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11 September 2025
Commercial drone professionals from around the world gathered last week for the 11th edition of <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/?utm_source=marketo&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=post-event-pr&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Commercial UAV Expo</a>, held September 2&ndash;4, 2025, at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas. The event drew 3,393 verified professionals from all 50 U.S. states and 62 countries, out of 3,920 total registrants, and featured 230 exhibitors from 28 countries, reinforcing its position as the world&rsquo;s leading international trade show and conference focused on the integration and operation of commercial UAS.
&ldquo;This year&rsquo;s Commercial UAV Expo carried extraordinary weight, as it was the first major gathering of the drone industry since the FAA released its long-awaited Part 108 BVLOS NPRM,&rdquo; said Lee Corkhill, Group Event Director at Diversified, organizer of Commercial UAV Expo. &ldquo;Professionals knew they needed to be in Las Vegas to understand what the proposed rule means for their operations, ask questions, and engage in dialogue that will help shape the future of the drone industry. Add to that the product launches, networking, and demonstrations, and it was a can&rsquo;t-miss event.&rdquo;
<h5>Program Highlights</h5>
The conference program delivered practical, actionable education from more than 140 speakers, with sessions focused on regulatory updates, BVLOS operations, autonomy, AI, and real-world case studies.
The opening keynote, led by Buzz Solutions CEO Kaitlyn Albertoli and Dominion Energy&rsquo;s Thomas F. Butler, underscored the importance of proving ROI and avoiding the pitfalls of inaction in drone adoption. A subsequent presentation highlighted HDR&rsquo;s groundbreaking project as the first to conduct drone-based surveying in the Grand Canyon.
Throughout the week, panels tackled the FAA&rsquo;s proposed Part 108 BVLOS regulations, with spirited discussion on opportunities and challenges for operators. Additional sessions explored AI and autonomy, the future of advanced air mobility, and case studies from industries including energy, telecom, construction, and public safety.
Keynotes on the final day emphasized collaboration across industry and government and concluded with the presentation of the Eric Talley Memorial Award to Officer Matt Rowland, honoring outstanding leadership in public safety UAS.
<h5>Exhibitor Innovations</h5>
The exhibit hall showcased 230 companies unveiling cutting-edge drone solutions spanning hardware, software, sensors, and services.
Among the most notable product launches:
<ul>
<li>AIBOT debuted its T500 tiltwing aircraft alongside the new X Series UAV family, marking a milestone in high-speed, heavy-lift autonomous flight.</li>
<li>GeoCue introduced the TrueView 539 LiDAR system, delivering engineering-grade accuracy in a lightweight, accessible package.</li>
<li>Centinus unveiled its BOLO AI platform, enabling drones to move beyond passive surveillance to proactive investigative tools through real-time AI-driven object detection.</li>
</ul>
Other exhibitors, including ACSL, A2Z Drone Delivery, Phoenix LiDAR, FlyGuys, and more, also announced significant new offerings, further underscoring the event&rsquo;s role as the global launchpad for drone innovation.
The always-popular Pitch the Press competition returned, with DefendEye, Pants for Birds, and Skyline Nav AI named as winners by a panel of UAV industry journalists.
<h5>Special Features</h5>
This year&rsquo;s event introduced several exciting features designed to deliver hands-on value:
<ul>
<li>Pilot Institute Partnership &ndash; For the first time, Commercial UAV Expo partnered with Pilot Institute to offer exclusive workshops and hybrid online-to-onsite courses, including Drone Business Made Easy and Drone Mapping, Modeling &amp; Surveying. Pilot Institute also curated multiple sessions in the Pilot Hub.</li>
<li>Indoor Airspace Demonstration Area &ndash; A dedicated zone on the exhibit hall floor where attendees experienced UAV hardware and software in action.</li>
<li>Pilot Hub &ndash; A gathering place for drone pilots at all levels to gain insights into operations, training, and career advancement.</li>
<li>DRONERESPONDERS Public Safety Summit &ndash; Two full days of programming offering case studies and best practices for public safety UAS professionals.</li>
</ul>
<h5>Looking Ahead</h5>
If you couldn&rsquo;t make it to Las Vegas, event organizers encourage commercial UAV industry professionals join the inaugural <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.forumuav.com/?utm_source=marketo&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=post-event-pr&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Commercial UAV Forum</a>, taking place 22&ndash;23, April 2026 in Amsterdam, The Netherlands.
The next edition of <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/?utm_source=marketo&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=post-event-pr&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Commercial UAV Expo</a> returns to Las Vegas September 1&ndash;3, 2026, once again at Caesars Forum.
For ongoing coverage, visit <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.commercialuavnews.com/?utm_source=marketo&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=post-event-pr&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Commercial UAV News</a>, which provides in-depth reporting on the sessions, product launches, and announcements made during the event.
<h5>About Commercial UAV Expo</h5>
<a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Commercial UAV Expo</a>, presented by <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.commercialuavnews.com/?utm_source=marketo&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=post-event-pr&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Commercial UAV News</a>, is an international conference and expo exclusively focused on commercial UAS integration and operation. The next edition will take place September 1-3, 2026, at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, NV.&nbsp; Commercial UAV Expo is produced by Diversified&rsquo;s technology portfolio, which also includes Commercial UAV News, Commercial UAV Forum, Geo Week, Geo Week Newsletter, Geo Business (UK), and Digital Construction Week (UK).

