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.

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.

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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.
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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.
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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.
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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!
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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)!
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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.
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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.
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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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Episode 5: Northern Plains UAS Test Site
Join us for an insightful session with Trevor Woods, Executive Director of the Northern Plains UAS Test Site. In this episode, you’ll gain a deeper understanding of the Test Site’s pivotal role in advancing the UAS industry. Discover how their initiatives and support are driving innovation and collaboration within the sector.
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Episode 4: Power of the Safety Pause
Learn more from UAS Safety Lead, Amanda Gullett, about how the “Safety Pause” technique can be used to better assess threats and combat errors in an operational environment.
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