FOLASAKIN OLOLADE AKINTOLA

Versatile Unmanned Engineer and Pilot with a degree in Technologies of Aircraft Manufacturing and Repair from the prestigious National Aerospace University, Kharkov Aviation Institute (KHAI), in Ukraine. Holds a Private Pilot License (PPL) under EASA regulations, providing a solid foundation in aircraft manufacturing, maintenance, and operational procedures for both manned and unmanned aerial systems (UAS).

Hands-on expertise gained through diverse professional roles, including experience as a mechanic, fostering an in-depth understanding of internal combustion engines. Proficient in welding, fabrication, soldering, 3D printing, and CNC machining, bringing a broad technical skillset that supports innovative engineering solutions.

With over seven years in unmanned aerial systems, designed and built a variety of drones, utilizing open-source platforms such as Ardupilot, Cleanflight, and Betaflight. Skilled in various configuration tools, including Mission Planner, QGroundControl, Betaflight, and iNav, and well-versed in operational knowledge of DJI drones. Currently advancing qualifications with an NCAA Aircraft Maintenance License (Airframe and Power Plant).

As a UAV Maintenance Technician, conducted scheduled and unscheduled maintenance on a range of UAV systems, including the Wingtra Gen 2, DJI M300, DJI M200, Elios, and Tekever AR3. Holder of an Open A1/A3 Remote Pilot Certificate and STS 01 and STS 02 certifications, ensuring readiness for diverse operational scenarios.

Extensive experience in drone piloting and payload operation, with broad exposure to RC airplanes and UAVs, including FPV and TPV models.

• Place of birth: Ilesa Osun State
• Date of birth: 02/04
• Nationality: Nigerian

• EASA Private Pilot
• Open A1/A3 Unmanned aircraft License
• STS 01 - VLOS over a controlled ground area in a populated environment
• STS 02 - BVLOS with Airspace Observers over a controlled airspace
• Level 2 Maintenance Technician for the Tekever AR3
• OPITO- BOSIET with EBS
• NDT-2 (Visual Inspection)
• Welding and Fabrication.
• Automotive Maintenance Repair.
• Aircraft Maintenance (LPC)
• Compostite Manufacturing
• Additive and Subtractive Manufacturing (3D Printing and CNC milling)

• Nigerian Student Association (KHAI), Chkalova St, 17, Kharkiv, Kharkiv Oblast, 61000, Ukraine, Member, 01/2019, 12/2022 JETS Club (Junior Engineers, Technicians and Scientists)

• Gof International College, Osogbo, Osun State, 340001, Nigeria, President, 09/2015, 08/2016