Commercial UAV Expo 2025 Convenes Global Drone Leaders

28 August 2025
More than 3,500 commercial drone professionals from over 70 countries will gather at <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/?utm_source=marketo&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=cuav-expo-pre-event&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Commercial UAV Expo</a>, the world&rsquo;s leading commercial drone trade show and conference, to connect, collaborate, and explore the newest developments in drone technology, applications, and operations. The event takes place at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas from September 2-4, 2025.
&ldquo;Commercial UAV Expo continues to be the place where the industry comes together, and this year the conversations carry even greater weight as it is the first major industry gathering since the FAA released its long-awaited Part 108 BVLOS NPRM,&rdquo; said Lee Corkhill, Group Event Director, Commercial UAV Expo. &ldquo;With the proposed rule currently in the 60-day public comment period, the timing of Commercial UAV Expo gives professionals a unique opportunity to learn what Part 108 means for their operations, ask questions directly, and engage in critical dialogue that will help shape the future of the drone industry.&rdquo;
<img src="https://media.thedroningcompany.com/images/tincy/XaJSKC6iFfzBryPaBpXhq35RIGZwXOmzGm1X3sut.jpg" alt="" width="680" height="453" />
The <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/conference-program/?utm_source=marketo&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=cuav-expo-pre-event&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Conference Program</a> will feature <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/speakers/?utm_source=marketo&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=cuav-expo-pre-event&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">140+ speakers</a> delivering practical, actionable education with a strong focus on regulatory updates, BVLOS operations, autonomy, AI, and real-world case studies. Attendees can also take advantage of UAV role-based itineraries designed to maximize value for specific job functions, including:
<ul>
<li><a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/conference-program/?taxonomies=175&amp;locations=&amp;utm_source=marketo&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=cuav-expo-pre-event&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Airspace Management Itinerary</a></li>
<li><a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/conference-program/?taxonomies=173&amp;locations=&amp;utm_source=marketo&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=cuav-expo-pre-event&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Drone Pilot Itinerary</a></li>
<li><a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/conference-program/?taxonomies=174&amp;locations=&amp;utm_source=marketo&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=cuav-expo-pre-event&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Project Manager Itinerary</a></li>
<li><a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/conference-program/?taxonomies=182&amp;locations=&amp;utm_source=marketo&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=cuav-expo-pre-event&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Public Safety Itinerary</a></li>
<li><a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/conference-program/?taxonomies=177&amp;locations=&amp;utm_source=marketo&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=cuav-expo-pre-event&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Service Provider Itinerary</a></li>
<li><a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/conference-program/?taxonomies=176&amp;locations=&amp;utm_source=marketo&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=cuav-expo-pre-event&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Surveyor Itinerary</a></li>
</ul>
<h5>Special Features at Commercial UAV Expo 2025 Include</h5>
<ul>
<li><a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/indoor-airspace/?utm_source=marketo&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=cuav-expo-pre-event&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Indoor Airspace</a>: A new dedicated demonstration zone on the exhibit hall floor where attendees can experience UAV hardware and software in action.</li>
<li><a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/conference-program/?taxonomies=193" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Pilot Hub</a>: A gathering place for drone pilots at all levels to gain insights into operations, training, and business expansion, plus resources to build successful careers.</li>
<li><a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/droneresponders-public-safety-summit/?utm_source=marketo&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=cuav-expo-pre-event&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">DRONERESPONDERS Public Safety Summit</a>: A two-day program delivering best practices, case studies, and practical insights for public safety UAS professionals.</li>
<li><a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/pilot-institute/?utm_source=marketo&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=cuav-expo-pre-event&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Pilot Institute Workshops and Courses</a>: Deep-dive training opportunities including the Cutting Edge Industry Insights: Essentials for Every Drone Pilot workshop, as well as courses that begin with online training and culminate with a live module delivered onsite at the event, designed to help operators grow their businesses and technical expertise.</li>
<li><a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/level-up-lounge/?utm_source=marketo&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=cuav-expo-pre-event&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Level Up Lounge</a>: A dedicated space for professional and brand development, offering 15-minute consultations and resources to strengthen personal and organizational impact.</li>
</ul>
<a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/keynotes/?utm_source=marketo&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=cuav-expo-pre-event&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Keynotes</a> will feature high-level speakers from across industry and government, including former FAA leadership, leading UAV vendors, and enterprise users who will address the regulatory landscape, adoption of autonomy and AI, and strategies for scaling commercial drone programs.
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The <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://s23.a2zinc.net/clients/diversified/expouav2025/Public/EventMap.aspx?shMode=E&amp;_gl=1*ysuz5q*_gcl_aw*R0NMLjE3NTM3MzQwNTMuQ2p3S0NBand2NXpFQmhCd0Vpd0FPZzJZS0c1RXoyMENUWUhubTFLNlFEelBzcVVzOEFXNkdPeG5XcTVMWFpFRWtuOTMzTU1qVnpvNUR4b0MwRDhRQXZEX0J3RQ..*_gcl_au*MzA0OTA4MTg5LjE3NTE2NDkxMDAuMjMzOTg5MzUuMTc1NDU4ODM4Mi4xNzU0NTkwMzUz*_ga*MTg2MDY4NzQ5NS4xNzUxNjQ5MTAx*_ga_JYX9985N6Z*czE3NTYyMzYwNDIkbzExMSRnMSR0MTc1NjIzNjMzNiRqNjAkbDAkaDIxMzgwMDczMDQ." target="_blank" rel="noopener">Exhibit Hall</a> will feature more than <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://exhibitors.expouav.com/exhibitors?_gl=1*16lnlh3*_gcl_au*ndu3mtezmdq3lje3nti2nzy0odm.&amp;utm_source=marketo&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=cuav-expo-pre-event&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">225 exhibitors</a> showcasing cutting-edge solutions from leading vendors, while additional programming on the <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/conference-program/?taxonomies=189&amp;utm_source=marketo&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=cuav-expo-pre-event&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Summit Stage</a> will spotlight new products, case studies, and interactive discussions. More than <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/supporting-partners/?utm_source=marketo&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=cuav-expo-pre-event&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">300 associations and media organizations</a> have signed on as event supporters, underscoring Commercial UAV Expo&rsquo;s position as the premier event for anyone integrating and operating commercial UAS.
Additional event features include Exhibitor Showcases, Roundtables, Welcome Reception, Networking Happy Hour, Pitch the Press, and more&mdash;making Commercial UAV Expo the must-attend annual gathering for the global drone community.
&nbsp;
<h5 style="text-align: center;">Registration is still open&mdash;secure your spot today at <a style="color: #ba372a; background-color: #f1c40f;" href="https://www.expouav.com/?utm_source=marketo&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=cuav-expo-pre-event&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.expouav.com</a>.</h5>
<h5>&nbsp;</h5>
<h5>About Commercial UAV Expo</h5>
<a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Commercial UAV Expo</a>, presented by <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.commercialuavnews.com/?utm_source=marketo&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=cuav-expo-pre-event&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Commercial UAV News</a>, is an international conference and expo exclusively focused on commercial UAS integration and operation. The event will take place September 2-4, 2025, at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, NV. Commercial UAV Expo is produced by Diversified&rsquo;s technology portfolio, which also includes Commercial UAV News, Commercial UAV Forum, Geo Week, Geo Week Newsletter, Geo Business (UK), and Digital Construction Week (UK).

