Podcasts about unmanned aircraft systems

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Play Episode Listen Later Nov 17, 2022 65:00

Our guest is Dr. Ryan Wallace Associate Professor at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University. We will discuss the FAA's Center of Excellence for UAS Research ASSURE'sSmall Unmanned Aircraft Systems Traffic Analysis (A11L.UAS.91): Initial Annual Report findings.

Helicopters, airplanes, and unmanned aircraft systems: talking wildland fire aviation management with Mike Reid

Wildfire Matters

Play Episode Listen Later Nov 2, 2022 49:36

BLM Fire Deputy Division Chief of Aviation Mike Reid talks about the various types of aviation assets working in wildland fire management. Beginning his firefighting career on ground crews to taking flight in helicopters working on helitack, Mike explains how he became a firefighter, the different positions available in aviation and how aircraft is used to support the suppression efforts of the boots on the ground. He reminds us aircraft are not just a tail numbers, there are people on board and that private citizens flying unauthorized drones near wildfires put those people and our fireline personnel at risk. #KnowBeforeYouFly

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Romeo Durscher, Vice President of Public Safety at Auterion

Behind Company Lines

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 29, 2022 53:36

Romeo Durscher is the Vice President of Public Safety at Auterion, the premier end-to-end operating systems for commercial drones, based on open-standards, flexibility and choices. Born and raised in Switzerland, Romeo came to Auterion after 6 years at DJI, where he built the public safety vertical and has become one of the most trusted global leaders and evangelists in small Unmanned Aircraft Systems integration and deployments. Prior to joining the drone industry, he spent 13 years at NASA's Solar Dynamics Observatory.Part of his work is advising first responders and humanitarian organizations on proper drone use and data integration, collaborating with R&D teams on hardware and software solutions, and expanding the drone ecosystem to enhance fully integrated end-to-end solutions and workflows.Romeo has actively participated in drone missions for search and rescue operations, natural disasters, such as the Tubbs, Carr and Camp Fires in California, emergency responses, and various training exercises. He has led global partnerships, such as European Emergency Number Association (EENA), to develop protocols, standards, and best practices for public safety officials to integrate drones into their workflows. Commercial UAV News named Romeo “One of the 25 Most Influential People in the Commercial Drone Industry”, as well as “One of the Top 7 Drone Visionaries in Emergency Response & Public Safety”. The non-profit global organization DRONERESPONDERS awarded him with their first "Public Safety Drone Leadership Award" and the Unmanned Tactical Applications Conference awarded Romeo with the “The Supporting Those Who Serve” annual award, as a recognition of his exceptional leadership advancing the implementation of public safety drone programs across the globe. Romeo has appeared in media forums from ABC's Good Morning America, New York Times, Wired magazine, to Forbes and held keynote presentations, panels, workshops, and webinars across the world, sharing success stories, use cases, lessons learned, and his vision of the drone industry. Romeo can be found on Twitter at @RomeoCH.Connect with Behind Company Lines and HireOtter Website Facebook Twitter LinkedIn:Behind Company LinesHireOtter Instagram Buzzsprout

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TrueNorth Consulting LLC

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Play Episode Listen Later Mar 3, 2022 80:00

Our guest is Douglas Marshall, C0-Editor/Author "Introduction to Unmanned Aircraft Systems," 3rd. Ed., CRC Press, 2021, Author " UAS Integration into Civil Airspace: Policy, Regulations and Strategy," Wiley, to be released in April, 2022 Doug Marshall is one of my Drone Czar nominees.

Episode 614: Big Navy vs. Reconnaissance & Strike-Capable Drones

Midrats

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 24, 2022 63:43

We live in an era where in the blink of an eye we've gone from flip-phones to smart phones with the capabilities of both supercomputers a generation ago and entire movie studios in your back pocket. In that same time frame, what happened to the promised integration and operational utilization of aircraft carrier based drones - or Unmanned Aircraft Systems, or whatever we are calling them this week?This Sunday we are going to dive deep in to the topic and problem with our guests Trevor Phillips-Levine, Noah Spataro, and Andrew Tenbusch.We will use as the starting point for our conversation their recent article in War on the Rocks, "Winged Luddites: Aviators are the Biggest Threat to Carrier Aviation."

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The Old School of UAS

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Play Episode Listen Later Aug 12, 2021 54:00

Our guest is Steve Morris, VP of Aircraft Engineering at Volansi. Steve has a long history with Unmanned Aircraft Systems,

Opportunities for American Drone Manufacturers: Tom Nickell, CEO Mobile Recon Systems

Play Episode Listen Later May 25, 2021 30:28

What’s the Outlook for American Drone Manufacturers? Tom Nickell is an entrepreneur who for 25 years has turned ideas into success for Fortune 500 companies, non-profits, and start-ups in manufacturing, chemicals, software and web tech, and now Unmanned Aircraft Systems. He is also the CEO of Mobile Recon Systems, a leading American designer and manufacture of drones to serve the fast expanding 5 to 500 pound payload market. Tom joined the founders of Mobile Recon in 2018, excited by their innovative designs that set new bars for payload capacity and functional flexibility. Tom has an MBA from the MIT Sloan School of Management, an Masters of Arts from the University of Kentucky Patterson School of Diplomacy and International Commerce, and a Bachelor’s from Principia College. In this edition of the Drone Radio Show, Tom talks about Mobile Recon Systems, their new heavy lift payload drones and the opportunities for American drone manufactures.

The Benefits of an Open Source Drone Ecosystem: Romeo Durscher, Auterion

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Play Episode Listen Later May 11, 2021 37:30

Can an Open-Source Ecosystem Provide Enhanced Drone Solutions? Romeo Durscher is Vice President of Public Safety at Auterion, the premier end-to-end operating systems for commercial drones, based on open-standards, flexibility and choices. In 2011, co-founder Lorenz Meier created PX4, the world’s most widely used open-source flight controller for drones and other unmanned vehicles. Today, it is the core of Auterion’s operating systems. In September 2020, a Forbes.com article called Auterion the company that could transform the U.S. Drone Industry. Born and raised in Switzerland, Romeo came to Auterion after 6 years at DJI, where he built the public safety vertical and has become one of the most trusted global leaders and evangelists in small Unmanned Aircraft Systems integration and deployments. Prior to joining the drone industry, he spent 13 years at NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory. At Auterion, Romeo advises first responders and humanitarian organizations on proper drone use and data integration, collaborating with R&D teams on hardware and software solutions, and expanding the drone ecosystem to enhance fully integrated end-to-end solutions and workflows. In this edition of the Drone Radio Show, Romeo talks about Auterion’s products and services, his transition to a fully-open source ecosystem and how that ecosystem enables and supports enhancedcustomer solutions.

