Unmanned Uncovered

We discuss Maury's path to the drone industry, the "evolution" from Evolve 1 to Evolve 2, and what to expect from the drone.

As President & CEO of NATE: The Communications Infrastructure Contractors Association, Todd Schlekeway provides overall leadership and vision working in concert with the Association's staff, Board of Directors, volunteer Standing Committees, Wireless Industry Network and over 1,065 member companies.  

Lee discusses his path to ConsortiqLatest happenings with the companyWhat's next for drones as a whole

Blake discusses his path to BRINC & what inspired him and his team while creating the LEMURWho was involved in the LEMUR's development, and why was that important to it's overall functionality?Who else can benefit from the LEMUR's technology?

Prior to Airwards' 2020 launch, Richard co-ran a successful digital and creative agency, Vitamin London and co-founded Little Vitamin which provided cost effective website solutions for individuals and SMEs. Richard has always had a passion for all things aerial. He started his career at AgustaWestland, the helicopter design and manufacturing company and more recently  consulted with aerial focused technology company, VisualSkies, and drone platform, Droneprep.Richard has a PfCO drone pilot licence as well as his ICC Coastal RYA Powerboat Level 2.

Guillaume Delépine is a Sr. Product Marketing Manager at Skydio, the leading U.S. drone manufacturer and world leader in autonomous flight. In his tenure at the company, he previously led Skydio's efforts to serve first responders as Public Safety lead. Then, as Enterprise Strategy Manager, Guillaume contributed to the fundraising, planning, and hiring process that led to Skydio's recent announcements of a $100M Series C, expanded roadmap, and growing executive team. Guillaume holds a BA from Princeton University, and took leave of the joint MPP/MBA program at Harvard University to join Skydio.Join the FREE webinar on June 2 at 9 a.m. PT -- Countdown to the Era of Autonomous Inspection -- as the Skydio team discusses its groundbreaking AI-powered autonomy, and how it's being used to capture inspection data and generate vivid and useful 3D models!Register here: https://bit.ly/3ueOKlp

Simon Brown is CEO at TEKTowr, an engineering solutions company that is active in the UK's Future Flight challenge. He was previously Head of IT Architecture for Operations at Heathrow Airport, and also spent 17 years working in NATS, the UK's air traffic control provider. He's a Chartered Engineer, an active member of the IET's Transport Policy Panel, and a recognised industry disruptor who's striving to build back a better aviation system-of-systems for society's benefit. In the episode we talk about his career, how TekTowr came to be, and the Fly2Plan concept.

Danny is the Chief remote pilot of long running, Sydney Australia based drone service provider, Hoverscape. We talk about cheffing to filming, roof inspections to tacos, and the future of the drone industry.

Drones & StarwarsManaging Consortiq on two continents during a pandemic - differences between US & UK drone pilotingAirwards, Fly2Plan, Isles of Scilly

Michael is the owner and lead pilot for his own business – Aerial Inspection Team. He started AIT to help advance safety and profitability in industrial inspections and farming.

Chief sUAS Pilot Wyatt Filipowicz joined the show to discuss his journey from roofing sales to becoming one of the most established drone pilots in the United States, which includes hurricane relief.

Nikhil Vadhavkar is the Co-Founder and CEO of Raptor Maps. He earned his B.S. in Biomedical Engineering and an M.S. in Engineering Management from Johns Hopkins University. He worked at Accenture in the Federal Services division, and spent five years at MIT researching thermal control for space suits. Nikhil previously led a Bill and Melinda Gates Foundation project to use drones for emergency medical supply delivery in developing countries.

Joseph is the Director of UAS Operations for Zipline and has also worked as the Worldwide Training and Standards Manager for Amazon Prime Air. This episode uncovers how Joseph and Zipline are saving lives with drone delivery and are leading the way for Part 135 efforts and beyond.

Jon Lee is a Reality Capture specialist with a life long background and passion within the construction field. As the CTO for Data Aero, Jon is creating and streamlining the workflow of projects to produce deliverables that are accurate and actionable. Jon's passion for surveying and mapping has helped him create partnerships with industry experts and integrate high-resolution data into their everyday workflow.

Consortiq's John Gore and Thomas Hague of Procure Plus discuss a new, unique way to conduct social housing inspections. Bryn Lucas hosts.

David Daly discusses how drones helped him cope with his own PTSD, and why they led him to start a non-profit drone service company for veterans, Vigilante Cares.