Commercial UAV Expo Hosts Global Drone Professionals, Sept 2-4

Trending News

18 August 2025
HYSKY Society is proud to announce the return of its flagship event, FLYING HY 2025, which will be held virtually on Wednesday, November 5, 2025, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM Central Time. Tickets are available for $30 at www.hysky.org/flying-hy.
<h5 style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/flying-hy--2025" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Register Now </a></h5>
FLYING HY is the world&rsquo;s top conference dedicated to hydrogen-powered aviation. Now in its third year, the event unites aircraft developers, hydrogen infrastructure experts, government leaders, and clean tech innovators to advance the future of zero-emission flight.
<h5>Building on the Momentum of FLYING HY 2024</h5>
Last year&rsquo;s FLYING HY 2024 Conference in Las Vegas brought together leading voices from across the hydrogen aviation industry for a multi-day, in-person event. Highlights included keynote speaker Mikael Cardinal (Unither Bioelectronics), Bentzion Levinson (Heven Drones), John Piasecki (Piasecki Aircraft), and Matt Gregori (SoCalGas), among others.
Their presentations showcased real-world applications&mdash;from hydrogen-powered helicopters for medical missions to scalable fueling infrastructure at airports&mdash;and made clear that hydrogen aviation is not only the future, but happening now.
<h5>What to Expect at FLYING HY 2025</h5>
<img src="https://media.thedroningcompany.com/images/tincy/rxP53RkhAbdBNTSYAqH2kf4FK83wn5GdAgJNKEMb.png" alt="" width="704" height="394" />
Going virtual removes travel barriers and opens the doors to global participation. This year&rsquo;s event will feature:
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Presentations from world-class hydrogen aviation leaders</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Live Q&amp;A and interactive discussions</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Structured virtual networking opportunities</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">A showcase of aircraft, infrastructure, and use-case breakthroughs</li>
</ul>
&ldquo;We welcome innovators from eVTOLs and advanced air mobility, fixed-wing aircraft, UAVs and drones, WIG craft, and spacecraft,&rdquo; said Danielle McLean, Founder and CEO of HYSKY Society. &ldquo;Our mission is simple: if it defies gravity and uses hydrogen as fuel, it&rsquo;s part of our vision for sustainable flight.&rdquo;
<h5>Event Details</h5>
Date: Wednesday, November 5, 2025Time: 9:00 AM &ndash; 1:00 PM Central Time
Location: Online (via Zoom)
Tickets: $30
Register: <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/flying-hy--2025" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/flying-hy--2025</a>
<h5>Past Speakers Have Included</h5>
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Mikael Cardinal (Unither &amp; Robinson)</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">John Piasecki (Piasecki Aircraft Corp)</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Josef Kallo (H2FLY / Joby)</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Mark Haberbusch (NEOEx Inc)</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Matt Moran (Moran Innovation)</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Bentzion Levinson (Heven Drones)</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Michael Duke (DBT Aero)</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Cody Bateman (MetaVista)</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Bill Spellane (Alaka&rsquo;i)</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Rod Randall (Maglev Aero)</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Gael Le Bris (WSP)</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Alex Ivanenko (HyWatts)</li>
</ul>
<h5>What FLYING HY Means for AI, UAS, and Drone Teams</h5>
FLYING HY convenes hydrogen aircraft developers, AAM leaders, airport stakeholders, policy makers, and technology innovators. The program spans production and logistics, onboard storage, propulsion, safety, certification, and the regulatory road map. For drone operators and integrators this is a one-stop forum to meet partners, compare architectures, and chart a credible path to scale. Bring your questions and your road map, then leave with named contacts and next steps.
<h5>AI for hydrogen UAS</h5>
Hydrogen extends endurance and improves turnaround tempo. AI turns those physical advantages into dependable operations by planning missions around hydrogen availability, optimizing thermal management, predicting stack health, and tuning flight profiles for efficiency and safety. At FLYING HY you can connect the dots across production, logistics, aircraft integration, and operations so your AI stack is wired into the real constraints of hydrogen systems. If you have a novel AI workflow for fuel-cell drones, this audience will get it and help pressure-test it.