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5G Technology: Impact and applications on the Unmanned Aircraft Systems sector

TMT Talk

Play Episode Listen Later May 10, 2021 25:03

5G has proved to be an important and transformative technology in an increasingly digital world. Parallel and complementary is the significant growth of the Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) sector. This sector is disruptive and has varied applications, and will further prove to be a useful asset in the post pandemic era - and is projected to be an increasingly key and exciting technology around the delivery of 5G and vice versa. In this episode of TMT Talk, Raffaele Giarda, Jennifer Trock, and Andrea Mezzetti discuss how 5G helps the UAS sector advance further and what role technology companies, in turn, play in further developing 5G technology itself.

Episode 017: AT&T’s Contribution to Disaster Response Operations with Art Pregler

Taming Disaster: Drones For Good

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2021 31:59

Christopher Todd, your host, welcomes Art Pregler, director of strategic initiatives for AT&T, which is quite a dramatic program in the UAS field for disaster response and other operations. Art Pregler is AT&T’s UAS Program Director responsible for nationwide oversight and internal implementation of drones. He is also Director of National Mobility Systems, responsible for the development of enterprise data systems. Prior to AT&T, Art served DOD, NASA, DARPA, and other technology-focused agencies as a Command & Control Officer, Air Traffic Controller, Air Weapons Controller, and Mission Control Specialist. Art is a member of the joint FAA/drone industry Unmanned Aircraft Safety Team (UAST); and RTCA Special Committee 228 (Minimum Operational Performance Standards for Unmanned Aircraft Systems); and the NATE UAS Committee; the FAA’s 2016 mUAS Aviation Rule-Making Committee (ARC) for flight over people; and the Washington Governor’s Unmanned Systems Industry Council. Key Takeaways: [1:19] How did Art start in the unmanned air systems industry? [2:46] What was it like working in the 80s at the second rise of the American Space Program? [4:33] Art shares his thoughts about the work of SpaceX. [5:29] How did Art make the transition to work at AT&T? [7:15] How did AT&T start in unmanned aircraft systems? [12:04] Art explains how AT&T’s work contributes to the field of first responders and emergency management. [12:58] What is a COW from AT&T’s perspective? [13:49] Art gives examples of the ways they are using AT&T’s technology. [14:45] Art talks about how AT&T works on floods and tornadoes. [15:29] How many people can be covered with a single COW? [16:17] What does a Flying COW look like? [18:56] How does AT&T interact with the FAA? [20:02] Art talks about the culture of aviation safety established at AT&T. [21:50] How did AT&T develop its standards? [22:08] How to become an AT&T remote pilot. [24:10] Art talks about the logistics operations for unmanned aircraft. [27:25] Art shares some of the key learnings he developed over his last couple of deployments that impacted the UAS program. [29:25] Art shares his view of the future of unmanned aviation. Mentioned in this episode: Airborne International Response Team AIRT is the leading 501(c)(3) non-profit organization supporting Drones For Good and Public Safety UAS Become a member of Drone Responders for free. DRONERESPONDERS YouTube Channel DRONERESPONDERS on Facebook.

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DRONERESPONDERS: The World's Fastest Growing Non-Profit Program Supporting Public Safety UAS and Drones For Good™

Public Safety Innovators

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2021 46:41

Throughout the U.S. and around the world you see them launching unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) into the sky during various types of emergencies and incidents. These are the DRONERESPONDERS, and their ranks are growing every day as more organizations continue to embrace UAS for public safety missions. DRONERESPONDERS is a non-profit program created to unite these new aerial first responders, emergency managers, and search and rescue specialists under a unified organization to help learn, train, and test with one another with the ultimate objective of maximizing drone operations for public safety. There is no cost to join, and as a member, you will have access to DRONERESPONDERS research and information to help make your unmanned aviation operation more successful. Get all links, resources and show notes at https://psi.chat/030

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Episode 014: Women Leading Public Safety Unmanned Response Teams with Katie Thielmeyer and Susan Minne

DRONERESPONDERS

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 28, 2020 51:04

Charles Werner, your host, welcomes Katie Thielmeyer and Susan Minne to today’s episode. Katie and Susan have been involved in the world of public safety for several years as two of the pioneers in the field of Unmanned Aircraft Systems. They share in this episode how they started in this field, the challenges and opportunities they encountered, their most memorable experiences, and what they see in the future for drones working for the well being of communities all over the USA. Katie and Susan also talk about their efforts and undivided commitment to public safety and encourage other women to dive into the field of unmanned aircraft systems. Key Takeaways: [1:22] Katie shares about her background and how she got involved in the world of unmanned aircraft systems. [3:27] Susan talks about her current role and how she got there. [5:26] Katie shares how she got involved with NIST. [9:03] Katie talks about the challenges the test line presents even to experienced drone pilots. [11:16] Virtual reality as the first step before flying a drone. [12:11] Susan talks about her involvement in the Texas Department of Public Safety. [13:54] Susan shares her thoughts about the different programs currently available. [15:37] Susan talks about some of her most memorable experiences with the public safety unmanned aircraft systems. [17:45] Katie shares how she transitioned to the role she has today. [19:03] Katie shares her most memorable experience with unmanned aircraft systems. [23:01] Katie shares an experience in a HAZMAT scene. [24:30] How is the training going across disciplines? [25:06] Susan talks about the shift in community acceptance and engagement with drones. [26:55] When you are flying a drone you are a role model 100% of the time. [27:24] Katie talks about the challenges she encountered when she started getting involved with drones. [32:01] Susan shares her experience being a woman in the public safety environment. [33:50] Katie shares how it feels to be a leader in the unmanned aircraft systems. [36:35] Susan describes how her teenage daughters perceive her work in Public Safety. [37:39] Susan and Katie share their vision for the future of unmanned aircraft systems. [42:41] Katie talks about the Tactical Waiver. [43:42] Susan shares how the Tactical Waiver is working in Texas. [44:33] Katie shares her knowledge about indoor training. [46:17] Katie and Susan talk to other women that haven't yet heard about drones. Mentioned in this episode: Airborne International Response Team Presented by AiRXOS, part of GE Aviation with additional support from FIRSTiZ and Pix4D AIRT is the leading 501(c)(3) non-profit organization supporting Drones For Good and Public Safety UAS Become a member of Drone Responders for free. AIRT and DRONERESPONDERS 2020 Drones in Public Safety Survey Drone Responders Events

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Machine Learning and BVLOS Operations: Jon Damush, CEO and James Howard, VP of Engineering, Iris Automation

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Play Episode Listen Later Dec 15, 2020 41:25

