Elios AIIM Drone Course 27-28 February 2025

In collaboration with:

If you are looking for the UT Level II (40 Hours) + Elios Aerial Indoor Inspection Methodology (AIIM) UT Drone Combo course: Click here

If you are looking for the UT Level II (40 Hours) course ONLY: Click here

Prerequisite: UT Level II or higher
Learning Event: Instructor-Led Training, In-person
Format: 2-day course; 8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m. (CT) (America/Chicago) each day
Dates: 27-28 February 2025
Location: 

Contact Hours: 16
IACET CEUs: NA
Valid for ASNT Level III recertification: No

Pricing: $3,500

ASNT has a corporate rate with Homewood Suites by Hilton Houston Clear Lake NASA near ASNT Houston, which offers complimentary Wifi and breakfast at discounted rates. Visit the hotel site directly to book your stay.

*It is recommended that registered attendees do not book air travel until 14 days prior to the start of the class to ensure the class is being held. 

Course Description: 

NOTE: This course does have an introductory eLearning course that will need to be completed PRIOR to the start of the in-person, hands-on training occurring at MFE Inspection Solutions on 27-28 February 2025 from 8:00 a.m-5:00 p.m (America/Chicago). Please allow approximately 1-1.5 hours for the eLearning completion.

 This course will introduce students to drone based ultrasonic testing utilizing the sophisticated Elios 3 drone system for precise and efficient inspections in confined spaces. This technology allows for real-time data analysis, enhanced mapping, and automated surface preparation while improving efficiency and speed of the testing process and overall safety for the technicians.

 Upon completion of this course, the student will be able to: 

• Explain the various safety elements and pre-flight checklists associated with operating the Elios 3
• Describe the various elements of the drone and their purposes
• Pilot the Elios through MFE’s on-site drone obstacle course, navigating through confined space with dust, smoke, protruding objects, and other confined space scenarios
• Mange the lighting system within the Elios to navigate and inspect areas of interest with limited lighting
• Explain the importance of using couplant along with precautions to take while using the smart couplant dispenser
• Identify the proper modular probe head and properly install them
• Install the cleaning module to the drone, along with proper use of the module
• Perform UT inspections utilizing the Elios 3, including creating reports

After satisfactory completion of this course, you will receive a certification of completion by MFE Inspection Solutions.  This certification is a requirement for the warranty of any Flyability equipment.