<h5>Electric, Fuel Cell, and Hybrid Drone Architectures</h5>
Electric propulsion will dominate UAS for years. The pivotal decision is how to store and supply energy. Batteries excel on short missions and simple logistics. Fuel cells shine on long routes, cold climates, high utilization, and quick refueling. Hybrids use batteries for peaks and fuel cells for cruise. FLYING HY&rsquo;s mix of classroom and expo helps teams weigh mass budgets, refueling time, expected cycle life, and total cost per hour with real vendors at the table. If you are mid-design, arrive with your constraints and walk the floor to validate them.
<h5>UAS Operations at Airports</h5>
Hydrogen policy and infrastructure will shape how drones operate on or near airports. FLYING HY sessions address airport readiness, hydrogen safety, certification, and standardization, which helps UAS teams align with the direction regulators are moving. Bring your concept of operations and test it with airport leaders and standards experts before you lock in procedures.
<h5>FLYING HY 2025 for the Global Drone Community</h5>
To maximize access in a constrained travel environment, FLYING HY 2025 will run virtually on November 5, from 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM Central. General admission is 30 dollars, which lowers the barrier for startups, agencies, and university labs. Secure your place now at<a href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/flying-hy--2025" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/flying-hy--2025</a>, then invite your engineering lead and your business lead so strategy and execution move together.
What to expect in the four-hour program: concise updates from hydrogen aircraft developers, focused networking across sectors and regions, and a community that already understands your UAS constraints. If you have a result to share or a standard to propose, this room is primed for it.
<h5>Sponsorship Options&nbsp;</h5>
HYSKY offers sponsorships that are 100 percent tax deductible and tuned for visibility with a targeted hydrogen aviation audience. Virtual format means efficient exposure and clean metrics, while benefits scale with each tier. Pick the tier that matches your goals, then craft a simple message tied to endurance, safety, or turnaround time, which are the buying triggers for hydrogen UAS.
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Level 1 Sponsor at $250: logo on event page, logo on Zoom background, two general admission tickets. Ideal for startups seeding brand recognition.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Level 2 Sponsor at $500: adds logo placement on event emails and three tickets. Good for teams announcing a platform or module.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Level 3 Sponsor at $1,000: includes an in-program ad and five tickets. Use this for a new hydrogen UAS product demo.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Level 4 Sponsor at $2,500: adds access to the attendee list and seven tickets. Best when your sales team can follow up during the event week.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Branding Sponsor at $5,000: adds a press release feature and ten tickets. Use this when you want market leadership signals at launch. Availability is limited.</li>
</ul>
Tickets are simple: general admission is $30 for the full session window. Share the Zeffy link with partners and customers so they can join your conversations live.<a href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/flying-hy--2025" target="_blank" rel="noopener"> https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/flying-hy--2025</a>
<h5>Why HYSKY Matters Now&nbsp;</h5>
Aviation technology scales when two things come together. First, community density that speeds learning and partnership. Second, clear pathways through safety and regulation. HYSKY delivers both. The 2024 numbers in Las Vegas show a large, focused network. The 2025 virtual program makes it easy for any drone team to plug in without travel. If endurance, turnaround time, and lifecycle emissions are on your roadmap, reserve your place and bring your stakeholders into the conversation that will shape hydrogen UAS for the next decade. Register at<a href="https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/flying-hy--2025"> https://www.zeffy.com/en-US/ticketing/flying-hy--2025</a>.
<h5>About HYSKY Society</h5>
<a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.hysky.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">HYSKY Society</a> is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit committed to decarbonizing aviation and aerospace with hydrogen. We welcome innovators from eVTOLs/advanced air mobility, fixed-wing aircraft, UAV/drones, WIG craft, and spacecraft. Our mission is simple: if it defies gravity and uses hydrogen as fuel, it&rsquo;s part of our vision for sustainable flight.

