Government-Proven.
Federally Certified.
Drone Training School delivers NDAA-compliant drone programs to government agencies, law enforcement, fire departments, and public safety organizations — deployed on-site at your facility, nationwide.
By the numbers
Years delivering government and enterprise programs
Government and public safety agencies trained
U.S. cities with DTS program deployment
Countries served internationally
FAA Part 107 first-attempt pass rate
Government Programs — Verified Engagements
From U.S. city workforce initiatives to international government ministries, DTS delivers on-site drone programs at every level of government.
Workforce Development Drone Training Program — 2025 & 2026
The City of North Miami officially selected Drone Training School as its designated drone training partner for the NoMi Tech Month workforce development program. The collaboration provided FAA Part 107 drone certification training to North Miami residents as part of the city's technology and economic inclusion initiative — the only drone training organization endorsed on official North Miami government pages two years running.
Consecutive years as official city partner
Part 107 certification delivered to residents
Official government pages confirm partnership
Government Drone Operations Training — Caribbean Territory Ministries
Drone Training School delivered specialized drone operations training for the governments of St. Maarten and Curaçao, specifically for their Ministries of Traffic, Transportation, and Urban Planning. The program equipped government personnel with critical theoretical knowledge and hands-on operational skills to ensure safe, compliant, and efficient drone usage across core government functions.
Training emphasized real-world application across infrastructure inspection, emergency response, and urban development — aligning with each territory's modernization goals and disaster-readiness preparedness objectives.
Caribbean government ministries trained
Mission areas: inspection, emergency, urban development
International government deployment
Program scope: infrastructure inspection · emergency response · urban development · public safety · performance standards · compliance frameworks
Public Safety & Government Agencies Served
Drone Training School has delivered programs to agencies at the federal, state, county, city, tribal, and international government level.
U.S. Coast Guard
Federal Law Enforcement / Maritime
Atlanta SWAT — City of Atlanta Police
Law Enforcement / Tactical Operations
Miami Police Department
Municipal Law Enforcement
Miami-Dade County Fire Dept.
Fire & Emergency Services
U.S. Department of Transportation
Federal Agency
Florida Dept. of Transportation (FDOT)
State Agency / Infrastructure
City of Miami
Municipal Government
City of Atlanta
Municipal Government
City of North Miami
Municipal Government — Official Training Partner
Seminole Tribe of Florida
Tribal Council / Sovereign Government
Government of St. Maarten
Ministry of Traffic, Transportation & Urban Planning
Government of Curaçao
Ministry of Traffic, Transportation & Urban Planning
Assoc. of Village Council Presidents
Tribal / Village Government
NDAA Section 848 Compliance
The Only Standard That Matters for Government Contracts
NDAA Section 848 prohibits U.S. government agencies from procuring drones not on the approved Blue UAS List. Drone Training School is a certified NDAA Blue List Operator and Reseller — meaning we operate the same compliant fleet required for federal contracts, and we can supply your agency with NDAA-approved drones and training in a single engagement.
No other South Florida drone training company holds dual NDAA certification as both operator and reseller.
Inquire About NDAA-Compliant ProgramsNDAA-Approved Fleet
All fleet assets meet NDAA Section 848 Blue UAS List requirements. Suitable for federal, state, and local government procurement under applicable procurement rules.
Federal Certifications & Authorizations
FAA Certificate
Part 107 Remote Pilot
Issued by the Federal Aviation Administration. Required for all commercial and government UAS operations under 14 CFR Part 107.
FAA Certificate
A&P Mechanic
Aviation Mechanic — Airframe & Powerplant. Issued by the FAA. Confirms deep technical aviation background beyond drone operations.
NDAA Certification
Blue List Certified Operator
Certified to operate NDAA-compliant UAS for government and enterprise engagements under NDAA Section 848.
NDAA Certification
Blue List Certified Reseller
Certified to procure and supply NDAA Blue List drones to government agencies. Dual certification is rare in South Florida.
