Drone Training
Professional UAS Training by Bush Drone Data & Aesonova LLC
At Bush Drone Data, we believe every drone flight should be backed by precision, safety, and purpose. That’s why we’ve partnered with Aesonova LLC, a Huntsville-based commercial drone school, to offer structured, high-quality training for pilots at every level.
Whether you’re a beginner hobbyist or a professional aiming to master advanced drone operations, our programs are built to deliver real-world skills, confidence, and operational readiness. Learn from experienced instructors and gain hands-on experience in today’s most in-demand UAS applications.
Train with us and take your drone skills to the next level.
A Collaborative Approach to Drone Education
Bush Drone Data has joined forces with Aesonova, a tech-driven UAS education company committed to opening doors to impactful drone careers. Founded by experts in search and rescue, utility inspection, and disaster response, Aesonova delivers training rooted in real-world experience and technical precision.
Together, we provide a comprehensive training pathway that merges Bush Drone Data’s hands-on operational expertise with Aesonova’s robust educational framework. This partnership brings accessible, high-quality drone pilot education to aspiring operators across the Southeast U.S.
Real-world training. Real-world impact.
The Drone Pro Pipeline
Aesonova’s training curriculum follows a five-stage progression designed to build both competence and confidence. Each stage is aligned with FAA standards and tailored to meet real-world industry demands.
Courses are structured to deliver practical, hands-on skills through guided, experience-based instruction—ensuring every pilot is prepared for success in the field.
Level 1 – Foundational UAS Training
FREE · 2 Hours
Intro to drone safety and flight principles
Completion of the FAA-required TRUST certificate
Choosing and maintaining your first drone
Legal and responsible hobbyist operation
Level 2 – Professional Flight Operations
~$500 · 3 Hours
Mission planning and airspace awareness
Safe and efficient flight line setup
Team coordination with visual observers
Best practices for commercial operations
Level 3 – Automated Flight & Data Processing
~$1000 · 6 Hours
Programming automated missions with flight software
Creating orthomosaics from aerial imagery
Basics of aerial data capture, processing, and interpretation
Intro to enterprise UAS platforms and sensors
Level 4 – Industry-Specific Training
~$500–$2000 · 4–8 Hours per Course
Specialized training for commercial and public-sector roles:
Utility Inspection
Search & Rescue / Emergency Response
Real Estate Marketing & Aerial Photography
Mapping & Data Modeling*
*Informational use only; not a substitute for licensed surveying
Drone Pro Certification
Initial Attempt FREE · 3 Hours
Performance-based skills assessment
Validates operational readiness and mission execution
Evaluates:
Flight planning & safety
Data acquisition & processing
Domain-specific knowledge
Team communication
A certification from Bush Drone Data and Aesonova demonstrates your ability to fly commercially with confidence, compliance, and professionalism.
Instruction Led by Proven Experience
Expertise Behind the Training
Austin Bush, founder of Bush Drone Data, brings over a decade of combined academic, operational, and disaster-response experience to drone education.
As a former instructor at Florida State University (FSU), Austin taught both undergraduate and graduate courses in GIS, UAS applications, drone policy, and emergency management. He also supported courses in leadership, disaster recovery, and conducted specialized training for regional public safety agencies.
Through his work with the Center for Disaster Risk Policy, Austin deployed with the Disaster Incident Research Team (DIRT) in response to hurricanes, wildfires, missing persons cases, and the Surfside condo collapse. He led student responders and helped implement a robust Incident Command System (ICS) structure for training and deployment.
Austin’s blend of field-tested expertise and academic leadership makes him uniquely qualified to train drone pilots in practical skills, regulatory compliance, and mission-ready operations.
Get Started Today
Whether you’re preparing for your FAA Part 107 exam or aiming to advance into commercial or public-safety UAS roles, Bush Drone Data offers expert training designed to help you succeed.
Ready to begin?
Email us at info@bushdronedata.com or complete the form below to schedule your consultation or enroll in an upcoming course.