FLYING HY 2025

10 June 2025
Organizers of <a href="https://www.expouav.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Commercial UAV Expo</a>, the world&rsquo;s leading commercial drone trade show and conference, have announced the <a href="http://www.expouav.com/session/opening-keynote" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Opening Keynote</a> lineup for the 2025 edition of the event. Taking place Wednesday, September 3, 2025, at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, NV, the keynote will highlight the true cost of inaction, how ROI is being achieved, real-world challenges being overcome, and why people remain at the center of every successful drone program.
&ldquo;We designed this year's keynote to highlight the tangible ways drone technology is making a real difference in 2025 while underscoring the practical implications of its adoption,&rdquo; said Jeremiah Karpowicz, Editorial Director of Commercial UAV Expo. &ldquo;Keynoters will detail how and why achieving success with adoption isn&rsquo;t just about the technology itself but is also dependent on a strategic mindset for generating value and driving ROI. Those specifics will define clear action items for attendees with their own enterprise drone adoption and integration."
The Opening Keynote includes:
What&rsquo;s the Price of Standing Still? How Inaction on Drone Innovation Costs You Kaitlyn Albertoli of Buzz Solutions will show how a &ldquo;wait-and-see&rdquo; mindset can cost more than it saves. Attendees will discover how to reframe drone adoption as a necessity rather than a risk, especially in light of recent policy shifts, and how acting now can reshape careers and entire workflows.
Unlocking ROI with UAVs: Proving the Value of Your Drone Program Joining Kaitlyn Albertoli will be Thomas F. Butler of Dominion Energy to walk attendees through the financial results, internal adoption strategies, and communication tactics that helped prove bottom-line value. These insights will be particularly timely as drone programs realign operations with the latest Executive Orders and national security guidance.
Capturing High-Definition Spatial Intelligibility in the Grand Canyon HDR and the FAA will provide a behind-the-scenes look at the first-ever drone operation in the Grand Canyon. Attendees will find out how drone video, photogrammetry, and lidar were integrated to produce actionable insights across engineering, environmental, geotechnical, and inspection teams.
Beyond Automation: Why Drone Pilot Expertise is Indispensable for Enterprise Program Success From real-time decision-making to nuanced control, the keynote finale will explore why human expertise still matters in high-stakes operations and remains essential as new federal initiatives aim to accelerate the growth of a competitive and capable drone industry.
&ldquo;This keynote will showcase how drones are already delivering results across critical sectors,&rdquo; said Lee Corkhill, Event Director for Commercial UAV Expo. &ldquo;It&rsquo;s a powerful kickoff to an event designed to equip attendees with the knowledge and motivation to scale their programs and realize similar results.&rdquo;
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<h5>About Commercial UAV Expo</h5>
<a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Commercial UAV Expo</a>, presented by <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.commercialuavnews.com/?utm_source=marketo&amp;utm_medium=pr&amp;utm_campaign=cuav25-keynote-announcement&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Commercial UAV News</a>, is an international conference and expo exclusively focused on commercial UAS integration and operation. The event will take place September 2-4, 2025, at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, NV. Commercial UAV Expo is produced by Diversified&rsquo;s technology portfolio, which also includes Commercial UAV News, Commercial UAV Forum, Geo Week, Geo Week Newsletter, Geo Business (UK), and Digital Construction Week (UK).

Opening Keynotes Announced for Commercial UAV Expo 2025

From May 23 to 25, 2025, the Shenzhen Convention &amp; Exhibition Center became the epicenter of drone technology, hosting the 10th Shenzhen International UAV Expo. This landmark event, co-located with the 9th World Drone Congress, showcased over 800 exhibitors across a sprawling 66,000 square meters, drawing participants from more than 80 countries.
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<h3 data-start="232" data-end="283">A Comprehensive Showcase of UAV Innovations</h3>
The expo presented a diverse array of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and systems, reflecting the rapid advancements in the field:
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Industrial UAVs: Drones tailored for agriculture, firefighting, logistics, surveying, and border patrol.
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Consumer UAVs: Aerial photography drones, racing drones, and recreational UAVs.
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Unmanned Systems: Including unmanned underwater vehicles (UUVs), unmanned surface vessels (USVs), and unmanned ground vehicles (UGVs).
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AI &amp; Robotics: Service robots, industrial robots, and AI-powered automation solutions.
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UAV Supply Chain &amp; Components: Materials, coatings, flight simulators, and other essential components.
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<h3 data-start="934" data-end="970">Notable Exhibitor Highlights</h3>
ZIYAN Tech unveiled its latest UAV lineup.
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F15 UAV: An advanced eVTOL UAV designed for long-range applications, featuring an open ecosystem and a carrying capacity of up to 5 kg.
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Shadow S3: A long-endurance helicopter UAV capable of 100-minute flight times, optimized for stability and speed.
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Grey Whale G1: A cargo delivery UAV designed for challenging terrains, capable of lifting up to 15 kg.
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JOUAV introduced its fourth-generation intelligent VTOL drone hangar, the JOS-C700, paired with the upgraded CW-15V UAV. This system supports 24/7 remote operations, featuring automated drone storage, autonomous takeoff, real-time data transmission, and AI analysis. It's designed for applications in public safety, emergency response, and infrastructure inspection.
SIYI Technology showcased its full-stack intelligent ecosystem, including the launch of the UniRC 10 and an AI Training Platform, emphasizing advancements in drone control systems and AI integration.&nbsp;
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<h3 data-start="1755" data-end="1805">Conferences and Forums: Shaping the Future</h3>
The 9th World Drone Congress, held concurrently, featured over 40 parallel forums and keynotes from global experts.Discussions centered on the theme "Entering a New Era of Low-Altitude Economy," addressing topics like industry policy insights, technological challenges, and future trends.
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<h3 data-start="1972" data-end="2015">Global Collaboration and Networking</h3>
The expo fostered international cooperation, with participants from countries including the U.S., Germany, Japan, South Korea, and India. Leading domestic institutions like the Ministry of Industry and Information Technology also played a significant role, emphasizing China's commitment to advancing UAV technology.
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<h3 data-start="2182" data-end="2200">Conclusion</h3>
The UAV Shenzhen Expo 2025 underscored the rapid evolution and diversification of unmanned systems. With groundbreaking innovations, strategic collaborations, and forward-thinking discussions, the event solidified Shenzhen's position as a global hub for UAV technology and set the stage for the future of unmanned systems worldwide.

