ACSL Partners with USI to Launch SOTEN Training Program Amid 400% Order Growth
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ACSL has announced a partnership with the Unmanned Safety Institute (USI) to develop a training and certification program for its SOTEN drone platform aimed at North American operators. This initiative comes as ACSL reports a remarkable 400% increase in orders for the SOTEN in the first half of 2026 compared to the same period in 2025.
The training program, set to launch in late November or early December 2026, will provide both online and in-person courses, covering everything from basic operation to advanced mission planning. This structured approach aims to equip operators with the necessary skills and confidence to effectively utilize the SOTEN, addressing the growing demand for specialized drone training as diverse fleets become more common.
ACSL's SOTEN training program will encompass the entire ecosystem of the drone, including its various payloads and software applications. The curriculum will ensure that operators gain hands-on experience with the SOTEN, utilizing USI's extensive training resources and expertise, which includes over 30,000 trained operators since 2014. No further timeline was disclosed at the time of publication.
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ACSL sees 400% order growth, expands SOTEN pilot training
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