Advanced Fixed-Wing UAS Integration & Field Sustainment
Transform zero-experience personnel into operationally proficient fixed-wing UAS operators capable of building, flying, sustaining, and repairing the Falcon Group 2 airframe in the field.
FLAGSHIP PROGRAM
Transform personnel with zero UAS experience into operationally proficient fixed-wing operators. This comprehensive program addresses the critical capability gap: units needing rapid Group 2 UAS deployment without lengthy training pipelines or contractor dependency.
Program Overview
This intensive training program covers complete airframe assembly, autopilot configuration, progressive flight training, tactical mission execution, and field sustainment. Based on Army UALC standards and Ukrainian operational lessons learned. Students build and keep the Falcon — a Group 2 fixed-wing training airframe purpose-built for this program.
Key Focus Areas:
- Complete Falcon Group 2 airframe assembly from components
- Autopilot configuration, tuning, and mission planning
- Intensive simulator and progressive live flight training
- Tactical mission execution — ISR, reconnaissance, and payload operations
- Field sustainment: repair, component replacement, and forward logistics
Who Should Attend
Primary Audience:
- Infantry and maneuver units requiring organic fixed-wing UAS capability
- Special operations elements
- Forward observers and reconnaissance teams
- Intelligence collection teams
- Military and government operators requiring Group 2 UAS proficiency
Prerequisites: None required (designed for zero prior UAS experience)
Training Approach
Students build complete Falcon airframes from components, configure ArduPlane/autopilot systems, and progress through intensive simulator training before live flight operations. The program emphasizes operator self-sufficiency and field sustainment — not contractor dependency. Every student leaves with a fully functional, proven aircraft.
Program Outcomes
Upon completion, operators demonstrate proficiency in:
- Building and configuring the Falcon Group 2 fixed-wing airframe
- Programming autopilot for autonomous and manual flight operations
- Flying fixed-wing UAS in tactical and operational scenarios
- Conducting field-level repairs and component replacement
- Integrating fixed-wing UAS into small unit operations and mission planning
Certification
Graduates are administered the FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate knowledge exam during the course. Students leave with both operational proficiency and the regulatory credential required for legal UAS operations.
Program Investment
FFF-401 uses a decoupled pricing model: instruction is priced separately from the Falcon airframe kit. Cohort-based — minimum 8 students, maximum 12. Pricing varies by customer type (DoD/Government, Commercial, Academic).
All-inclusive instruction covers:
- All course materials, manuals, and laminated reference cards
- Lead and assistant instructor labor (full 10-day program)
- 3D printing consumables and fabrication materials
- Facility, equipment, and software licensing
- FAA Part 107 Remote Pilot Certificate exam administered during course
Falcon airframe kit (per student):
- Complete Falcon Group 2 airframe kit — NDAA-compliant components
- All electronics, servos, propulsion, and flight control hardware
- Students keep the aircraft upon graduation
Government Contracting: Forge and Flight Academy LLC is SAM.gov registered (UEI: YV8UNYJWZHV1 | CAGE: 1A6J3). Available via GPC, MIPR, simplified acquisition, and other standard DoD vehicles. Proposals returned within 48 hours of request.
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Questions?
Email: info@forgeandflightacademy.com
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- FFF-402: Fixed-Wing Master Trainer Certification - Train-the-trainer program
- FFR-201: Tactical RF Fundamentals - Electronic warfare resistance
- FFF-201: Electronics Repair for Deployed Operators - Advanced field maintenance
Course Details
| Duration | 10 days (80 contact hours) |
| Format | Facility-based (Fayetteville, NC) or on-site deployment |
| Prerequisites | No prior UAS experience required. Basic computer literacy. |
| Target Audience | DoD units, SOF elements, government agencies, defense contractors, academic institutions |
| Scheduling | Contact us to schedule. Minimum 8 students per cohort. |
| Pricing Model | Decoupled: instruction + Falcon airframe kit priced separately |
Frequently Asked Questions
How long is the FFF-401 course?
FFF-401 is a 10-day program covering 80 contact hours. It runs facility-based in Fayetteville, NC or can be delivered on-site at your location.
Do I need prior fixed-wing UAS experience for FFF-401?
No prior UAS experience is required. FFF-401 is designed for zero-experience personnel and will bring operators from zero to operationally proficient over the 10-day program.
What aircraft do students build in FFF-401?
Each student builds and keeps the Falcon — a Group 2 fixed-wing training airframe manufactured by Forge & Flight Labs. Purpose-built and attritable, the Falcon is designed specifically to support this training program. All hardware is kept by the student upon graduation.
How much does FFF-401 cost?
FFF-401 uses a decoupled pricing model: instruction and the Falcon airframe kit are priced as separate line items. Tiered rates apply for DoD/Government, Commercial, and Academic customers. Contact us for a proposal — we respond within 48 hours.
Can FFF-401 be delivered at our location?
Yes. FFF-401 is available facility-based in Fayetteville, NC or as an on-site deployment to your installation or facility. Contact us to discuss logistics for on-site delivery.
What is the cohort size for FFF-401?
FFF-401 requires a minimum of 8 students per cohort. Maximum is 12. The optimal cohort is 8 students for equipment management and instructor-to-student ratios.
Ready to Schedule This Course?
All training proposals are customized to your organization’s requirements, operational timeline, and location preference.
Ready to Schedule This Course?
All training proposals are customized to your organization's requirements, operational timeline, and location preference. We respond within 48 hours.