Training

We offer manufacturer training on all of our Dark Matter aircraft either in person or online, so our customers can become familiar with the aircraft assembly, flight characteristics and controls.

This conversion-to-type training is conducted by our most knowledgeable and experienced aircraft engineer and enables pilots to make the most of their new purchase.

Training

We offer full manufacturer training on all of our Dark Matter aircraft (typically 1 full day) so our customers can become familiar with the aircraft assembly, flight characteristics and controls.

This conversion-to-type training is conducted by our most knowledgeable and experienced aircraft engineer and enables pilots to become confident with their new purchase.

We offer manufacturer training on all of our Dark Matter aircraft either in person or online so our customers can become familiar with the aircraft assembly, flight characteristics and controls.

This conversion-to-type training is conducted by our most knowledgeable and experienced aircraft engineer and enables pilots to make the most of their new purchase.

Manufacturer Type Training

Theory

We take you through the theory behind our Dark Matter platforms and operations

Assembly

We show you through the assembly of the aircraft and how it can be assembled in 5 minutes with one tool

Flight

We can take you flying with the aircraft to allow you to get familiar with your new Dark Matter platform

Theory

With standard manufacturer training we focus on items specific to the Dark Matter platform, such as assembly/ disassembly, airworthiness checks, Ground Control Station (GCS) software for basic settings & mission planning.
We will cover topics such as how to program failsafes like return to launch (RTL).

It also provides you with the opportunity to ask any questions around the aircraft or operations.

Theory

With standard manufacturer training we focus on items specific to the Dark Matter platform, such as assembly/ disassembly, airworthiness checks, Ground Control Station (GCS) software for basic settings & mission planning. We will cover topics such as how to program failsafes like return to launch (RTL).

It also provides you with the opportunity to ask any questions around the aircraft or operations.

Assembly

Our modular designed platforms come safely stored in a compact ruggedized flight case. 

Here we show how to assemble the aircraft in only a few minutes and how to complete pre-flight checks.

Assembly

Our modular designed platforms come safely stored in a compact and ruggedized flight case. Here we show you how to assemble the aircraft in only a few minutes and how to complete pre-flight checks.

Assembly

Our modular designed platforms come safely stored in a compact and ruggedized flight case.  Here we show how to assemble the aircraft in only a few minutes and how to complete pre-flight checks.

Flight Training

We can also offer customers extensive training with practical flight tuition..

Flight training is conducted by our most knowledgeable and experienced remote pilot.



As well as this, we can assist with legislative requirements if required.

Flight Training

We can also offer our customers extensive training with practical flight tuition. Flight training is conducted by our most knowledgeable and experienced remote pilot.

As well as this, we can assist with legislative requirements if required.

Flight Training

We can also offer customers extensive training with practical flight tuition. Flight training is conducted by our most knowledgeable and experienced remote pilot.

As well as this, we can assist with legislative requirements if required.

  • Typical Agenda for Standard Manufacturer Training

    Standard manufacturer training – up to 1 day for 2 people at Clogworks premises


    Dark Matter UAV and accessories overview

    Dark Matter UAV assembly in class

    Aircraft airworthiness checks

    Aircraft technical specifications

    Operating limitations and conditions

    Pilot controller

    Ground Control Station App

    Configuration, Waypoints, fly here...

    Flight Demo

    Payload fitting – bottom

    Charger use

    Dark Matter UAV disassembly in class

    Failsafes

    Emergency guidance and procedures 

    Troubleshooting

    Maintenance regime overview

    Q&As


  • Agenda Example of Extensive Manufacturer Training

    5 Days operator training onsite on the Dark Matter platform (hX or qD) and tether system in customer's location (up to 20 participants), including:

    - Theoretical and practical training on the Dark Matter UAV

    - Theoretical and practical training on the tethered Dark Matter UAV

    - Basic field maintenance training


    Day 1


    Legal overview - Quick basics (UK rules)

    Dark Matter UAV and accessories overview

    Dark Matter UAV assembly in class

    Description of the parts 

    Aircraft airworthiness checks

    Aircraft technical specifications

    Tether technical specifications

    Theoretical aspects

    Dark Matter UAV disassembly in class

    Operating limitations and conditions

    Ground Control Station App overview


    Day 2


    Ground Control Station App

    Configuration, Waypoints, tether, fly here...

    Battery fitting

    Centre of gravity

    Flowchart

    First flight with Controller

    Dark Matter UAV and payload assembly/ disassembly in class

    Dark Matter UAV and tether connection/ disconnection in class

    Dark Matter UAV Tethered operation

    Failsafe


    Day 3


    Emergency guidance and procedures

    Troubleshooting

    Ground Control Station App set up

    Dark Matter UAV assembly on the field

    Dark Matter UAV tethered operation

    Flying on software

    Payload control

    Dark Matter UAV disassembly on the field

    Recharge batteries

    Maintenance regime overview


    Day 4


    Ground Control Station App set up

    Dark Matter UAV assembly on the field

    Flying on software

    Payload control

    Flying on manual with master and slave set-up

    Dark Matter UAV disassembly on the field

    Recharge batteries

    Basic field maintenance training

    Small maintenance overview

    Major maintenance overview


    Day 5


    Ground Control Station App set up

    Dark Matter UAV assembly on the field

    Dark Matter UAV tethered operation

    Flying on software

    Payload control

    Flying on manual with master and slave set-up

    Dark Matter UAV disassembly on the field

    Recharge batteries

    Questions and review



    Disclaimer: Agenda may vary slightly and can be adjusted as necessary.


Extensive Manufacturer Type Training

If you require a more thorough manufacturer type training than the standard package, we can offer alternatives of up to 5 days long, based at our premises or a different location by prior arrangement. These courses consist of ground course time to talk you through the instruction manual in details, a hands-on approach where we show you how to assemble/ disassemble the Dark Matter® platform, use the Ground Control Station software (RTL, altitude set, mission planning, Fly Here mode, etc.). In comparison to the standard manufacturer training, you will have daily (weather permitted) one-to-one flying time with our highly experienced instructor conducted in a safe environment where you can get used to the UAV and the different flying modes. Of course, we are always happy to answer any questions you may have during the course or at a later date!

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