Aerospace student at the University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, Paras Adlakha, joins the show!

Chuck and Sam of Near Space Corporate join the show this week to discuss how they help people mature their UAS skills.

How do aircraft accidents happen? What's the protocol to investigate? Marcus and Bryce break down the system within the UK.

In this episode, we uncover Nick's journey to the unmanned industry.

Chris Johnson is a U.S. Airforce veteran and now works as a Data Scientist in the American Family Data Science Institute, designing advanced artificial intelligence and autonomous detection, classification and vehicle systems for the US Army. He also serves as a consultant helping Skyward build drone programs for Verizon's enterprise clients.

USI is the industry's most widely recognized leader in flight safety solutions for individuals, enterprises, and organizations focused on integrating and operating Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) for civil or commercial purposes.

Menachem is the Founder and CEO of Airrow LTD, a drone-based logistics company with headquarters in London – Airrow's aim is to enable the flying workforce of tomorrow. This episode will uncover how Menachem came up with the idea for Airrow and examine what the future holds for him and his company. 

This episode will seek to uncover how Derek found his way into the drone industry and examine the work he is doing at Trendspek.

Mark is a U.S. Army veteran and the UAV Department Manager for SurvTech solutions - is a geospatial firm headquartered in Tampa, Florida that provides surveying, mapping and geophysical services throughout the Southeastern US. Mark has spent well over a decade supporting military operations as a contractor drone pilot.

Briton makes a change to GISSensefly and turning to salesFrom hardware to software

Joe's background ranges widely in that he has a bachelor's degree in English and Pyschology and has served as a paramedic within his local community. This episode will uncover Joe's pathway to drones and his plans for the future.

Ron is a U.S Navy veteran and served over 20 years with the New Jersey State Police. He spent much of his time within the department's aviation borough which eventually led to him earning his role as Unmanned Aerial Systems Program Coordinator and Subject Matter Expert for the NJ State Police. He now serves as the principal and founder for his own drone consulting firm – Leach Strategic Partners.

Sam serves as the Regional Sales Manager for Enterprise Business Solutions with Sensefly – an industry leader renowned for its mainline product the Sensefly Ebee. Their proven drone solutions simplify the collection and analysis of geospatial data, allowing professionals in surveying, agriculture, engineering and humanitarian aid to make better decisions, faster. 

Jason San Souci has been a remote sensing and GIS scientist for 18 years. He is a graduate of the US Air Force Academy with a Master of Engineering in Space Operations from the University of Colorado. He is a Certified GIS Professional, Certified Neurodiversity Professional, AUVSI Certifed TOP Remote Pilot, Level 3 Thermographer and "Do You Know Drones?" Podcast Host (check him out on Amazon Alexa) and Co-Founder of Neurodiversity Works. At Juniper, Jason is Director of Strategic Programs helping enterprises reap the benefits of data and analytics by combining in-depth subject matter expertise with industry best practices. In his spare time, he is an avid Echelon rower and Crossfit athlete and trainer, enjoys light-bodied red wines and Belgian strong ales, and can eat 30 chicken nuggets in one sitting.

Kyle is a business development specialist for Censys Technologies - a Florida based fixed wing drone manufacturer focused on making BVLOS affordable and accessible. Kyle's journey to the unmanned industry has been anything but conventional. Once a college baseball player for Embry Riddle, he now finds himself at the forefront of the drone industry's latest and greatest breakthroughs. 

This episode will uncover...The origin story of TerraData UnmannedTerraData Unmanned's primary mission What sets the company apart from other drone service providersAn explanation of TerraData Unmanned's unique commitment to proprietary drone platformsA brief overview of some of the various missions and projects the company has been involved withJustin's insights on the biggest obstacles and challenges his company facesHow TerraData Unmanned is able to accomplish a global mission with a small teamDee's personal reflections on his career, his company, and his teamconsortiq.com 

Tyler Ackerman is the Director of Business Development for Draxxon - a premier provider of portable and affordable UAS command centers. This episode will uncover how Tyler found his footing within the drone industry and how he became a part of Draxxon. It will also dig into some of the unique Draxxon product offerings and uncover what makes their command centers so special.

Andy's career path - from the military at 16 to the police forceHow Andy decided that drones were his passionHow Bryce and Andy used drones in past careersNew EU drone regulations and how Consortiq will adjust

Getting data with drones is important, but it's what you do with that data that's most important.