Can Machine Learning Advance Beyond Visual Line of Sight Operations? Iris Automation is a safety avionics technology company pioneering Detect-and-Avoid systems and aviation policy services that enable customers to build scalable Beyond Visual Line of Sight operations for commercial drones. The cutting edge software solution uses machine learning and computer vision to continually fine tune its capabilities on a low size, weight, and power hardware module that integrates easily onboard Unmanned Aircraft Systems allowing them to fly safely at long distances and without human intervention. Jon Damush is CEO of Iris Automation. Jon has over 30 years of extensive aviation technology experience and executive leadership, building upon his technical background in engineering, software development and systems integration. Most recently he led new business ventures at Boeing NeXT. Before that he was Chief Growth Officer at Insitu, Inc., a Boeing subsidiary, developing novel aircraft and UAS innovation including detect-and-avoid. He was also a Boeing executive liaison and board observer to SkyGrid, LLC, a joint venture between Boeing and SparkCognition. James Howard is a mechatronics engineer, roboticist and entrepreneur. James worked at Boeing and Insitu Pacific on computer vision research for drones such as the Scaneagle. At Spire Global, he helped build and launch their first four commercial satellites, seeing first hand the insides of a successful, highly technical aerospace startup. Additionally, in his first year of university he co-founded AniRevo Events as Director of Sales and has helped it grow successfully to a 14,000+ attendee annual event that is expanding globally. In this edition of the Drone Radio Show, Jon and James talk about Iris Automation, the company’s innovative Casia detect and avoid technology, and how machine learning can help make the skies safer for UAS operations.

Episode 013: The Evolution of Drones: Origins, Present, and What the Future Holds for Unmanned Aircraft Systems with Romeo Durscher and Christopher Todd

DRONERESPONDERS

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 14, 2020 93:25

Charles Werner, your host, welcomes Romeo Durscher and Christopher Todd to talk about the history of drones in public safety and emergency management, specially now that Romeo has decided to retire from his role at DJI after an amazing contribution to the field of drones. Charles, Chris, and Romeo talk thoughtfully about the opportunities, possibilities, and challenges in the implementation and use of unmanned aircraft systems for disaster response. Chris Todd is the founder and president of Airborne Response, he also serves as the executive director of the Airborne International Response Team (AIRT®). Romeo Durscher is the Former Senior Director of Public Safety Integration at DJI. He was born and raised in Switzerland, Romeo moved to San Jose, CA to work on a NASA space mission. After almost 13 years of working on NASA’s Solar Dynamics Observatory, doing project management, education and public outreach, and social media, Romeo spent 6 years at DJI, the world’s largest drone manufacturer. At DJI he built the Public Safety vertical and through his leadership and drive to bring new technologies to emergency services, he has become a leader in UAS integration, deployment, and future solution design. Romeo was named one of the 25 Most Influential People in the Drone Industry by the Commercial UAV organization and one of 7 visionaries in Public Safety. He is a published author and aerial photographer, known science outreach and educator, social media leader, and conference keynote speaker. Key Takeaways: [1:33] Romeo announces it was his last day at DJI. [2:47] Romeo explains how he transitioned into public safety [9:27] Romeo explains how he got the vision about the potential of drones back in 2011. [10:20] Romeo shares how he left his work at NASA to dedicate his career to drones. [13:24] Romeo talks about his first connection to the fire service public safety. [17:53] Realizing there was a market for drones. [18:56] Romeo talks about the first fire department in testing drones for public safety. [23:21] More people became interested in drones as they became more popular and commercially publicized. [25:45] Figuring out how drones can contribute to public safety responses. [27:20] Search and rescue and drones [30:59] Romeo talks about HAZMAT. [34:04] When does a drone in a hazmat scenario become disposable? [35:01] Romeo talks about the introduction to design changes. [38:45] The matter of budget in public safety and how it impacts the market. [41:11] Romeo explains why you should not start with a big aircraft. [42:33] Batteries can be another challenge to public safety. [44:45] There is no one drone that does it all. [46:10] Romeo shares his biggest moments with DJI in the public safety arena. [49:33] The emotional impact of attending a disaster is real. [50:58] Romeo talks about the challenge of processing the data collected through drones. [53:40] Romeo talks about drones reaching their peak of effectiveness. [56:17] What is the next thing on the horizon for drones? [1:01:10] Imagery is really important for damage assessment. [1:01:33] Romeo shares his thoughts about the promise of artificial intelligence. [1:04:09] Romeo talks about DJI’s strategies for the near future. [1:05:39] Romeo shares a moment when he saw a drone saving a life [1:07:05] The Lost Person Behavior App. [1:11:15] Romeo talks about people’s reaction to him leaving DJI. [1:13:27] Romeo was named one of the 25 Most Influential People in the Drone Industry by the Commercial UAV organization and one of 7 visionaries in Public Safety. [1:17:38] Romeo talks about how he has been preparing his successor for over three years. [1:20:30] What is next for Romeo Durscher? [1:23:01] Where does Romeo see the global public safety market going? [1:27:17] If there was one thing Romeo would like to see happening in the drone world, what would it be? Mentioned in this episode: Airborne International Response Team Presented by AiRXOS, part of GE Aviation with additional support from FIRSTiZ and Pix4D AIRT is the leading 501(c)(3) non-profit organization supporting Drones For Good and Public Safety UAS Become a member of Drone Responders for free. AIRT and DRONERESPONDERS 2020 Drones in Public Safety Survey Drone Responders Events

Episode 012: FAA and DRONE RESPONDERS: Uniting Forces for Successful Public Safety Operations with Michael O’Shea and Charles Werner

