Drone & UAV Lab Setup
Build, Fly, Automate — DGCA-Ready UAV Training
Complete drone and UAV lab for 20 students. Covers airframe assembly, flight controller setup, autonomous waypoint missions, FPV systems, and DGCA regulations for educational institutions.
Choose Your Package
All packages designed for 20 students — scalable on request
Starter
DJI Tello + build-your-own F450 kits for 20 students
- DJI Tello Edu × 5 (programming-focused, SDK)
- F450 Quadcopter Build Kit × 4
- FlySky FS-i6X RC Transmitter × 6
- LiPo Battery 3S 2200mAh × 20 + balance charger × 4
- Emax 2212 motors + 30A ESC sets × 4
- Indoor safety net enclosure (4×4×3m) × 1
- Repair toolkit + propeller balance tool
Standard
Pixhawk autopilot, autonomous missions and FPV racing
- Everything in Starter
- Pixhawk 4 Flight Controller × 4
- GPS + compass module × 4
- Telemetry radio 915MHz × 4 pairs
- 250mm FPV racing drone kit × 3
- FPV goggles × 3
- Mission Planner / QGC setup workstations
- Oscilloscope 2-ch × 2
Professional
Fixed-wing, payload delivery, swarm concepts & DGCA remote pilot prep
- Everything in Standard
- Fixed-wing trainer (FPV Ranger) × 2
- VTOL tiltrotor platform × 1
- Thermal + RGB mapping camera × 1
- RTK GPS for precision landing × 2
- Companion computer (Raspberry Pi 4) mounted × 4
- Drone simulator (DJI Flight Sim / Liftoff) × 20 seats
- DGCA exam prep material + mock test
Equipment List
Complete equipment for 20 students — varies by selected package
| Equipment | Qty | Specification |
|---|---|---|
| DJI Tello Edu | 5 units | 100g, 13 min flight time, Scratch/Python/Swift SDK, IR optical positioning |
| F450 Quadcopter Kit | 4 sets | 450mm frame, 2212/920KV motors × 4, 30A ESC × 4, 9×4.5 props |
| 250mm FPV Racing Drone Kit | 3 sets | Betaflight FC, 2306/2400KV motors, 35A ESC, 5" props, 3S/4S |
| Fixed-Wing FPV Trainer | 2 units | 1400mm wingspan, EPO foam, 1200KV motor, 40A ESC, ailerons/elevator/rudder |
Software & Tools
Included software stack — licensed for each student workstation
Mission Planner
Open-SourceArduPilot ground control station — mission planning, PID tuning
QGroundControl (QGC)
Open-SourcePX4 and ArduPilot GCS — cross-platform, clean UI
Betaflight Configurator
Open-SourceFPV racing drone setup — PID, motor mapping, rates
DJI Tello SDK (Python)
FreePython-based autonomous Tello control for students
Gazebo + SITL
Open-SourceSoftware-in-the-loop drone simulation without risk
Liftoff / DJI Flight Simulator
PaidFPV racing and autonomous flight simulation
Curriculum Modules
6 modules from Beginner to Advanced — typically covered in one academic semester
Duration: 1 week
- Quadcopter physics
- DGCA India drone rules 2021
- DigitalSky platform
- Categories: Nano, Micro, Small, Medium, Large
What Makes This Lab Complete
DJI Tello Edu for beginner programmable flight (Python SDK)
Pixhawk 4 for autonomous GPS waypoint missions
Indoor safety net enclosure for all-weather practice
DGCA India regulations, DigitalSky onboarding
FPV racing drones for advanced skills
Simulation-first training (Gazebo SITL + Liftoff)
Infrastructure Requirements
What your institution needs to provide before installation
Indoor Flight Area
Minimum 5×5m clear area with 3m ceiling height; soft indoor net enclosure mandatory
Room Size
Minimum 800 sq ft total — flight area + 20 student workstations + repair benches
Power
Dedicated 15A circuit for multi-port LiPo chargers; fire extinguisher CO₂ mandatory near charging area
Safety
First-aid kit, LiPo fire protocol poster, no-fly zone above 400ft signage, fire-resistant charging cabinet
Outdoor Option
Nearby open ground (football field / terrace) for outdoor mission practice; check DGCA TFR/NFZ before flying
Setup Process
Consultation
Our team reviews your space, budget and learning objectives to recommend the right package.
Procurement
We source all equipment, verify quality and arrange delivery to your institution.
Installation
Our engineers set up all hardware, networking, software and test every workstation.
Training
Faculty training session included — start teaching from day one with our curriculum guide.
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For Drone & UAV Lab Setup — 20 students