Acknowledgments

The creation of this open educational resource (OER) was made possible by a Cycle 4 OER Grant from the Tennessee Board of Regents. OER initiatives are  supported by institutions like Middle Tennessee State University and the Tennessee Board of Regents. Open Educational Resources represent a revolutionary shift in education, promoting accessibility, collaboration, and innovation. The authors appreciate the efforts of educators and institutions in creating and sharing these resources, which empower learners worldwide and enhance the quality of education.

The majority of this book’s content is from Federal Aviation Administration publications and is part of the public domain. For a complete list of FAA publications referenced in this book, see the References section.

The front cover photo of MTSU Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operations students conducting fixed-wing flight training of an aircraft constructed in class courtesy of Haley “Cat” Bradley.