Drone Training
Professional UAS Training by Bush Drone Data & Aesonova LLC
At Bush Drone Data, we believe drone operations should be conducted with precision, safety, and purpose. That’s why we offer a structured, high-quality training program to educate the next generation of remote pilots—from recreational flyers to commercial professionals. Through a strategic partnership with Aesonova LLC – a Huntsville-based commercial drone school – we provide a training pipeline designed to deliver real-world readiness and operational competence across various UAS applications.
Whether you’re taking your first flight as a hobbyist or seeking to specialize in advanced drone workflows for your profession, our programs are designed to equip you with the knowledge, confidence, and field-tested techniques you need to succeed.
A Collaborative Approach to Drone Education
Bush Drone Data has partnered with Aesonova, a technology-driven UAS education company with a mission to expand access to meaningful drone careers. Founded by professionals with applied experience in search and rescue, utility inspection, and disaster relief, Aesonova brings a modern approach to aerospace training — grounded in real-world demands and technical accuracy.
Together, we offer a comprehensive training pathway that blends Bush Drone Data’s operational expertise with Aesonova’s educational framework, providing an extensive and accessible drone pilot training program tailored to the needs of operators across the Southeast US.
The Drone Pro Pipeline
Aesonova’s training curriculum is designed around five progressive stages, each aligned with industry standards and FAA compliance. Each course is structured to deliver practical skills through guided, experience-based instruction.
Level 1 – Foundational UAS Training
FREE · 2 Hours
Introduction to drone safety and flight principles
Completion of the TRUST certificate (FAA-required for recreational pilots)
Guidance on selecting and maintaining your first drone
Legal and responsible hobbyist operation
Level 2 – Professional Flight Operations
~$500 · 3 Hours
Structured mission planning
Establishing a safe and efficient flight line
Coordinated operations with visual observers or team pilots
Best practices for execution of commercial missions
Level 3 – Automated Flight & Data Processing
~$1000 · 6 Hours
Automated flight programming using planning software
Building orthomosaic maps from aerial imagery
Fundamentals of data capture, processing, and interpretation
Introduction to enterprise-level UAS platforms and sensors
Level 4 – Industry-Specific Training
~$500–$2000 · 4–8 Hours per Course
Tailored courses for specialized commercial and public-sector applications:
Utility Inspection
Search & Rescue / Emergency Response
Real Estate Marketing & Aerial Photography
Mapping & Data Modeling*
*Informational use only; not licensed land surveying
Drone Pro Certification
Initial Attempt FREE · 3 Hours
- Performance-based evaluation of core UAS skills
- Demonstrates operational readiness and mission capability
- Evaluation of:
Flight execution
Pre-flight planning
Data acquisition and post-processing
Communication & safety
Domain-specific awareness
- Certification from Bush Drone Data and Aesonova signifies your readiness to conduct commercial drone operations with competence and compliance.
Instruction Led by Proven Experience
Expertise Behind the Training
Austin Bush, founder of Bush Drone Data, brings over a decade of combined academic, operational, and disaster-response experience to drone instruction.
As an instructor at Florida State University (FSU), he taught undergraduate and graduate-level courses in Geographic Information Systems (GIS), drone policy, UAS applications, and emergency management.
During his time at the Center for Disaster Risk Policy, Austin deployed with the Disaster Incident Research Team (DIRT), conducting UAS operations in response to real-world emergencies such as hurricanes, wildfires, missing persons searches, and the Surfside structural collapse. He led a team of student responders and helped incorporate a robust Incident Command System (ICS) framework for training and deployment.
This combination of field operations and formal education makes Austin uniquely qualified to teach drone pilots who need practical knowledge, regulatory awareness, and operational excellence.
Get Started Today
Whether you’re training to pass your FAA Part 107 exam or looking to expand into commercial and public-safety UAS roles, Bush Drone Data offers training that prepares you for success.
Email us at info@bushdronedata.com or fill out the form below to schedule your consultation or enroll in an upcoming course.
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