Taming Disaster: Drones For Good

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 1, 2020 53:00

Christopher Todd, your host, has a special program for you today where he is accompanied by Charles Werner, Director of the DRONE RESPONDERS program, and Michael O’Shea, the Program Manager for the UAS Integration Office with the Federal Aviation Administration. In today’s conversation, you will hear about: - The National Drone Safety Awareness Week. - COVID-19. - The certification and renewal processes for Part 107 pilots. - The impact of the Integration Pilot Project (IPP) on public safety. - Remote ID. - The Beyond Visual Line of Sight Waiver. Key Takeaways: [2:21] Mike shares how he started into aviation. [6:02] Charles talks about his background in fire rescue and emergency management prior to unmanned systems. [7:38] Charles explains the mission of DRONE RESPONDERS. [10:03] What was the catalyst to create the National Drone Safety Awareness Week? [11:55] Mike explains the different topics assigned to every day of the National Drone Safety Awareness Week. [13:22] Charles shares the meaning of National Drone Safety Awareness Week for public safety agencies. [15:40] The certification and renewal processes for Part 107 pilots. [19:13] What is the impact on public safety of the certification process for Part 107 pilots? [21:20] Mike and Charles talk about the Integration Pilot Program (IPP). [26:36] Did the IPP deliver what it was supposed to? [27:26] Mike shares what excites him about the Beyond Visual Line of Sight Waiver. [28:20] Mike talks about the internal process within the FAA to make the Beyond Visual Line of Sight Waiver. [33:00] Charles talks about the impact of the Beyond Visual Line of Sight Waiver on public safety agencies when conducting regular UAS operations. [35:37].What is the starting point for an agency that wants to pursue the Beyond Visual Line of Sight Waiver? [38:32] Mike describes what the current situation is in regard to Remote ID. [42:54] Charles explains how Remote ID is going to have an impact on public safety operations. [44:08] Mike talks about what is on the horizon for 2021. [47:20] Charles shares what DRONE RESPONDERS have for 2021: Webinar Series. Mentioned in this episode: Airborne International Response Team Presented by AiRXOS, part of GE Aviation with additional support from FIRSTiZ and Pix4D AIRT is the leading 501(c)(3) non-profit organization supporting Drones For Good and Public Safety UAS. Become a member of Drone Responders for free. DRONERESPONDERS YouTube Channel DRONERESPONDERS on Facebook. For more information about the National Drone Safety Awareness Week look for #droneweek on any social media platform. Contact the Federal Aviation Administration. Send an email to uashelp@faa.gov or call (844) FLY-MY-UA. Unmanned Aircraft Systems Visit DRONE RESPONDERS to learn more about the Beyond Visual Line of Sight Waiver (click on Resource Center) Sign in for DRONE RESPONDERS weekly webinar

Current and Future Applications of Unmanned Aircraft Systems in Precision Agriculture / West Coast Nut October 2020

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 2, 2020 11:51

Listen to this article from West Coast Nut by Gregory Kriehn, Ph.D., CSU Fresno.

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Episode 11 - Cutting out Print Wood Parts and the FAA UAS Symposium

Free Flight Fanatic

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 30, 2020 41:53

Have a Question or Comment? My email address is freeflightfan66@gmail.com. Where did September go? John's projects are stacking like cordwood, now the big question is where will he find the space to build an 80 inch wingspan O/T gas model? John "shows" how he uses a Dremel Moto Tool as a spindle sander on print wood parts. We then discuss the August FAA UAS Symposium, and what could be in store for the outdoor free flight hobby. (Something that I forgot to mention, but Bernard addressed in the last episode is that the we essentially know that all models under 250 grams (.55 pounds) will be exempt. And of course indoor models are also exempt.) Errata: 1) It was not the RC Roundtable podcast that referenced the Bugatti 100P racing plane; it was the On the Bench podcast episode 93, at the 39:19 mark when Ian discusses the 100P kit he built. (another plastic modeling podcast!) https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Bugatti_Model_100 2) The George Reich Albatross is not planked; I confused it with Henry Struck's 1940 KGS pylon job. 3) I mentioned my Instagram Page but failed to provide my username: FREEFLIGHTFANATIC. 4) The EEA open letter was not addressed to the FAA; it was addressed to Chairman Shuster and Members of the House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. Products: Guillow's Arrow: https://www.guillow.com/arrow.aspx Hummingbird Model Kits Piaggio PC 7: https://hummingbirdmodelproducts.com/dimers/piaggio-pc7-dime-scale Jim O'Reilly Plans: https://www.jimoreillymodelplans.com/ Cutting Balsa Parts: Merkur Blades: https://www.razoremporium.com/merkur-klinge-moustache-eye-brow-safety-razor-blades/ Tweezerman Blades: https://www.tweezerman.com/callus-shaver-replacement-blades.html Marcel Lavoie's A Faster Method For Stick Fuselages: http://smallflyingarts.net/articles/faster-stick-fuselage/index.html FAA Remote ID Regulations: FAA/AUVSI Symposium: https://faauas.auvsi.net/faa2020/home Remote Identification of Unmanned Aircraft Systems: www.regulation.gov Remote ID comments page: https://www.regulations.gov/docket?D=FAA-2019-1100 EAA Open Letter: https://www.eaa.org/eaa/news-and-publications/eaa-news-and-aviation-news/news/~/media/b2be56d8904c40ccb945147411e45f69.ashx AMA/EAA/AOPA/Wing letter to the FAA: http://amablog.modelaircraft.org/amagov/files/2020/09/AMA-AOPA-EAA-Wing-joint-industry-letter.pdf Plastic Model Mojo, Episode 20: http://www.plasticmodelmojo.com/ AMA Podcast, Episodes 52 and 53: https://www.modelaircraft.org/podcast

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With Elizabeth Yore Gordon Chang, John Perry and Claudia Rosett

Secure Freedom Radio Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 31, 2020 43:31

ELIZABETH YORE, Attorney and International Child Rights Advocate: The effort to have an FGM bill passed in Maine How many women are at risk of having this practice imposed on them? What can be done to end this in the United States? GORDON CHANG, The Daily Beast contributor, Author of The Coming Collapse of China and Nuclear Showdown: North Korea Takes on the World, Latest book: Losing South Korea (2019): A history of US policy towards China China's involvement in the upcoming US presidential election JOHN PERRY, Cofounder of Altavian, Served on the Federal Aviation Administration’s Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Registration Task Force and Unmanned Aircraft Systems in Controlled Airspace Aviation Rulemaking Committee: The role China is playing in the US drone market Unfair trade practices being conducted by the Chinese Communist Party The various uses of drone technology in the United States CLAUDIA ROSETT, Foreign Policy Fellow with the Independent Women’s Forum, Blogs at “The Rosett Report” at PJMedia.com: What is the Chinese Communist Party doing to Hong Kong? Individuals fighting for freedom in Hong Kong

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Smart Cities and Drones - Eben Frankenberg, CEO Echodyne Corp.

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Play Episode Listen Later May 5, 2020 29:29

Can a Smart City Make Flying Drones Easier and Safer? Eben Frankenberg is CEO and Co-founder of Echodyne Corp. Echodyne is a 5-year old company that makes revolutionary compact radar sensors for a range of applications for commercial, defense, and government customers. Their high-performance radars combine patented technology and powerful, intelligent software to achieve maximum radar performance. Echodyne radars are used the Autonomous Vehicle, Perimeter and Border Security, Security Integrator, Airspace Management, UAS Service Suppliers, and commercial Unmanned Aircraft Systems industries. Eben has over 20 years of experience starting and growing technology companies. Prior to founding Echodyne, Eben was an Entrepreneur in Residence at Intellectual Ventures (IV) where he created and incubated new companies including: Echodyne Corp and several other leading startups. In this edition of the drone radio show, Eben talks about how smart cities data networks could play a role in supporting unmanned air flight operations in urban environments.

Unmanned Systems at Airports

Innovation Now

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2020

Unmanned Aircraft Systems could soon be used to provide real-time data from unique vantage points at an airport near you.

