UAS Webinars from the Experts

Experience the energy and innovation happening live on the expo floor. Deputy Executive Director, Erin Roesler, will be joined by special guests who will share their insights and perspectives on the people and ideas driving innovation forward.

Executive Director, Trevor Woods, will be joining Senator John Hoeven in Washington D.C. for a special edition of Beyond the Buzz. Learn how federal support is advancing UAS innovation and how North Dakota’s unique ecosystem allows this industry to thrive.

What does the FAA’s new Part 108 NPRM mean for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone operations in the U.S.? Join Erin Roesler from the Northern Plains UAS Test Site she unpacks the FAA’s long-awaited Part 108 NPRM — breaking down the key points, hidden details, and what it could mean for the future of BVLOS flights nationwide. Whether you’re a drone pilot, manufacturer, or service provider, this deep dive will help you understand the rule, the timeline, and how to prepare for what’s next. Learn it now. Comment with confidence before the deadline.

Don’t want to read all 731 pages of the Part 108 NPRM? Join us for the next Beyond the Buzz as one of our BVLOS experts, Erin Roesler with special guest Matt Sloane Co-founder of Skyfire | AI, as they provide an overview of the proposed 108 rule and the role NPUASTS played in shaping it. We’ll explore the subtle nuances that will directly affect the UAS industry.

When disaster strikes, drones are proving to be powerful tools for rapid response. Following the recent tornado that swept through Enderlin, ND, the Northern Plains UAS Test Site jumped into action—using drone technology to aid in the search and recovery of lost belongings. Join Enderlin resident Sadie Rudolph, along with Hunter Hegel and Victor Meza from the Test Site, as they share firsthand stories and insights on how UAS supported the community's storm recovery efforts.

Hear from NPUASTS Executive Director, Trevor Woods, and GrandSKY President, Thomas Swoyer, Jr as they discuss the importance of the collaboration between their organizations and explain how this partnership is working to build the UAS industry within North Dakota.

Discover how North Dakota is leading UAS innovation in this exclusive preview of the Federal Radar Data Pathfinder Program. Join Victor Meza and Everett Dunnick of NPUASTS with special guest Michael Robbins (AUVSI) as they explore how this groundbreaking initiative is shaping the future of airspace integration and what it means for the UAS industry—setting the stage for deeper insights at AUVSI Xponential.

Kyle Jefferson, NPUASTS Partner Engagement Manager, will be hosting special guests, Clint Fleckenstein (ND Emergency Services) and Russ Buchholz (ND Dept. of Transportation). Join them to learn more about how UAS is transforming state operations!

Join Erin Roesler, Deputy Executive Director, for an exclusive behind the scenes tour of the Vantis Mission and Network Operations Center (MNOC)!

Dive into the groundbreaking advancements of Project ULTRA! Don’t miss Erin Roesler, Deputy Executive Director of NPUASTS, and special guest Chris Hewlett, Director of Project ULTRA at GrandSKY, as they explore the latest developments.