The UAV Shenzhen Expo 2025: A Glimpse into the Future of Unmanned Systems

Above photo: 2024 UAV Empower recipients.
30 May 2025
Organizers of <a href="https://www.expouav.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Commercial UAV Expo</a> have announced a final call for submissions for the second annual UAV Empower: Path to Leadership Event Scholarship, a program designed to support university students passionate about using uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) to drive positive social and environmental change. Launched with a commitment to fostering a diverse and inclusive commercial drone industry, the scholarship provides students the opportunity to attend Commercial UAV Expo, the leading event for commercial drone professionals. <a href="https://www.expouav.com/uav-empower-leadership-scholarship/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Applications are due June 6, 2025</a>.
Three students will be selected to receive a full event scholarship, including a conference pass granting access to all sessions, keynotes, networking events, and Indoor Airspace demonstrations. Recipients will also receive complimentary hotel accommodations, a travel stipend to assist with airfare, and personalized mentorship during the event to help them navigate the industry and build lasting professional relationships.
"We have already seen firsthand how much of a difference this scholarship can make for students who are just beginning to explore their place in the commercial drone industry,&rdquo; said Jason Lavigne, Marketing Manager for Commercial UAV Expo. &ldquo;It&rsquo;s more than just an opportunity to attend the event, it&rsquo;s an opportunity to build networks and give students a sense of belonging."
"We are thrilled to bring back the UAV Empower: Path to Leadership Event Scholarship," said Lora Burns, Commercial UAV Expo Scholarship Committee Chair. "This program reflects our commitment to providing access and opportunity to the next generation of drone leaders focused on using this technology to better their communities and beyond. By connecting students with mentors and giving them a platform to learn and grow, we hope to inspire future changemakers early in their careers."
A committee of industry experts will oversee the selection process and help guide the program's continued development. This year's committee includes Kat James, Founder of Four Hundred Feet; Eno Umoh, Co-founder of the Global Air Drone Academy; and Rebecca Lehman, Senior ESG &amp; Social Impact Manager at DroneDeploy.
&ldquo;In our second year, the demand for skilled drone talent is stronger than ever. This scholarship helps students see a future in the industry&mdash;where their passion and skills are both needed and can make a real impact,&rdquo; said Lehman.
The scholarship is open to university students in the United States who are committed to using drone technology for good. For complete details, eligibility requirements, and application deadlines, visit the <a href="https://www.expouav.com/uav-empower-leadership-scholarship/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">UAV Empower: Path to Leadership Event Scholarship information page</a>.
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<h5>About Commercial UAV Expo </h5>
Commercial UAV Expo, presented by Commercial UAV News, is an international conference and expo exclusively focused on commercial UAS integration and operation. The event will take place September 2-4, 2025, at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, NV.&nbsp;Commercial UAV Expo is produced by Diversified&rsquo;s technology portfolio, which also includes Commercial UAV News, Commercial UAV Forum, Geo Week, Geo Week Newsletter, Geo Business (UK), and Digital Construction Week (UK). For more information about exhibiting at Commercial UAV Expo, visit the exhibitor information page or contact Carmella Perrone, Sales Manager, at CPerrone@divcom.com or +1.207-842-5646 or Dominique Caron, Account Executive, at DCaron@divcom.com or + (207) 842-5404. For information on attending, visit www.expouav.com or email info@expouav.com.