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Where Drones are Headed in 2020, with Michael Leczinsky and Don Berchoff

UAlbany News Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 20, 2020 15:08

Michael Leczinsky, a professor of practice in the College of Emergency Preparedness, Homeland Security and Cybersecurity (CEHC), and Don Berchoff, CEO and founder of TruWeather Solutions, join the series to share their predictions for what ethical and technological challenges the drone industry will face in the new year.TruWeather Solutions focuses on providing weather data and business analytics for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). The company is a participant in Empire State Development's (ESD) START-UP NY Program and is affiliated with the UAlbany Innovation Center and Innovate 518. The UAlbany Innovation Center helps grow technology ventures and seeks to harness the intellectual capital of four research clusters at UAlbany, including: climate and environmental science research, biomedical science and biotechnology, forensic sciences and cybersecurity, and advanced data analytics. Innovate 518 is the Capital Region's Innovation Hot Spot. The program, a NYSTAR initiative by ESD, is managed by the University at Albany.Photo by Patrick Dodson.The UAlbany News Podcast is hosted and produced by Sarah O'Carroll, a Communications Specialist at the University at Albany, State University of New York, with production assistance by Patrick Dodson and Scott Freedman.Have a comment or question about one of our episodes? You can email us at mediarelations@albany.edu, and you can find us on Twitter @UAlbanyNews.

Drones en Star Wars Lasers - Overste Rob Olthoff

Mijn Missie

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2020 32:14

Overste Rob Olthoff is Hoofd van het Joint Nucleus Counter Unmanned Aircraft Systems. Simpel gezegd: hij onderzoekt hoe we ons moeten verdediging tegen de dreiging van drones, van de 'vader, zoon acties' tot terroristische organisaties. Eén van de mogelijkheden: lasers.

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Safety Alert– Safety on Operating Unmanned Aircraft systems

Police Report

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 13, 2019 4:57

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Vargas Speaks: Episode 16

KRCU's Vargas Speaks

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2018 23:07

In this episode of the program, Dr. Vargas -- • Talks about Catapult Creative House's new computing stations • Shares the recent news about the musical "An American Hero" being selected to be performed at the New York Music Festival • Details the agreement between Southeast and Sinclair Community College that is focused on Unmanned Aircraft Systems (drones) • Tells us about a recent meeting he had with Senator Claire McCaskill and their discussion about ways to make college more affordable This interview was recorded on Tuesday, March 20, 2018

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What’s Next?: Drones and transforming policy at GE

Straight Talking from Hogan Lovells

Play Episode Listen Later Mar 22, 2018 25:28

In this episode, Hogan Lovells Partner and Chair of our Unmanned Aircraft Systems group, Lisa Ellman, speaks with Michael Fitzpatrick, head of Regulatory Advocacy at GE, about drones and other innovative technologies that are transforming the issues GE’s legal department tackles every day.

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MPD’s Unmanned Aircraft System Team Soaring

Chief Koval's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2018 18:58

The MPD’s FAA certified “drone” pilots can now deploy around the clock, and the technology at their fingertips continues to get even better. For instance, the Unmanned Aircraft Systems, utilized by the MPD, can now pick up, transport, and safely deliver objects like communication devices or first aid kits. In this podcast, the team’s “Top Gun,” Lt. Mike Hanson, talks about how his unit is being used to find lost people and fugitives, gather criminal intelligence, and monitor large crowds.

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Podcast 23: Drone Law Update

Fire Law

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2017 28:24

In this episode, Curt discusses drone law with Dr. Thomas Abbott and Civil Air Patrol Commander Daniel Leclair from the University of Maine’s Unmanned Aircraft Systems program. Tom is the director of the university’s Unmanned Aircraft Systems program and Dan is one of the instructors in the program.

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Unmanned Aircraft Systems

Chief Koval's Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later May 8, 2017 14:31

The MPD is getting ready to launch new technology. Chief Koval does not like to refer to the recently purchased tools as “drones”, but as “unmanned aircraft systems.” In this podcast, Chief Koval explains why this is important. He also discusses under which circumstances unmanned aircraft systems will be used, and how a recently trained team of MPD team will avoid violating anyone’s privacy.

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UAV157 Government and Private Sector Initiatives for UAS Integration

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 5, 2016 31:44

Initiatives announced by the U.S. Government and private sector that advance the integration of Unmanned Aircraft Systems into the National Airspace System. Also, a 2.5 ounce ADS-B solution, drones that obstruct fighting wildfires, and drones that help fight wildfires. The pingBuddy WiFi ADS-B receiver White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) Workshop on Drones and the Future of Aviation White House Announces New UAS Commitments Made Across the Board At the White House Office of Science and Technology Policy (OSTP) Workshop on Drones and the Future of Aviation, many steps were announced that advance the integration of UAS into the National Airspace System: The National Science Foundation will receive $35 million to research how UAS can be deployed for applications like infrastructure inspections, disaster response, agricultural, and studying severe storms The U.S. Department of the Interior will use UAS in search-and-rescue operations and to augment manned aircraft operations. UAS industry associations committed to implement educational programs that address privacy best practices. The FAA will charter an Unmanned Aircraft Safety Team (UAST) similar to the existing Commercial Aviation Safety Team. Government and industry stakeholders will “analyze safety data and develop non-regulatory interventions to mitigate potential causes of accidents involving unmanned aircraft.” See FAA Announces Drone Advisory Committee. By winter 2017, the FAA will propose rules for operating sUAS over people, and ask for public comment. NASA will conduct research on detect-and-avoid and command-and-control technologies that lead to standards. NASA and the FAA will launch a data exchange working group under the UAS Traffic Management (UTM) research team to develop common a data format for sharing information between UAS operators and UTM users. The National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA) will begin collecting gravity measurements with RPVs that improve surface elevation measurements over the United States. NOAA will also investigate how to add UAS observing capabilities to the NOAA fleet of ships. The Department of the Interior (DOI) will share near-real-time fire location information with the public by July 2017. By December 2017, the DOI will augment manned aircraft missions by developing payloads that can be flown by UAS. By October 2018, the DOI will develop and maintain a training program for the use of UAS in Search and Rescue (SAR). The U.S. Postal Service Office of Inspector General will publish new findings and analysis of public opinion on drone deliveries. In the private sector: Zipline International will demonstrate using UAVs to deliver medical supplies in hard-to-reach areas. Flirtey will focus on humanitarian applications for drone delivery technology. The Commercial Drone Alliance will lead an effort to educate the American public on the integration of UAS into the National Airspace System. Sinclair Broadcast Group, the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), and the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA), will develop and broadcast drone safety public service announcements. Alphabet's Project Wing will conduct an operational research study of delivery drones at an FAA UAS Test Site. See Alphabet will begin testing its delivery drones inside the US at test centers. They will also “develop and deploy an open-interface, airspace management solution for safe low-altitude small UAS (sUAS) operations using existing low cost, scalable communication and information technologies.” The Drone Racing League (DRL) will release best practices for the drone racing industry, including event guidelines, organization, and safety measures PrecisionHawk is announcing its Phase I Pathfinder results demonstrating the safety of extended visual line of sight (EVLOS) operations f...