This episode will uncover...Brett's beginnings as a golf enthusiast and how he rose to prominence as a professionalHis first exposure to a drone and how that experience would change his lifeHow Brett started using drones to cover golf tournamentsThe career steps that led him to FLIRAn overview of Brett's roles and responsibilities at FLIRDialogue surrounding business developments within the companyCOVID-19's impact on the infrared industry and how FLIR is adapting to the new environmentEnlightening insights gleaned from the golf course and how they apply to business and lifeflir.com https://www.linkedin.com/in/brett-kanda-78168583/

This episode will uncover...Tips for those looking to get Part 107 certified for the first timeAdvice on how to study for the testWhy setting a standard of excellence is so importantAn examination of what is lacking within the Part 107 license The difference between the initial certification and the recertification testHow COVID-19 has impacted testing Part 107 resources made available through Consortiqhttps://consortiq.com/courses/part-107-training-course/

Episode Highlights...AIRAVAT, the company, it's mission and how it startedExcitement surrounding the future of the drone industryAn assessment of the industry's future preparednessDarshan's leadership principles and valuesWomen in drones and the impact they're havingThe AUVSI North Carolina Chapter that Darshan startedUpcoming events to look forward toA follow-up on Darshan's remote piloting skillsDarshan's advice on what it takes to be successfulhttps://www.airavatsolutions.com/https://ncauvsi.wordpress.com/

Key insights:The beginning of Rand's incredible journey and how he ended up at Visual intelligence LPHis background and education in Ecosystems Analysis and how he utilizes his skill and experience to drive forward the mission of Visual Intelligence LPDescribing why sub-millimeter accuracy is a industry-shifting capabilityA breakdown of the services that Visual Intelligence LP offersUse-case illustrations that highlight the difference millimeters can makeWhy collaboration is and will alway be a critical component to long-term success within the drone industryRand's reflections on his career success and what motivates him to continue striving for excellencePredications on what the future of drones and photogrammetry https://visualintelligenceinc.com/linkedin.com/in/randknight

This episode will uncover...John's journey from law enforcement to the unmanned industryHis experience with the Tigershark platformHow he made the transition from military contracting to commercial state-side operationsThe series of events that led him to finding a role with ConsortiqFactors that sets Consortiq apart from other drone training companiesA breakdown of John's priorities and primary focus as a drone instructorPersonal insights and reflections from John about his life and experiences with drones thus farhttps://consortiq.com/

Some key takeaways...How will Will Austin became inspired to start a drone program at Warren Community CollegeDetails concerning the drone course curriculum and structureStudents' stories of how they became aware of Warren's drone program and what inspired them to sign upExpectations going in for Will as well as the studentsThe emphasis Warren Community College puts on practical flying skills and a basic breakdown of the vast fleet of drones students get to fly throughout the courseReflections on the significance, challenges, and takeaways of the Night Waiver assignment Will createdEach participant's favorite part of being involved with the Warren Community College drone programhttp://www.warren.edu/drones/

This episode will uncover...Mark's unmanned journey and how he found his way to Textron SystemsThe Aerosonde UAS and its unique capabilitiesLessons Mark learned while deployed in support of military operations with Textron SystemsInsights related to Mark's experience as an instructor for the Aersonde UASResponsibilities and duties associated with Mark's role as a training manager for Textron SystemsMotivating factors that compelled Mark to pursue a Ph. D in Aviation Human FactorsRisk factors involved with human control of unmanned technologiesVisions of what the future of drones and warfare might look likeLife lessons Mark has gleaned throughout his life's journey 

Kris Allshouse is the Executive Director at Los Angeles County Regional Training Center (LACRTC), a non-profit organization created to support public agencies with obtaining and fulfilling government grants, course presentations, curriculum design, training needs, assessment research, course assessment and coaching, and consultation. He also teaches at Golden West College and has 3 published works that include: "What Happened to Public Trust," "The 85 Percent Rule: Effective Outcome-Based Instruction," and "What Do You Mean I'm Wrong?" He's also developed and given courses on leadership and coaching and has toured the country as a keynote speaker and private coaching consultant. As a public safety expert with nearly two decades worth of front-line experience, Kris quickly realized the power and potential that drones have to serve during this time of pandemic crisis. Some key highlights...A basic refresher on what LACRTC does and how it startedThe impact COVID-19 has had on LACRTC operationsUnique use-cases that Kris has seen drones used forLessons currently being learned during this pandemic Insights on how drones can continue to make a differencePredictions on what the future of drone crisis-response might look likehttps://lacrtc.org/