FAA Airspace Authorization
Miami International Airport (MIA)
Confirmed Part 107 authorization for operations near Class B airspace at Miami International Airport — one of the most restricted flight zones in the Southeast.
Industry Membership
Doral Chamber — Platinum Member
Recognized as a Platinum Member by the Doral Chamber of Commerce since 2022. Official announcement confirmed at doralchamber.org.
When the News Needs a Drone Expert, They Call DTS
James Tobon, FAA-certified pilot and DTS founder, is regularly called upon by major television networks as the authoritative voice on drone safety, regulations, and operations.
WESH 2 / NBC Orlando
December 20, 2024
"Drone sightings reach Orlando — what an expert says about identifying them." James Tobon cited as the expert source.
↗ Read the articleNoticias Telemundo — National
December 24, 2024
National Spanish-language broadcast. James Tobon appeared as drone safety expert following a drone show incident in Orlando. Millions of viewers nationwide.
↗ Watch the segmentClickOrlando / WKMG News 6
December 23, 2024
NBC affiliate. DTS cited as expert source on drone operations and safety standards in coverage of a downtown Orlando drone show incident.
↗ Read the articleYahoo News (national syndication)
December 20, 2024
The WESH 2 expert segment was syndicated nationally through Yahoo News, extending James Tobon's expert commentary to a national audience.
↗ Read on Yahoo NewsDoral Biz Radio — YouTube
February 22, 2022
"Drone Pilot License and Drone Education, Drone for Business." James Tobon featured as industry expert on drone careers and commercial applications.
↗ Watch on YouTubeRefresh Miami — Tech Event Speaker
March 2018
James Tobon / DTS presented "How to Market Your Drone Business Using Social Media, SEO, Internet Marketing" at Refresh Miami — South Florida's leading tech community event.
↗ View event listingGovernment Drone Program Questions
Is DTS NDAA compliant for government procurement?
Yes. Drone Training School holds dual NDAA Blue List certification as both a certified Operator and a certified Reseller. Our approved fleet includes DJI Matrice 400, DJI Matrice 4E, DJI Matrice 4T, and all Skydio models — the same standard required for U.S. government drone contracts under NDAA Section 848.
Do you train law enforcement and fire departments?
Yes. DTS has delivered training programs to Atlanta SWAT (City of Atlanta Police Department), Miami Police Department, Miami-Dade County Fire Department, and the U.S. Coast Guard. All programs are delivered on-site at your agency's facility and are custom-designed for your mission requirements, SOPs, and equipment.
What did DTS deliver for the City of North Miami?
DTS served as the official drone training partner for the City of North Miami's NoMi Tech Month workforce development initiative in both 2025 and 2026. The program provided FAA Part 107 certification training to North Miami residents as part of the city's technology inclusion and economic development initiative. DTS is the only drone training organization to appear on official City of North Miami government web pages as a designated program partner.
What is the cost of a government drone training program?
Government and enterprise programs start at $2,500/day plus travel for standard training deployments. Comprehensive implementation programs — including SOPs, fleet management, compliance frameworks, and ongoing support — range from $15,000 to $100,000 depending on agency size and scope. Contact us for a no-obligation agency consultation.
Has DTS trained international government agencies?
Yes. DTS has delivered drone operations programs to international government ministries, including the governments of St. Maarten and Curaçao — specifically their Ministries of Traffic, Transportation, and Urban Planning. Programs covered infrastructure inspection, emergency response, urban development, and disaster-readiness preparedness. DTS has conducted government and enterprise programs across 8 countries.
Can DTS deliver training at our facility?
Yes. DTS deploys to you — you don't come to us. All government programs are conducted at your agency's facility. DTS has deployed programs across 16 U.S. cities and 8 countries over 8+ years of operation.
Ready to Equip Your Agency?
Contact DTS for a no-obligation government program consultation. We'll assess your agency's mission requirements and build a custom NDAA-compliant training program around them.