T3 UAV & National Scouting Combine: Elevating the 2026 Naples Combine

When the National Scouting Combine (NSC) takes to Naples, Florida in 2026, the skies won’t just be clear — they’ll be powered by purpose. The return of T3 UAV brings more than drone footage and aerial angles: it brings a faith-driven, veteran-led commitment to excellence rooted in resilience, service, and opportunity.

From Dream to Mission: The Origins of T3 UAV

Founder and CEO Elijah Jenkins didn’t begin his journey thinking he would run a drone company. “I wanted to be a helicopter pilot in the Army, but that path was blocked,” he recalls. After resettling in Tampa, a conversation with his pastor about drones changed everything. With support, Jenkins enrolled in a drone academy — and that step became the catalyst for a new direction in his life.

What began as an unexpected opportunity quickly grew into a calling. T3 UAV was formed under Real3st Shooters Academy, and today the company is preparing for a major expansion: a 19-acre outdoor firing range and a dedicated drone school. This new facility will allow both beginners and professionals to rent drones for flight hours, learn new aircraft, and earn FAA and state certifications.

T3 UAV’s reach has also expanded internationally — including requests for security and survey missions in Migori, Kenya (details withheld for safety).

What T3 UAV Offers — And What Makes It Different

T3 UAV describes itself as a true “one-stop shop” for drone, media, and security operations — but the company’s identity sets it apart in ways far deeper than its services:

The only Christ-led, disabled veteran–owned drone organization operating worldwide that is fully certified, insured, affordable, and proficient.
Pilots available in every state — and the ability to hire locally when needed to keep client costs down.
100% in-house media editing and production — no outsourcing, no inflated crew costs.
Specializations in sports coverage, business fly-throughs, real-estate media, promotional reels, and high-impact digital content.

This blend of values, structure, and capability makes T3 UAV uniquely suited for high-visibility events like the National Scouting Combine, where precision and storytelling matter.

Memories from Indianapolis — Setting the Stage for Naples

T3 UAV’s partnership with the National Scouting Combine began in Indianapolis. For Jenkins, what stood out most was the environment — the scenery, natural light, and calm winds that created perfect flight conditions.

He describes each mission as a reminder that “God sets the stage for excellence,” a theme that has remained central to his work from Indianapolis to Naples.

What’s Next: T3 UAV’s Role at the 2026 Naples Combine

As T3 UAV returns for the 2026 event, their role continues to expand. With more pilots and trained visual observers, the company will focus on:

enhanced safety protocols
improved data capture
high-level media production
increased exposure for athletes around the world

But what excites Jenkins most is coaching. His performance background — including a 4.4 forty, a 6-second L drill, a 40+ inch vertical, and 225 pounds for six reps — drives his passion for mentoring young athletes. Though injuries from his military service ended his own playing career, they didn’t end his purpose.

Through T3 UAV, he now coaches not only pilots and staff, but also the athletes whose journeys he helps showcase.

A Guiding Principle for All the Work Ahead

At the core of everything T3 UAV does is Colossians 3:23 (KJV): “And whatsoever ye do, do it heartily, as to the Lord, and not unto men.”

For Jenkins, T3 UAV is not about attempting excellence — it is about doing excellence, with faith first. Every flight is a ministry. Every production is a testimony. What began as a grounded aviation dream has become a Christ-led mission to elevate others — on the ground, in the air, and in faith.