparation, and real-world operational pathways supported by Drone Legends.

Drones are reshaping the modern workforce. This white paper explores how high school CTE programs can prepare students for FAA Part 107 certification and a wide range of drone-related careers, from piloting and inspection to data science and engineering.

High school drone racing is more than an exciting competition. Through FPV flight, USDRA events, and FAA Part 107 certification, schools are creating real CTE pathways that prepare students for future careers in technology, aviation, and engineering.

Drones bring STEM learning to life for middle school students. From coding and math to science, art, and language arts, drones offer hands-on ways to build critical thinking, creativity, and teamwork. With mission-based activities, students gain real-world problem-solving skills while exploring future careers. Discover how drone education can transform your middle school classroom.

Experience the thrill of flight with FPV Initiator, the drone racing curriculum transforming classrooms into immersive learning arenas. Students across the U.S. learn drone piloting, teamwork, and career-ready CTE skills through hands-on FPV racing. Perfect for middle and high schools looking to bring esports-style excitement to STEM education.

Discover how a standards-based drone curriculum can transform STEM education. In this interview, educator Vonae Tanner shares how Drone Legends aligns with NGSS, CSTA, and real-world learning to empower teachers and students.

Learn 8 essential tips for launching a successful drone STEM curriculum in your school. Discover how to choose the right drone, teach coding, organize your class, and turn real-world missions into engaging STEM experiences for grades 4–6.