The Los Angeles County Regional Training Center is now:

The Regional Training Center

sUAS Counter-Drone Measures

Learn how to safely and lawfully use these life-saving strategies for counter-drone operations

Course Summary

DHS/FEMA has determined that threats from unmanned aircraft systems is a national priority and should be addressed by allocating specific percentages of SHSP and UASI funds. These low-cost, high-tech, and easily weaponized aerial vehicles can cause terror just about anywhere. This 2-day course provides students with the latest technology and tactics to prevent and respond to a drone attack. Students will be able to:

Explain the legal issues governing law enforcement conduct and investigations
Describe how to obtain legislation for enforceable drone laws
Conduct effective investigations on criminal drone activity
Use counter-drone measures that include emerging technology for detection
Use counter-drone measures that include emerging technology for interdiction
Describe drone weaponizing techniques
Identify potential drone threats

Course Information

Part Number: CDM-22
Course Length: 2 days (16 hours)
Max Class Size: 20 students
Prerequisites: None
Technical Level: Beginner / Intermediate / Advanced sUAS Operators
Student Requirements: None
Recommended For: UAS Operators, Supervisors, and Tactical/Security Operation Teams
Notes: None

Course Presentation Requirements

Classroom large enough to accommodate three groups of five students per table (recommended 6’ round tables)
One six-foot standard rectangle banquet-style table with three chairs for instructors (located in the back of the room)
One six-foot standard rectangle banquet-style table (located in the front of the classroom)
Internet Access
Podium (If available, not required)
Audio, projector & screen or equivalent flatscreen TV system for presentations
Securable room for equipment storage and charging 250-350 square feet (must have access to power)
Airspace permissible to fly with a minimum 200-foot ceiling
Outdoor flying area
All COVID-19 protocols, testing, cleaning, and supplies are the responsibility of the host agency

Course Scheduling

LACRTC, America’s leading Unmanned Aircraft Systems training innovator and largest certified California public safety trainer, is pleased to announce that they have partnered with Khepra Inc. to present their training courses through the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA) Federal Supply Schedule under Contract Number 47QTCA1800KZ. LACRTC courses can be found in Special Item Numbers 611512 (flight training).