UAS Webinars from the Experts

Our monthly UAS webinar series, Beyond the Buzz, features Northern Plains UAS Test Site experts diving into the latest trends and developments in the industry. Hear our insights on topics affecting the Unmanned Aircraft Systems community.

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Part 108 NPRM: Normalizing UAS BVLOS Operations

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.

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Episode Bonus: Part 108 NPRM: Normalizing UAS BVLOS Operations

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.

Episode 14: Part 108 NPRM Overview

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.

Episode 13: Disaster Response

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.

Episode 12: GrandSKY

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.

Episode 11: Federal Radar Pathfinder Program

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.

Episode 10: The Growing Impact of UAS in State Government

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!

Episode 9: Vantis: Behind the Scenes

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

Episode 8: Project ULTRA

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.

Episode 7: North Dakota Ecosystem

Join Erin Roesler for an engaging session with Matt Dunlevy, President and CEO of the North Dakota UAS Council. We'll dive into North Dakota's unique UAS ecosystem and uncover why it positions ND as a leader in the UAS industry.

Episode 6: FAA Programs

Hear from NPUASTS Director of Safety, Danielle Miller, and members of the Federal Aviation Administration, Sabrina Saunders-Hodge and Pamela Gomez, as they discuss the BEYOND, NTAP, and UAS Test Site FAA programs.

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