Veterans Leading the Mission: Building Expertise in Forensic, UAV, and LiDAR Operations
Forget everything you think you know about veteran training. The path to mission-ready skills now includes cutting-edge forensic field operations, UAV certification for veterans, and LiDAR training for veterans—all woven into a single veteran training pipeline. At Tours of Duty, we prepare you to serve with purpose, using tools and techniques that honor those still unaccounted for. Here’s how we build expertise that matters. [https://news.va.gov/139892/launch-into-high-flying-career-drone-technology/]
Veteran Training Pipeline Overview

The journey to profound skills starts here. Tours of Duty offers a unique training pipeline that prepares you for missions with unmatched dedication and purpose.
Forensic Field Foundations
Begin with a foundation that sets you apart. Our forensic field training sharpens your analytical skills, allowing you to document and analyze historical sites with precision. You’ll learn to assess locations with the utmost respect, preserving stories long untold.
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Hands-On Training: Gain experience with tools used in forensic field operations.
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Real-World Application: Apply your skills in settings that honor those still missing.
This training is not just about learning; it’s about becoming a guardian of history.
UAV Certification for Veterans
Elevate your mission capabilities with UAV certification. This training empowers you to operate drones, adding a new dimension to your skillset. By mastering UAV technology, you can survey and document sites from above, providing a bird’s-eye view of critical locations.
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FAA Part 107 Preparation: Ensure you’re ready to meet certification standards.
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Practical Experience: Fly missions that matter, capturing data to support ongoing efforts.
Explore how UAV certification opens new horizons for veterans seeking purpose and impact.
LiDAR and GPR Training
Delve into the world of advanced technology with LiDAR and GPR training. These tools are vital for uncovering hidden details without disturbing the ground. You’ll learn how to interpret data that sheds light on forgotten histories.
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Precision Mapping: Use LiDAR to create detailed maps of potential sites.
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Ground Penetrating Radar (GPR): Detect subsurface elements that might go unnoticed.
Your expertise will contribute to a mission that honors the past and guides the future.
Advanced Geospatial Techniques

Unlock the potential of geospatial techniques to support humanitarian missions. These skills enable you to contribute significantly to the search for the missing.
GIS for Humanitarian Missions
Geospatial Information Systems (GIS) are crucial for planning and executing missions. You’ll learn to map and analyze data, supporting efforts to locate those still unaccounted for.
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Data Integration: Combine various data sources for a comprehensive view.
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Strategic Planning: Use GIS to enhance mission planning and execution.
This training empowers you to make informed decisions in the field, driving mission success.
Photogrammetry and Drone Mapping
Harness the power of photogrammetry to create accurate 3D models of historical sites. This technique, paired with drone mapping, offers a detailed perspective that traditional methods can’t match.
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3D Modeling: Transform images into detailed, actionable models.
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Site Analysis: Use drone mapping to gather critical data efficiently.
These skills ensure that every mission is grounded in accuracy and respect for history.
Honoring the Missing

At the heart of every mission is the commitment to honor the missing. This section bridges our training efforts with the purpose they serve.
POW/MIA Mission Support
Support missions that seek to bring closure to families of POWs and MIAs. Your skills in research and technology play a critical role in these efforts.
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Collaborative Efforts: Work alongside historians and other experts.
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Ethical Documentation: Ensure every action respects those who served.
Your contribution is vital to fulfilling America’s promise to never forget.
Veteran Reintegration and Gold Star Families
Beyond the mission, our training supports veteran reintegration, offering renewed purpose and community. Gold Star Families find solace in knowing their loved ones are honored.
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Community Support: Join a network of veterans with shared goals.
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Family Engagement: Gold Star Families become part of your mission narrative.
Together, we build a legacy of remembrance and hope, ensuring that no veteran’s sacrifice is forgotten.
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