To many, airplanes and drones remain among the most fascinating inventions. Carlos Jillson, President of Sinclair’s Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), certainly thinks so. In fact, he’s dedicated his time to preaching the good word about the future of aviation technology.
The history of UAS Clubs at Sinclair goes back several years. The college’s latest rendition was created back in Spring 2024.
Sinclair offers a bachelor degree and associate degree in UAS, as well as several one-year and short-term technical certificates. Most classes are held in Building 13, where Sinclair’s Aviation Technology Department is also located.
According to Jillson, “The club is open to every Sinclair student regardless of their program. All are welcome as long as they are in a good standing and have taken more than six credits throughout the terms in which they wish to participate.”
“The club is focused on helping its members form study groups and have a place to ask questions of their peers,” said Jillson.
On Sep. 6, UAS club members will demonstrate their piloting skills on a drone obstacle course in Building 8. Viewers will have a chance to see what these students have learned.
“They will show off the operations skills they have developed as part of their time at Sinclair planning flights and building flight experience. This is planned to be the first of several events the club wants to organize this year” said Jillson.
Since UAS is part of a dynamic and rapidly growing industry, the club is there to help students to keep up with industry developments during and after their time at Sinclair. Additionally, the club wants students to have fun gaining experience as pilots.
Esperance Amuri, Intern