⚡ Only 50 Vegas workshop seats available • Limited time pricing

In Partnership with Commercial UAV Expo

Master Drone Mapping in Just 3 Simple Steps

Every pilot knows mapping pays more, but the technical barriers feel impossible to overcome. We’ve simplified complex workflows into step-by-step training that actually works

Master our proven system and start landing $200-1500 mapping contracts—even if you’ve never processed survey data before.

Train Online
7 hours of self-paced training
Build Your Plan
Launch & Grow Your Business
Fly to Vegas
Finish up your training in-person 
at Commercial UAV Expo

Stop Competing on Price.
Start Charging Premium Rates.

Basic Photography
Less profitable real estate photos
Competing with thousands of pilots
Clients see drones as commodities
Lower client loyalty
Professional Drone Mapping
More profitable mapping & surveying jobs
Specialized skill with less competition
Clients understand the value of accurate data
Premium pricing justified by accurate results
Difficult to replace, higher loyalty

Meet Your Instructor

Get the Playbook from a Successful Drone Mapper

Jared-Janacek
Jared Janacek
President, Texas Drone Company

Jared earns his living from drone mapping—150+ sites monthly for mining, construction, and surveying clients. You’ll learn his exact workflows for earning $1500-3500 per job.

9,500+

Missions

150+

Sites/Month

8

Years

Learn Drone Mapping in 3 Easy Steps

Your Path to Professional Drone Mapping

1

Master the Fundamentals at Your Own Pace

9.5 hours of online mapping, surveying, and 3D modeling instruction. Self- paced videos for you to watch on your own time.

2

Build Real Skills with Hands-On Practice at Home

Follow along with real project files from the class and learn how to use Jared’s workflows.

3

Fly to Vegas

Apply your skills hands-on at the world’s largest drone expo with live equipment and expert feedback.

Master Drone Mapping Online at Your Own Pace – $299 Value

Self-paced video training designed for working pilots—learn during lunch breaks, evenings, or weekends

Class 1
Drone Mapping Foundations
3.5 hours
Learn the fundamentals that separate pros from hobbyists
Best drones & software for mapping
Professional terminology to impress clients
Flight planning for perfect maps
DroneDeploy, Metashape, Pix4D processing
Quality control & accuracy explanation
Class 2
Drone Surveying Made Easy
3.5 hours
Achieve 2-3 inch accuracy for premium pricing
Ground control points for survey-grade accuracy
PPK vs RTK systems and applications
Creating contours and digital surface models
QGIS, Virtual Surveyor software training
Working with land surveyors professionally
Class 3
Drone Modeling Made Easy
2.5 hours
Create $800-1500 architectural models & digital twins
Facade capture for architectural projects
Ground + aerial camera integration
Advanced camera settings & positioning
Digital twin creation for facilities
Bentley ContextCapture processing

Live Vegas Workshop with Jared – $149 Value

2 hours of intensive, hands-on training where theory meets real-world application

Workshop Details
Date: September 4, 2025
Time: 10:15am – 12:15pm (2 hours)
Location: Commercial UAV Expo at Caesars Forum, Las Vegas
Class Size: Limited to 50 pilots only
Instructor: Jared Janacek (Texas Drone Company)
What Makes This Workshop Different
🎯 Real Project Walkthrough
Jared will demonstrate his complete workflow using actual data from a recent $2500 construction mapping job—from flight planning to final deliverable.
💻 Live Processing Session
Watch as he processes drone imagery in real-time, troubleshoots common issues, and shows you the shortcuts that save hours.
🤝 Direct Access to Jared
Ask questions about your specific challenges, get advice on equipment purchases, and learn from his 6 years of mapping experience.
Workshop Details
Hour 1: From Flight to Processing Setup
Bring your own dataset and get personalized setup help
Learn how to properly organize mapping files and flight data
Learn handy in-field checks to ensure proper data capture and lighting optimization
Set up a new project inside your processing software (Pix4D, Strayos, DJI Terra, etc.)
Configure key settings: coordinate systems, ground control, and processing templates
Begin running your dataset and understand what the software is doing under the hood
Get real-time guidance as your processing gets underway
Ask questions and get troubleshooting help in a small group setting
Hour 2: Quality Checks, Exports & Feedback
Review processing reports and evaluate accuracy (tie points, RMSE, alignment)
Adjust GCPs or checkpoints if applicable and rerun optimization
Export orthomosaics, point clouds, DSMs, and other deliverables
Explore software suites that enable you to make your data actionable mistakes and how to avoid them
Learn what formats clients expect (and how to deliver them) with fellow mapping professionals
Gain insight with tools tips and tricks for the perfect deliverable
Share your results and get live feedback on your workflow
Gain insights into what separates “acceptable” from “professional”
Leave with next steps to improve your process and grow your confidence
🎁 Workshop Exclusive Benefits

Leave with Jared’s complete workflow templates, processing checklists, and client proposal examples
Plus: Priority access to future advanced workshops and ongoing support community

Exclusive Expo Access for Vegas Workshop Attendees – $200 Value

Vegas Workshop package includes full access to Commercial UAV Expo—the world’s premier commercial drone event

225
Exhibitors
4,000
Industry Professionals
60
Countries Represented
#1
Drone Expo Worldwide
Expo Benefits
🤝 Network with Decision-Makers

Connect with other successful mapping professionals, find potential partners, and discover new market opportunities.

🔧 Compare Equipment Side-by- Side

See drones, sensors, and processing software in-person before you buy. See live demonstrations of select equipment.

📊 Learn from Industry Leaders

Watch real mapping workflows in action. Attend sessions on regulation updates, market trends, and emerging opportunities. Get insider knowledge on which services are in highest demand.

🎁 Exclusive Vegas Workshop Benefit

3-day expo hall access (normally $200) included FREE with your workshop registration

Note: Expo access is only available to Online + Vegas Workshop participants. Online-only students do not receive expo access.

Complete Training Package Value

Here’s everything you get when you join the Online + Vegas Workshop:

  • Complete Online Training (3 Courses, 9.5 Hours) $299
  • Live Vegas Workshop with Jared (3.5 Hours) $149
  • 3-Day Commercial UAV Expo Pass $200
  • Private Mapping Community Access $50
  • Project Files & Templates $100
  • Lifetime Course Updates and Workshop Recording $75
  • Total Retail Value: $873
Yours Today for Just
$399

Save Over $470

⚡ Only 50 Vegas workshop seats avaliable • Limited time pricing

Choose Your Training Path

Start with complete online mastery, then add hands‑on Vegas experience

Online Foundation
$299
Complete digital mastery
3 Complete Courses (9.5 hours)
Lifetime access & updates
Private mapping community
Sample project files
️30‑Day Risk‑Free
Possibility to Upgrade to Access a Recording of the Workshop Later
Start Your Journey
Online + Vegas Workshop Most Popular
$399 $873
Most popular – live experience
Everything in Online Foundation ($299)
3‑Day Expo Pass ($200)
Live Vegas Workshop ($149)
Hands‑on flight planning & data processing
Face‑to‑face Q&A with Jared
Total Value of $873 – You Save Over $470
Very Limited Seats – First Come First Served
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"These courses have my mind racing at the applications for drone mapping"

“I’ve taken all 3 courses and they’ve been incredibly helpful. I have pages of notes and information, half of which I came into the course knowing absolutely nothing about.”

— Christian Smith , Professional Drone Pilot

Frequently Asked Questions

Any drone works, but you’ll get better results with mechanical shutters like Phantom 4 Pro or Mavic 3 Enterprise.