Ivano-Frankivsk Autopilot Co

About

The Honcharenko Center Ivano-Frankivsk runs an educational drone initiative aimed at developing UAV skills among young people in western Ukraine. In 2023, the center launched a free UAV operator school that teaches students aged 14–18 the fundamentals of drone flight, control systems, and real-world applications of UAVs. The program blends classroom instruction with simulator-based training and hands-on piloting of FPV drones, reflecting the growing role of unmanned systems in Ukraine’s defense and civilian sectors. Through this project, the Honcharenko Center promotes technological literacy, responsible drone use, and early professional orientation toward engineering and defense innovation.

Details

Products (Offered by the UAV-Training Program):

• Educational drone flight kits (FPV drones for practice)
• Simulator software and hardware set-ups for drone control training
• Drone operational manual and training aids (printed and digital)
• Certificate of completion for drone operator training

Services:

• Free UAV operator training program for teenagers (aged 14–18)
• Hands-on drone piloting sessions (simulator + real drones)
• Theoretical lessons on UAV technology, applications and professions
• Workshops on drone maintenance, safety and field deployment
• Mentorship and orientation into drone-related careers and industries