Online Drone School for Commercial Drone Pilots

ABJ Academy is an online drone school for pilots who want more than basic flight theory. Learn the skills behind commercial drone work, from Part 107 exam preparation to simulator training, thermography, mapping, inspections, photography, videography, and industry-specific drone operations.

What you can build here
  • Prepare for commercial drone work
  • Train online from your computer, tablet, or phone
  • Move from basic flying to mapping, thermography, and inspection skills
  • Choose courses for individuals, teams, public safety, and institutions

A drone school built for real commercial work

Passing an exam is important. But in the field, clients usually need more than a pilot who can take off, fly, and land. They need someone who understands the mission, captures useful data, works safely, and knows what the images are supposed to help solve.

Get Certified. Land Clients. Grow Your Career.

Our drone school helps you build practical skills for industries that rely on drone data: energy, infrastructure, surveying, mapping, inspections, public safety, agriculture, construction, and visual media.

  • Learn the theory behind commercial drone operations.
  • Practice decision-making before you are on a client site.
  • Build specialist skills that help you offer more valuable services.
  • Choose a training path that matches the kind of drone work you want to do.

Drone school courses you can take online

Whether you are preparing for your first commercial drone certification or adding a specialist service to your business, ABJ Academy gives you a clear place to start.

Primary training

Part 107 Prep

Get ready for the FAA Part 107 exam and build the foundation needed for commercial drone work in the United States.

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Flight practice

Drone Simulator Training

Build confidence in realistic flight scenarios before risking expensive drone equipment in the field.

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Mapping

Surveying and 3D Modeling

Learn how to capture useful drone data for mapping, modeling, surveying, construction, infrastructure, and related work.

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Thermal inspections

Thermography Level 1

Start learning infrared science, thermal camera use, thermal image interpretation, and inspection applications.

View Level 1 course →
Advanced thermal

Thermography Level 2

Go deeper into thermal science, advanced camera operation, inspection techniques, and thermal data analysis.

View Level 2 course →
Agriculture

Multispectral Imaging

Learn how drone-mounted multispectral cameras support crop, soil, irrigation, and precision agriculture decisions.

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Telecoms

Cell Tower Inspection

Understand wireless infrastructure and the risks drone pilots need to consider when inspecting telecom assets.

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Creative work

Drone Photography and Videography

Improve the quality of the images and videos you capture for clients, projects, inspections, media, and marketing.

View photography course →
Instructor path

Drone Instructor Training

For experienced pilots who want to teach and certify new pilots using the ABJ Academy system.

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Who it is for

Who this drone school is for

You do not need to have everything figured out before you begin. Maybe you are starting from scratch. Maybe you already fly and want better-paying commercial work. Maybe your company needs a safer, more structured drone program. ABJ Academy was built for all of those situations.

  • New pilots preparing for commercial drone work
  • Part 107 students who want guided online preparation
  • Working drone pilots who want inspection, mapping, or thermography skills
  • Companies building internal drone teams and operating procedures
  • Public safety, energy, infrastructure, telecoms, and inspection teams
  • Schools, colleges, universities, and training partners
Career pathways

From drone school to drone career

A good drone school should help you see the next step. ABJ Academy is designed to help you move from basic training into practical commercial pathways, especially where clients need accurate drone data and not just pretty aerial shots.

Inspection work

Build toward services in solar, wind, powerline, telecoms, building, and infrastructure inspection.

Mapping and surveying

Learn skills that support maps, models, visual data, site documentation, and progress reporting.

Thermal data

Move beyond standard imagery by learning how thermal cameras capture issues the eye cannot see.

Energy assets

Prepare for work linked to solar farms, wind turbines, powerlines, and other high-value assets.

Public safety

Support safer drone operations for teams that need fast, reliable aerial information in the field.

Creative services

Improve your drone photography and videography so your work looks more professional and client-ready.

Why choose ABJ Academy as your drone school?

Because the drone industry is growing up. Clients are not only asking, “Can you fly?” They are asking, “Can you collect the right data, work safely, and help us make better decisions?”

Online training Learn at your own pace from wherever you are.
Specialist skills Go into mapping, thermography, telecoms, imaging, and inspections.
Simulator options Build confidence before real-world missions.
Industry focus Train for practical work across energy, infrastructure, public safety, and more.
Team training Options for individuals, companies, institutions, and government organizations.
ABJ ecosystem Training connected to real drone service experience and inspection-focused work.
Clear course paths Start with the basics, then move into advanced commercial applications.
Friendly learning Real-time support available.
Choose your path

Start with the right drone school path

Not every pilot needs the same starting point. Pick the path that fits where you are now and where you want your drone skills to take you.

1

Beginner path

For new pilots who want a strong foundation before offering drone services.

Part 107 Prep Simulator Training Photography Videography
2

Commercial path

For pilots who want to offer more useful drone data to clients and organizations.

Part 107 Prep Surveying 3D Modeling Field Skills
3

Inspection path

For pilots who want to move toward higher-value work in energy and infrastructure.

Thermography Solar Wind Telecoms
Drone school FAQs

Questions people ask before joining a drone school

Still figuring out where to start? These quick answers will help you choose your next step.

What is a drone school?
A drone school is a training provider that helps you learn how to operate drones safely, legally, and professionally. A good drone school should also help you understand what clients need from drone work, including useful data, clear reporting, and safe field operations.
Can I attend drone school online?
Yes. ABJ Academy offers online drone courses you can take from your computer, tablet, or phone. This makes it easier to learn at your own pace before moving into practical flight training, simulator work, or specialist drone operations.
Does ABJ Academy help with Part 107 preparation?
Yes. ABJ Academy offers a Part 107 preparatory course for pilots who want to prepare for the FAA Part 107 exam and take the first step toward commercial drone work in the United States.
What drone course should I take first?
If you are new to commercial drone work in the United States, Part 107 Prep is a strong first step. If you already have the basics, you can move into simulator training, surveying and 3D modeling, thermography, photography, videography, multispectral imaging, or telecom inspection.
Do I need a drone license to work commercially?
In the United States, commercial drone pilots generally need to operate under the FAA Part 107 rule and hold a Remote Pilot Certificate. Requirements vary by country, so always check the rules that apply where you plan to fly.
Can drone school help me get inspection work?
Yes, the right drone school can help you move toward inspection work by teaching skills such as thermography, mapping, image capture, data interpretation, telecom awareness, and industry-focused flight planning. These skills can support work in solar, wind, infrastructure, construction, agriculture, and public safety.
Does ABJ Academy offer training for companies or institutions?
Yes. ABJ Academy offers drone training for individuals, enterprises, public safety departments, government organizations, educational institutions, and partners that want structured drone training for their teams.
Ready to start?

Choose your drone school path with ABJ Academy

Whether you are preparing for Part 107, improving your flight confidence, or building specialist skills for inspection and mapping work, ABJ Academy can help you take the next step.


Tip: If you are new to commercial drone work, start with Part 107 Prep. If you already fly, explore specialist courses that match the kind of clients you want to serve.