Intermediate Open 10" FPV Course – July 18-19

Intermediate Open 10" FPV Course – Hourglass Platform

July 18–19, 2026 | Nunnelly, TN | Limited Slots Available

This course is built for pilots ready to move beyond small FPV platforms and into full-scale, high-performance systems.

Over two days, students will train exclusively on the 2nd Order Effects Hourglass platform—a 10-inch drone capable of exceeding 80 MPH and built for real-world application.

This is a skill-focused course designed to teach you how to operate, plan, and sustain flights on larger platforms where speed, weight, and consequences all scale up.

Who This Course Is For

• Pilots with prior FPV experience
• Students who have completed the FPV Crash Course (recommended)
• Operators looking to move into larger, mission-capable drones

If you are still learning basic flight controls, you should start with the Crash Course before attending this training.

What You'll Learn

Students will receive hands-on instruction in:

• Platform Setup & Configuration
  • Betaflight setup and configuration
  • Control system settings for stability and performance
• Flight Planning
  • Basic Mission Planning before takeoff
  • Managing routes, risk, and contingencies
• Flight on 10" Platforms
  • Managing speed, inertia, and control at scale
  • Flying high-performance systems safely and effectively
  • Weighted inert payload flight, and dropping of inert payloads

  • Piloting with use of thermal FPV camera

Platform Requirements

This is a platform-specific course.

• All students will fly 2OE Hourglass drones
• No other drone platforms are permitted

Students will be provided with a drone and all necessary equipment for the duration of the course. Drones

Training Package

2-Day Training + Hourglass Rental: $2500

• Hourglass FPV drone (provided for the weekend)
• Controller, goggles, batteries, and supporting equipment
• Full course instruction
• Feel free to bring your own FPV goggles, if preferred

Details & Logistics

Training is held at Treadproof Training Center in Nunnelly, TN.

• Two full days of instruction
• Lunch included both days
• Airfare and ground transportation not included

On-site Lodging: +$200

Lodging is bunkhouse style with shared kitchen, dining room and tv lounge.

• Friday and Saturday night lodging

• Breakfast and Lunch provided Saturday and Sunday

Suggested Airports:
Nashville International Airport (BNA)

Nearby Lodging:
Nunnelly, TN areas offer multiple hotel options

⚠️ Class size is limited to 16 students due to equipment and instructor bandwidth. Secure your spot early.