Course Content
How to Use These for a Training Programme
1. Introduction to Kisan Drone Operations Overview of drones in agriculture Role and responsibilities of a Kisan Drone Operator Types of agricultural drones Benefits of drone-based farm operations (spraying, mapping, monitoring) 2. Basic Drone Technology Parts of a drone (frame, motors, ESC, propellers, GPS, IMU, flight controller) Types of batteries and charging safety Payload systems and sprayer mechanism Sensors used in agriculture (RGB, multispectral) 3. DGCA Rules & Drone Regulations Categories of drones (Nano, Micro, Small, Medium) UIN (Unique Identification Number) UAOP (Operator Permit) / Digital Sky platform No-fly zones and airspace restrictions Safety guidelines and compliance procedures 4. Pre-Flight Preparation Site assessment and field layout Drone inspection checklist Battery check, propeller check, payload check Understanding weather conditions Mission planning using flight apps 5. Basic Flying Skills Manual and autonomous flying Takeoff and landing procedures Hovering, directional control, altitude management Emergency landing exercises Using remote controller & mobile app/ground control software 6. Advanced Drone Operations GPS mission planning Waypoint navigation Automated spraying routes Obstacle detection and avoidance Return-to-Home (RTH) functions 7. Agricultural Spraying Operations Types of pesticides, fertilizers, and their spray requirements Tank filling, mixing, calibration, and dosage control Nozzle selection and spray droplet control Drift management and safety gear Field coverage calculation and spray efficiency 8. Crop Monitoring & Mapping Basics of aerial imaging Creating field maps NDVI / multispectral data basics Assessing crop health, plant stress & water needs Generating reports and farmer communication 9. Maintenance of Drones Routine cleaning & servicing Battery maintenance and storage Propeller balancing and replacement Troubleshooting common technical issues Drone logbook management 10. Safety, Risk Management & Emergency Handling Pre-flight and post-flight checklists Chemical handling and PPE Weather considerations Fail-safe systems Managing mid-air failures, signal loss, battery failure 11. Simulator Training Virtual flight practice Manual control exercises Automated mission simulations Emergency drills using simulator 12. Soft Skills & Professional Skills Communication with farmers Recordkeeping and reporting Customer service and field demonstration Entrepreneurship opportunities in agri-drone services 13. Assessment & Certification Practical flying test Theory exam (safety, technology, spraying) Troubleshooting assessment Logbook and documentation verification
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Simulator Training

  1. Virtual Flight Sessions

Simulator training provides a safe, computer-based environment where learners can practice drone flying without risking real equipment. Virtual sessions replicate real-world fields, weather, and flight conditions. Trainees learn to understand drone behavior, controls, and movement patterns before flying an actual Kisan Drone.

  1. Manual Control Practice

Manual flight practice in the simulator helps operators build core piloting skills such as:

  • Take-off and landing
  • Hovering at fixed altitude
  • Forward, backward, and lateral movements
  • Altitude control and rotation (yaw)
    Practicing manually in a simulator improves hand–eye coordination and develops confidence for real field operations.
  1. Autonomous Mission Simulation

Simulators also allow trainees to plan and execute automated missions just like real agricultural spraying.
This includes:

  • Setting field boundaries
  • Adding waypoints
  • Selecting altitude, speed, and spray width
  • Observing how the drone follows the planned path
    It helps the operator understand mission planning apps and autonomous flight behavior safely.
  1. Emergency Drills via Simulator

Simulators can generate emergency situations to train pilots in quick decision-making.
Common drills include:

  • GPS signal loss
  • Low battery return scenarios
  • Strong wind handling
  • Motor or sensor alerts
  • Forced emergency landing practice
    These drills prepare operators to respond correctly in real emergencies and reduce the risk of accidents.