Big Bend Drone Enclosure – Built by Golf Range Netting
Big Bend Drone Enclosure by Golf Range Netting provides a state-of-the-art, FAA-compliant environment for safe UAV training and testing. Located at Big Bend Community College in Moses Lake, Washington, the enclosure supports advanced drone programs and hands-on flight operations aligned with FAA Part 107 requirements.
Learn more about our Drone & UAV Netting Solutions or browse our Portfolio of Netting Projects. For full details on this installation, visit the Big Bend Project Overview.
Project Highlights: Big Bend Drone Enclosure
- Dimensions: Approximately 250’ L × 100’ W × 50’ H with engineered steel poles for long-term stability.
- Enclosed Area: Over 25,000 sq. ft. of controlled flight space supporting training, mission planning, and hardware/software testing.
- Compliance: Designed to facilitate FAA Part 107 training activities in a controlled environment.
- Construction Partner: Burton Construction (WA).
- Project Reference: See the Big Bend UAV Project Details.
Why a Drone Training Enclosure Matters
Universities and public agencies increasingly rely on UAVs for inspection, mapping, safety, and research. A professionally engineered enclosure reduces risk by containing flight paths and protecting staff, students, and property. It also streamlines instruction by providing predictable conditions for skill progression, equipment calibration, and curriculum delivery.
Key Benefits of Golf Range Netting UAV Solutions
- Safety & Containment: Prevents drones from leaving the designated flight area, reducing liability and protecting nearby facilities.
- Durability: High-strength, UV-stable netting and corrosion-resistant hardware designed for wind, weather, and impact loads.
- Visibility: Netting maintains clear sightlines for instructors, observers, and telemetry systems.
- Custom Engineering: Layouts tailored to site constraints, training goals, and local codes—backed by experienced installation crews.
- Regulatory Alignment: Supports Part 107 training, operational safety procedures, and campus risk-management goals.
UAS Training at Big Bend Community College
Big Bend Community College is recognized for aviation and technology education. The campus UAV program leverages the enclosure to deliver practical flight training, operational planning, and scenario-based exercises that prepare students for industry roles. The facility accommodates multirotor and fixed-wing platforms used in law enforcement collaboration, agriculture applications, and research projects.
Drone Training Facility Features (Moses Lake, WA)
- Controlled Environment: Tether points, marked flight corridors, and instructor observation zones.
- Scalable Curriculum: From fundamentals to advanced autonomous missions and sensor payload integration.
- Data & Telemetry: Space to stage launch monitors and tracking systems for trajectory and performance analysis.
- Maintenance & Upkeep: Netting selection and pole design optimized for serviceability and long service life.
Installation & Materials Selection
Golf Range Netting specifies high-performance barrier netting with appropriate mesh size for UAV applications, anchored to engineered steel poles and tensioned cabling. Materials are selected for UV resistance, abrasion resistance, and consistent load distribution. Where wind exposure is significant, design options include reinforced border ropes, riblines, and rated hardware to maintain net geometry under gusts and dynamic loads.
Design Considerations We Address
- Local Wind & Weather: Pole spacing, foundation design, and hardware selection matched to site conditions.
- Operational Safety: Entry/exit control, ground markings, and procedures to manage shared campus airspace.
- Future Expansion: Modular layouts to extend length, width, or roof netting height as programs grow.
Location
Big Bend Community College
7662 Chanute St. N.E.
Moses Lake, WA 98837
Explore More Golf Range Netting Work
See additional drone enclosures, golf range installations, and specialty netting projects in our Portfolio, and learn more about our UAV solutions on the Drone & UAV Netting page.
Request a Quote
Ready to plan a drone training facility at your campus or agency? Contact our team via the Contact page, or call the number listed on Golf Range Netting. We’ll help scope dimensions, materials, and construction sequencing for a safe, code-aligned enclosure.