UAV151 Part 107: Operation and Certification of Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems

Viewpoints in Homeland Defense and Security - CHDS/Ed

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 24, 2016 37:59

The DOT and FAA released the rule that finalizes the February 2015 NPRM titled Operation and Certification of Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems. That NPRM proposed operating and certification requirements for sUAS to operate for non-hobby and non-recreational purposes. To this point, those operations were allowed via Section 333 exemptions, COAs, and special airworthiness certificates. This rule now takes over and adds a new part 107 to Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (14 CFR). Press Release – DOT and FAA Finalize Rules for Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Operation and Certification of Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems [PDF] In this episode, we provide a summary of the major provisions of Part 107, including: Operational Limitations “Remote Pilot in Command” certification and responsibilities Initial and recurrent aeronautical knowledge tests See-and-avoid and visibility requirements The “Visual Observer” Aircraft Requirements Model Aircraft Transporting Property for Compensation International Operations and Foreign-Owned Aircraft Public Aircraft Operations Moored Balloons, Kites, Amateur Rockets, and Unmanned Free Balloons Micro UAS The preflight briefing Flight termination system External load and dropping objects Requirement for English language proficiency In other news: Unanimous "Not Guilty" Verdict in Los Angeles' First Criminal Drone Use Trial Arvel Chappell III challenged the constitutionality of the charges brought against him by the City of Los Angeles. Chappell claimed the municipal anti-drone ordinance is preempted by federal law. The jury unanimously agreed. The FAA and DOT Just Released the Small UAS Rule: Will Your Company be Ready? Part 107 webinar for Monday, June 27, 2016. Topics covered will include: Differences between the Final Rule and what the FAA initially proposed in the NPRM; Timeframe for implementation of the new rule; Implications for Section 333 Exemption / COA Holders; Operator certification/pilot certificate requirements; Flights near and over people; ATC approvals to operate in certain classes of airspace; Visual line-of-sight requirements; Vehicle design and airworthiness certification; Part 107 exemption process; and Upcoming FAA rulemaking and next steps moving forward.

Unmanned Aircraft Systems for Emergency Management

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 19, 2016 7:26

Video – 2016 CHDS Thesis Series. Darren Price. Responding to disasters is a critical function for first responders and the emergency management community. The primary mission when responding to disasters is saving lives, which... The post Unmanned Aircraft Systems for Emergency Management appeared first on CHDS/Ed.

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Museum Lecture Series 32: Unmanned Aircraft Systems - Their contributions to the nation's air arsenal

Museum Lecture Series

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 14, 2015

Col. Christopher Coombs, commander of the 703rd Aeronautical Systems Group at Wright-Patterson Air Force Base, discussed the contributions of unmanned aircraft systems to the nation's air arsenal.

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UAV103 Matternet Tests Autonomous Package Delivery

Airline Pilot Guy - Aviation Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2015 33:00

Package delivery by autonomous drone, drone company management changes, making interfering with firefighters illegal, drone service on demand, North Dakota innovation hub, drone photography contest results, USAF addresses pilot shortage, and accidents increase in Netherlands. News Swiss Postal Service, Air Cargo Carrier Begin Drone Testing Freight carrier Swiss WorldCargo announced on July 7 that testing had begun using the Matternet ONE drone for small package delivery. The quadcopter operates autonomously and can carry one kilogram up to 10 kilometers on a single battery charge. Matternet says the drone uses “secure routes that adapt to weather, terrain and airspace [and] allow Matternet ONE to fly autonomously beyond line of sight, without the need for a human pilot.” The cloud-based routing system … ”guides the Matternet ONE along a secure route at low altitude – between 50-100 meters above ground – adjusting for inclement weather, avoiding tall buildings, mountains and restricted airspace.” Chinese Manufacturer DJI Hires Prominent 'Drone Lawyer' Brendan Schulman, who defended Pirker against the FAA, has left law firm Kramer Levin Naftalis & Frankel where he was head of the Unmanned Aircraft Systems practice. Now Schulman is Vice President of Policy and Legal Affairs at drone maker DJI. Other movements in the industry include: Amazon hired former Association of Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) counsel Ben Gielow in September as its senior manager of public policy. Amazon appointed Sean Cassidy, a former Alaska Airlines pilot and first vice president of the Air Line Pilots Association, as director of partner relationships in March. Last August, Google hired David Vos, a technology entrepreneur and former Rockwell Collins senior director, to lead its Project Wing effort to deliver packages. In April, Francis “Chip” Sheller, the former Aerospace Industries Association vice president of communications and research, became vice president of communications and public affairs for Aurora Flight Sciences. Former deputy director of the FAA's flight standards service, John McGraw, acted as a consultant to video production companies applying for an FAA sUAS exemption. After drone diverts fire-fighting planes, lawmakers want fines and jail time California representative Paul Cook (R-Apple Valley) introduced H.R. 3025 to the House of Representatives, which would make it a criminal offense to interfere with firefighting efforts on federal land. Fly4Me gets FAA approval, launches ‘Uber for drones' Cambridge, Massachusetts-based Fly4Me received a Section 333 exemption to “conduct community training workshops, research and development, and aerial inspections of buildings and land within the United States.” Now the company wants to establish a marketplace where customers book flights and pilots bid on projects. Customers are able to interact with the pilot during the flight and stream FPV. A beta version of the platform was released June 17, 2015. Is the Silicon Valley of Drones in North Dakota? North Dakota wants to be an innovation hub for drones. Grand Sky Development Park is set to open this summer at Grand Forks Air Force Base as a UAS Business and Aviation Park. The facility features 1.2 million square feet of hangar and office space, and a runway for drones. The state invested $5 million in infrastructure and $7.5 million more in grants for runway improvements. The 2015 Drone Aerial Photography Contest Dronestagram announced the winners of its second annual photo competition. The contest was judged by National Geographic and Dronestagram CEO and founder Eric Dupin. Nine photographs are depicted from the more than 5,000 entries submitted. Contest sponsors included National Geographic, Kodak, Parrot, Go Pro, Hexo+, Picanova, Hobbico, and Adobe. AF rolls out details to improve RPA mission The U.S Air Force has a plan to address the RPA pilot shortage that includes a Critica...

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APG 156 – Ouch. That Stings! UAS?