UAV Empower: Path to Leadership Event Scholarship

12 May 2025
<div class="x_elementToProof"><a href="https://vigilantaerospace.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Vigilant Aerospace</a>, the leading multi-sensor detect-and-avoid and airspace management software for uncrewed aircraft systems will be at the Oklahoma Pavilion (booth #4422) with the Tulsa Innovation Labs team at this year&rsquo;s <a href="https://xponential.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">XPONENTIAL</a>, May 19-22, held at the George R. Brown Convention Center, Houston. &nbsp;</div>
<h5 class="x_elementToProof">Come Meet</h5>
<div class="x_elementToProof">Kraettli Epperson, CEO</div>
<div class="x_elementToProof">Zach Peterson, Business Development Director&nbsp;</div>
<h5 class="x_elementToProof">Catch Up on Some of Our Latest Projects</h5>
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<li>The&nbsp;<a id="OWAd91b5166-36e3-43af-f87e-ab1fa2527a69" class="x_OWAAutoLink" style="color: #ba372a;" title="https://oklahoma.gov/aerospace/about.html" href="https://oklahoma.gov/aerospace/about.html" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="1">Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics</a> (ODAA) selected Vigilant Aeropace&nbsp;to deploy its FlightHorizon system on behalf of the Oklahoma Space Industry Development Authority (OSIDA) as part of its investment in Advanced Air Mobility infrastructure.</li>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">&nbsp;Partners with Vigilant to advance UAS education, research, training.</div>
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<li>A groundbreaking project for the&nbsp;<a id="OWA24c3fb54-a8b2-89cf-e1ce-3a5d4ebeadfa" class="x_OWAAutoLink" style="color: #ba372a;" title="https://www.afrl.af.mil/" href="https://www.afrl.af.mil/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="3">Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL)</a>&nbsp;to develop a detect-and-avoid (DAA) system for the Air Force&rsquo;s new long-endurance drone.</li>
<li>The dedicated airspace management system for the leading US droneport,&nbsp;<a id="LPlnk344488" style="color: #ba372a;" title="https://osagellc.com/companies/skyway-36/" href="https://osagellc.com/companies/skyway-36/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="4">Skyway36</a>, in Tulsa, OK.</li>
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<h5 class="x_elementToProof">Join the Workshop</h5>
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<div class="x_elementToProof">May 19, 12:30-2:30pm CDT</div>
<div class="x_elementToProof">&nbsp;</div>
<div class="x_elementToProof">Detect and Avoid (DAA) Standards, Compliance, and Approvals &ndash; a &ldquo;How To&rdquo; (Do it Right) Workshop. CEO Kraettli Epperson is participating in&nbsp;the Technical Research &amp; Platform Development Track, organized by&nbsp;<a id="OWAec104a60-ec70-6308-7c77-87c933d3de31" class="x_OWAAutoLink" style="color: #ba372a;" title="https://www.astm.org/" href="https://www.astm.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="5">ASTM,</a> by running the culminating exercise portion.</div>
<div class="x_elementToProof">&nbsp;</div>
<div class="x_elementToProof">Workshop Description.&nbsp;Flying your uncrewed aircraft Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) requires a way to meet the rules of the air &ndash; especially that you &ldquo;see and avoid&rdquo; other aircraft. Operators seeking BVLOS approvals are required to describe their system&rsquo;s conformity with &ldquo;pertinent sections of industry standards related to collision avoidance systems, ground-based surveillance systems, and detect and avoid systems.&rdquo;</div>
<div class="x_elementToProof">&nbsp;</div>
<div class="x_elementToProof">The panel sets out to address questions such as:</div>
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<ul>
<li>What Industry Consensus Standards are out there to use?</li>
<li>How do you find the pertinent requirements?</li>
<li>How do you design a test to show you meet them? And just what is an &ldquo;encounter set&rdquo; anyway?</li>
</ul>
<div class="x_elementToProof">The lineup includes:&nbsp;</div>
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<ul>
<li>Marcus Cunningham,&nbsp;Federal Aviation Administration</li>
<li>Matthew Edwards,&nbsp;NATO Sense and Avoid Specialist Team</li>
<li>Rob Knochenhauer,&nbsp;Censys Technologies</li>
<li>Kyle Ryker,&nbsp;Alliance for System Safety of UAS through Research Excellence</li>
<li>Andy Thurling and Alexander Fomenko,&nbsp;DroneUp</li>
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Workshop details&nbsp;<a id="OWAe888361f-91e3-a22f-cb7e-e22bbf2de1e5" class="x_OWAAutoLink" style="color: #ba372a;" title="https://xponential.org/program.cfm?session_key=9B838449-F7F6-CC46-9506-216B7F4ED3BF&amp;session_date=Monday,%20May%2019,%202025" href="https://xponential.org/program.cfm?session_key=9B838449-F7F6-CC46-9506-216B7F4ED3BF&amp;session_date=Monday,%20May%2019,%202025" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="6">here</a>. The workshop requires its own registration -&nbsp;<a id="OWA37f4297d-9a05-065b-c207-b889ae0cb4d5" class="x_OWAAutoLink" style="color: #ba372a;" title="https://xponential.org/" href="https://xponential.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener" data-auth="NotApplicable" data-linkindex="7">XPONENTIAL 2025 | AUVSI</a>