This episode will uncover...The impact COVID-19 has on public safety services around the globeWhat initiated the creation of the DRONERESPONDERS COVID-19 Task ForceHow Chris' past emergency relief experience has equipped him to take on a pandemic virus eventUnique ways in which drones are currently being used in support of COVID-19 relief effortsA critical call-for-action for organizations and individuals to submit more ideas on how drones can be used Collaborative efforts that are the key to success against the coronavirusWhy there is reason for optimism and hopeHow to get involved...Send your ideas to: taskforce@droneresponders.orgJOIN DRONERESPONDERSIf you would like to be a guest on UNMANNED UNCOVERED, send an e-mail to: stephen@consortiq.com.

This episode will uncover...Bryce's introduction to the aviation industry and how he charted a course towards unmanned aviationHis time spent as a fire fighter and how that has helped him function in high stress situations as well as become aware of the advantages drones affordHis beginnings with Consortiq and how his role has developed over timeDistinguishing factors that make Consortiq's drone consultancy services so valuableCommon misconceptions and challenges organizations have when they seek out to start an internal drone programWhy a personalized and honest approach to consultancy is Bryce's go-to strategyThe benefit that drone consultancy services offer to even the most well-fortified drone programsPersonal insights from Bryce related to his life, career, and success 

This episode will uncover...Skip's early career as a professional jet-skier and how a tragic accident would alter the course of his lifeHow he turned a somber situation into a future full of hope and promiseHis interest in cinematography and how he self-taught himself his way into the film and media industry The moment he stumbled across a drone and how that moment propelled him forward as a professional drone cinematographerRecollections of Skip's early struggles using drones for film and how advancing technologies have simplified the processWhat drew Skip to turn his passion for drones outward and become a drone instructor Creative content Skip has produced with drones as well as Hollywood Drones TV, a series he started built to promote drone cinematographySkip's life ambition to produce his own full-length filmhttps://www.imdb.com/name/nm2076446/

Episode Highlights:An explanation of what UAV Forensics is and how it is being usedWhat inspired David to start URSA Unique stories on how UAV Forensics made the difference when called upon for helpDavid's assessment of how UAV Forensics has and will continue to impact the industryObstacles standing in the way of advancing the integration of this new technologyDavid's key goals and objectives for 2020Expectations for the future of the drone industry https://ursasecure.com/ 

Episode Highlights: Bronwyn's aviation aspirations and how she found her way to the unmanned industryDiscovering how Bronwyn manages two separate drone companiesDrone flight training, its importance, and how drone pilots' role may shift as technology develops What it means to Bronwyn to be an advocate for women and minorities within the drone industry How she's been able to overcome the odds and obstacles in her lifeHer predictions for the future of the industry and what it will take to find success https://www.airversity.com/https://xeoair.com/

Episode Highlights:Tyler's background, his passion for aviation, and what drew him to the drone industryHis first opportunity with PrecisionHawk and how he climbed the ladder to his role todayPrecisionHawk, its mission, offerings, and plans for the futureThe massive effort put into BVLOS work that has been spearheaded by PrecisionHawkRemoteID and its role for enabling BVLOS and safer drone operations overallKeys to PrecisionHawks leadership stance and success in the industryTyler's reflection on his drone journey thus far and his zeal for what's nexthttps://www.precisionhawk.com/

Episode HighlightsTodd's time at West Point and how it shaped him as a person and paved his career pathHis involvement with unmanned aviation during his time in the ArmyWhy UAVs are such a valuable tool for military assetsHow Todd got involved with Argos UAS and his transition out of the militaryArgos UAS, its mission, purpose, and plans for the futureWhy Todd feels that being based out of Pennsylvania is actually an opportunistic advantageTodd's reflection on life's biggest lessons and some sound advice concerning successhttps://www.argosuas.com/

Episode Highlights:Jenny's journey and how she gained an interest in unmanned aviationHow she found and got involved with AUVSI and details about her new role and responsibilities The current status of the AUVSI Trusted Operator Program and its importance for aspiring unmanned professionalsExciting developments within AUVSI, especially AUVSI XPONENTIAL 2020 in BostonJenny's recent academic achievements and how they have helped her find successPersonal insights as to how Jenny's customer service background experience transfers into unmanned aviationPredictions for the future of the industry and the projected path that lies ahead