Play Episode Listen Later Feb 20, 2015 113:41

In this episode: Scorpion stings, ticketing snafus, the FAA’s proposed Unmanned Aircraft Systems rules, simulators, automation and more.

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UAV077 UAS Pilot Training

Play Episode Listen Later Jan 23, 2015 31:19

UAV training in Canada and Britain, a government hearing on UAS research and development, no date from FAA on the sUAS NPRM, a UAS communications study, and drugs on a drone. News 1st Unmanned Air Vehicle (UAV) instruction designed specifically to meet Transport Canada's new requirements Aerobotika Aerial Intelligence and Pacific Rim Aviation Academy have partnered to offer a UAV pilot training academy. The 2-day ground school course will cover the new Transport Canada Knowledge Requirements for Pilots of Unmanned Air Vehicle Systems for UAVs under 25 kg, operating within visual line of sight. The curriculum includes standard pilot training, technical specifics of unmanned aircraft, industry practices and regulations, UAV rules and avoiding dangerous situations. Successful students will have met the special flight operations certificate (SFOC) knowledge requirements and receive a Letter of Completion that can be submitted to Transport Canada. Aerobotika is an aerial systems development and operations company. Pacific Rim Aviation Academy operates out of Pitt Meadows Airport (CYPK) near Vancouver, Canada. How should licensing work for commercial drone operators? A look at Britain's solution In Britain, the Civil Aviation Authority has approved three companies to provide UAV training: Sky-Futures, ResourceGroup, and EuroUSC. After receiving training, the pilot must provide a manual to the CAA describing how the UAV will be used and show they have liability insurance. Sky-Futures provides trainees with a ground school manual to study at home for a month. After that, trainees have two days of ground school and three weeks of flight training in Spain. The ResourceGroup training starts with an online learning program, followed by two days in the classroom, one day outside flying, then a one-day exam. Committee Examines Status of Unmanned Aircraft Systems, Regulations, and Research The U.S. Committee on Science, Space, and Technology held an Unmanned Aircraft Systems Research and Development hearing in January. Chairman Lamar Smith (R-Texas) opened the hearing to examine research and development of UAS and "provide an overview of how UAS research, development and flight tests enable the integration of UAS into the National Airspace System." Witnesses included representatives from NASA, FAA, the National Research Council, AUVSI, the Small UAV Coalition, and MIT. Brian Wynne, President and CEO, AUVSI said, “for every day that UAS integration is delayed, the U.S. stands to lose $27.6 million in potential economic impact, according to AUVSI's economic impact study.” James H. Williams, the FAA Unmanned Aircraft Systems Office Manager, talked about the important role of interagency partnerships with DOD, NASA, etc. Williams noted work with NASA on, “air traffic control interoperability with the future UAS use of detect and avoid systems in controlled airspace,” and with both NASA and DOD on, “the appropriate minimum operational performance standards for UAS detect and avoid systems for UAS to remain clear of other aircraft.” FAA Official Refuses To Give Date For UAV Rule At the hearing, the big question was, when will the FAA issue its proposed sUAS rules? Chairman Lamar Smith asked James Williams from the FAA that question repeatedly. Williams had answers, but not the one Smith was looking for: Smith: “Mr. Williams, when might we expect the FAA to propose some rules?” Williams: The FAA is “doing everything we can to get that small unmanned aircraft rule out, but our main focus is to get it right.” Smith: “When do you think you might get that [rule] out?” Williams: “I at this point can't give you a firm deadline.” Smith: “Do you have a goal in mind? I mean, you've got a lot of people across the United States waiting. Do you have any kind of a working deadline or a working goal?” Williams: “Our goals are to get it out as quickly as we can, as long as we get it out right.”

UAV073 FAA says Go, NYC says NO

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Play Episode Listen Later Dec 19, 2014 31:04

The FAA issues more exemptions, the NPRM might affect hobbyists, NYC looks at banning drones, agriculture eager to get started, Fort Bliss is building a drone port, and drone videos for the holidays. News FAA Grants Five More Commercial UAS Exemptions The FAA granted five regulatory exemptions for unmanned aircraft system (UAS) operations to four companies under Section 333 of the FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012. The four companies that received exemptions want to fly UAS to perform operations for aerial surveying, construction site monitoring, and oil rig flare stack inspections. The FAA determined that the UAS in the proposed operations do not need an FAA-issued certificate of airworthiness because they do not pose a threat to national airspace users or national security. The FAA has a backlog of 167 requests for exemptions from commercial entities. House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee, Subcommittee on Aviation, U.S. Unmanned Aircraft Systems: Integration, Oversight, and Competitiveness FAA Associate Administrator for Aviation Safety Margaret Gilligan explained that the FAA implemented a Designated Airworthiness Representative (DAR) program which will permit Test Site designees to issue experimental certificates for unmanned aircraft. To help the test sites develop the capability to assess unmanned aircraft and issue these certificates, the FAA developed both online and in-person training. Once test site designees have completed FAA training, they will be authorized to work within this new program. Drone downer: Will new FAA rules ground recreational fliers? Congress in 2012 exempted hobbyists from new FAA rules - provided they adhere to, among other things, the safety code of a community-based organization, such as the 170,000 member AMA. But there are are an estimated 300,000 non-members flying hobbyist aircraft who are largely unaware of hobbyist association safety codes. NYC lawmaker wants to ban drones except for cops with warrants Councilman Dan Garodnick introduced a bill banning use of all drones except for those operated by police officers with warrants: No person may avigate a UAV within the limits of the city except: The police department in accordance with section 14-133.1. A person avigating such UAV pursuant to and within the limits of an express authorization by the Federal Aviation Administration. Councilman Paul Vallone introduced a different bill that is less aggressive. It lists 10 instances where operating a UAV would be illegal, including at night, out of the operator's line of sight, or above 400 ft high. Otherwise, hobbyists and commercial interests would be free to fly drones. UAV Industry About to Take Off for Ag At the recent Indiana/Illinois Farm Show, there was big interest in drones. Agricultural applications of UAV technology are taking place in Canada and Europe because drone use is not illegal. U.S. farmers are being cautious until the FAA creates regulations for commercial use, but several exhibitors at the Show were offering UAVs for sale. At price points between $1,200 and $25,000, growers were advised to start low and evaluate the systems before making large investments. Fort Bliss builds Gray Eagle UAV complex The “droneport” will have a 50,000 square foot hangar and flight facility for the MQ-1C Gray Eagle, an upgraded Predator. The Gray Eagle has a Heavy Fuel Engine (HFE), which can support various types of fuels. With the hangar will come a 5,000 foot runway, taxiways and aprons. A 1,000 foot runway will be made for the RQ-7 Shadows. Program to Address Growing Need for Drone Operators In the spring 2015 semester, Florida State University plans to launch the “Introduction to Unmanned Aircraft Systems” course as part of the new Application of Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems program. It's part of the University's Emergency Management and Homeland Security (EMHS) program. Videos of the Week Christmas on Wendhurst

Weather Drones // The late Dr. Theo Colborn

KGNU - How On Earth

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 17, 2014 24:37

Weather drones (start time 5:10) Brian Argrow, former professor and Associate Dean of engineering at CU Boulder, joins us in the studio to talk about the recent formation Unmanned Aircraft Systems and Sever Storm Research Group. The group is a collaboration between the CU Boulder and the University of Nebraska-LIncoln who have been working together since 2006. The group now consists of a large number of members including local national labs and university groups. The purpose of their research is to learn more about storm formation in order to improve emergency response time. Dr. Theo Colborn (start time 15:22) Dr. Theo Colborn passed away on Sunday December 15th at the age of 87. She was a scientists, activist and founder of The Endocrine Disruption Exchange (TEDX). The exchange served to collect and disseminate scientific evidence on the effects of exposure to low-levels of industrial chemicals. During this pre-recoreded interview from our colleagues at KVNF Paonia Public Radio, she talks about the lack of scientific testing methods for fracking fluids. Host, Producer, Engineer: Kendra Krueger Theo Colborn Interview courtesy of: KVNF Paonia Public Radio Executive Producers: Kendra Krueger, Jane Palmer Listen Here!

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NASA X: Unmanned Aircraft Systems - Transforming the Horizon

NASA X Vodcasts

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2014

See how NASA is paving the way for Unmanned Aircraft Systems to be integrated into the National Airspace.

Geospatial Applications of Unmanned Aircraft Systems

Geospatial Forum

Play Episode Listen Later Dec 3, 2014 64:37

Speakers: Kyle Snyder – Director of NextGen Air Transportation Center, Institute for Transportation Research and Education, NCSU Thomas Zajkowski – NGAT Flight Operations Manager

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UAV056 When is an Aircraft not an Aircraft?

Viewpoints in Homeland Defense and Security - CHDS/Ed

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 22, 2014 33:16

The FAA definition of an aircraft, drones and agriculture, UAV privacy issues, FAA solicits a UAS Center of Excellence, Amazon Prime Air, X-47B milestone, drone legislation, and a successful UAV company despite regulatory uncertainty. News FAA Thinks Two Pound Drones Aircraft. But 1100 Pound, Manned and Flying Craft? Unsure. The FAA's June interpretive rule treats model airplanes as aircraft. But what about other devices that fly - like the Flying Hovercraft that Hammacher Schlemmer sells for $190,000? Are those aircraft too? With integrated wings and a 130-hp gasoline engine driving a 60" wood/carbon composite thrust propeller, this hovercraft manufactured by Universal Hovercraft as the 19XRW-Hoverwing, can fly up to 70 mph over obstacles up to 20 feet high. When asked about the status of wing in ground effect machines, the FAA replied that they haven't made any determination because they have not received any applications for certification. Commercial drone dealers take farming to new heights Tellus Agronomics AgriEye drone The University of Maryland Extension and Wye Research Center understands that technology plays key role in the future of precision agriculture. So they brought together local farmers, agricultural educators, and representatives from farming technology tool companies. Perhaps not surprisingly, UAVs were a prominent part of the event. Virginia-based consulting company Tellus Agronomics demonstrated their AgriEye Drone, a quadcopter for agronomists that features autonomous flight, live video feed, aerial mapping simulator, and RC simulator pre-flight training. Helicopter Ag Pilot Harassed by UAV in Illinois The National Agricultural Aviation Association reports that an ag helicopter was buzzed by a fixed wing “UAV” that caused the pilot some distress. The pilot notified the FAA FSDO (Flight Standards District Office) who called local police, and they are seeking to prosecute the owner of the “UAV.” Only it was not a UAV, it was an Extra 300 aerobatic R/C plane. President Barack Obama to issue executive order on drone privacy Last month, President Barack Obama announced that he would be signing an executive order placing the National Telecommunications and Information Administration (NTIA) in charge of developing voluntary privacy best practices for unmanned aerial vehicles. We haven't seen an executive order on this yet. FAA Solicits Center of Excellence for UAS Applicants The Federal Aviation Administration released a solicitation for a new FAA Center of Excellence (COE) for Unmanned Aircraft Systems. This COE was mandated by Congress under the Consolidated Appropriations Act of 2014. This “COE will be tasked with identifying current and future issues critical to safe integration of UAS into the nation's airspace.” The COE will study: detect-and-avoid technology, control and communications, low-altitude operations safety, compatibility with air traffic control operations, and training and certification of UAS pilots and other crew members. The deadline for submission of proposals is September 15th. Amazon Will Test Drone Delivery System in India Amazon is reported to begin testing of Amazon Prime Air in Mumbai and Bangalore, India, possibly as soon as late this year. Why India? Because commercial drone use in India does not need a permit from India's Directorate General of Civil Aviation. Video: The Navy's X-47B drone reaches a new milestone Testing of the U.S. Navy X-47B continues, and recently it was launched from the aircraft carrier USS Theodore Roosevelt, as was an F/A-18E Super Hornet. Carrier-based unmanned and manned aircraft had not previously flown together. The end game for the Navy is the Unmanned Carrier-Launched Surveillance and Strike aircraft (UCLASS). Drone manufacturer grows amid uncertain market DSLRPros in Oakland Park, California manufactures and sells drones and equipment for professional unmanned aerial filmmaking. The company started in 2012,

Da Vinci’s Children Take Flight: Unmanned Aircraft Systems In The Homeland

Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2014

Interview — video. Jeanie Moore. In 2015, the Federal Aviation Administration will open national airspace to unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). This thesis examines some of the key issues associated with UAS integration, including surveillance... The post Da Vinci’s Children Take Flight: Unmanned Aircraft Systems In The Homeland appeared first on CHDS/Ed.

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Commercial sUAS Operation's in the NAS

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Play Episode Listen Later Jan 25, 2013 46:00

Episode #36 We speak with Mr. Gus Calderon and Mr. James Jewel. Mr. Calderon is applying for an exemption to 14 CFR parts 21.191 and 91.319 in a bid to operate his sUAS commercially in the NAS. Mr. Jewel will share some information about the development of FAR 107, NextGEN, and some other timely UAS topics.

Field SAR Training Using Unmanned Aircraft Systems

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Play Episode Listen Later Oct 31, 2012 45:00

During the episode, we will broadcast live from a SAR training event being instructed by our co host Gene Robinson. Our guest is Chris Onions. He works full time for Rescue 3 (UK) providing training to the emergency services in water and rope rescue in North Wales. This event represents another historic first coming to you from the sUAS News.

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