VIGILANT AEROSPACE CEO to Speak at  XPONENTIAL 2025

16 April 2025
Organizers of <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/?utm_source=marketo&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=cuave-ab-announcement-pr&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Commercial UAV Expo</a>, the world&rsquo;s leading commercial drone trade show and conference, have announced the 2025 Advisory Board. Composed of influential leaders across the unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) ecosystem, the Advisory Board will help guide the development of conference programming, provide strategic insight, and support the event&rsquo;s ongoing mission to serve as the premier platform for commercial drone innovation.
The 11th edition of Commercial UAV Expo will take place September 2&ndash;4, 2025 at Caesars Forum, Las Vegas, Nevada, USA, and will build off last year&rsquo;s theme: &ldquo;Drones in Action: Current Realities &amp; Future Frontiers.&rdquo;
&ldquo;This year&rsquo;s Advisory Board reflects the full breadth of the unmanned aerial vehicles industry,&rdquo; said Lee Corkhill, Group Director at Diversified Communications, organizer of the event. &ldquo;Their expertise ensures that our programming stays practical, forward-thinking, and relevant for UAV professionals at every level.&rdquo;
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The 2025 Advisory Board includes experts representing drone manufacturing, pilots and field operations, service providers, software solutions providers, public safety, construction, energy, and beyond. These leaders bring deep experience and valuable insight into the current state and future potential of drone technology
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<li>Wayne Baker, Director of Stakeholder Engagement &ndash; DJI</li>
<li>Dallas Brooks, Aviation Outreach &amp; Standards Lead &ndash; Wing</li>
<li>Keaton Denzer, Chief UAS Pilot &ndash; Bechtel</li>
<li>Chris Fleming, CEO &ndash; Cyberhawk</li>
<li>Nitin Gupta, Founder &amp; CEO &ndash; FlytBase</li>
<li>Ashley Hanson, Unmanned Aviation Systems Manager &ndash; John Deere</li>
<li>Thomas Haun, President &ndash; Turner Staffing Group</li>
<li>Cynthia Huang, CEO &ndash; ACSL Inc.</li>
<li>Michael Leo, Captain &ndash; FDNY Robotics</li>
<li>Bobby Sakaki, CEO &ndash; UAS Nexus</li>
<li>Ben Stocker, Construction Technologist &ndash; Skender</li>
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To view full biographies of the 2025 Advisory Board members, visit <a href="https://www.expouav.com/advisory-board/?utm_source=marketo&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=cuave-ab-announcement-pr&amp;utm_content=attendee">www.expouav.com/advisory-board</a>
Registration for Commercial UAV Expo will open in May. Commercial drone professionals are encouraged to register early to secure discounted conference pricing and to fill out the <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/attend/?utm_source=marketo&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=cuave-ab-announcement-pr&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Attendee Inquiry form</a> to receive updates about the event.
<h5>About Commercial UAV Expo</h5>
<a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Commercial UAV Expo</a>, presented by <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.commercialuavnews.com/?utm_source=marketo&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=cuave-ab-announcement-pr&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Commercial UAV News</a>, is an international conference and expo exclusively focused on commercial UAS integration and operation. The event will take place September 2-4, 2025, at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, NV. For more information, visit <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.expouav.com/?utm_source=marketo&amp;utm_medium=email&amp;utm_campaign=cuave-ab-announcement-pr&amp;utm_content=attendee" target="_blank" rel="noopener">www.expouav.com</a>&nbsp;
Commercial UAV Expo is produced by Diversified&rsquo;s technology portfolio, which also includes Commercial UAV News, Commercial UAV Forum, Geo Week, Geo Week Newsletter, Geo Business (UK), and Digital Construction Week (UK).

Commercial UAV Expo Announces 2025 Advisory Board

18 March 2025
The Droning Company columnist <a href="https://www.thedroningcompany.com/news/categories/brazzel" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Timothy Brazzel</a> will be covering <a href="https://psdronefest.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Palm Springs Drone Fest 2025</a>, March 21-23 at Palm Springs High School.
<h5>Watch!</h5>
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Palm Springs Drone Fest, March 21-23

The Law-Tech Connect social networking event has become an annual tradition to kick off the Workshop, the night prior. All are welcome and must register.&nbsp; [Image courtesy Dawn Zoldi/P3 Tech Consulting.]
27 February 2025
By Stuart Smith
As uncrewed systems (UxS) continue to evolve with ever increasing levels of autonomy, so too does the complex web of legal, policy and regulatory issues that impact their full operationalization. As the autonomy industry grows, staying informed about the latest developments remains crucial for professionals across the entire ecosystem. Enter <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://xponential.org/co_lo_law_tech.cfm" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Law-Tech Connect 2025</a>, the premier event where cutting-edge technology intersects with the law&hellip;and lasting professional connections occur.
<h5>The Genesis of Law-Tech Connect</h5>
Law-Tech Connect was born from a simple observation: the disconnect between legal and technical professionals in the UxS space. Event organizer Dawn Zoldi, a retired U.S. Air Force Colonel and former military lawyer (CEO of <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.p3techconsulting.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">P3 Tech Consulting</a> and Publisher at <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://autonomyglobal.co/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Autonomy Global</a>) explained, &ldquo;I noticed that lawyers and policymakers discussed regulations in isolation, while techology leaders focused solely on their tech. I recognized a need to bridge this gap. So, I created Law-Tech Connect to bring these two worlds together.&rdquo;
<h5>From Humble Beginnings to Industry Staple</h5>
Since its inception in Orlando in 2022, Law-Tech Connect has experienced remarkable growth. What started as a novel concept has quickly become a must-attend event for industry professionals. For the past several years, the workshop has consistently drawn standing-room only crowds. The event's success as the go-to educational platform for UxS legal and regulatory insights hasn't gone unnoticed. The Drone Girl, a respected industry publication, has recognized Law-Tech Connect as <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.thedronegirl.com/2025/01/30/2025-drone-events/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">one of the top drone conferences</a>, expos, races, and meetups of the year.
<h5>Connecting Dots and People: Networking at Its Finest</h5>
Law-Tech Connect is all about connections.
&ldquo;We call it Law-Tech Connect, not just because we're connecting law and technology,&rdquo; Zoldi said, &ldquo;but also because we're connecting everybody together.&rdquo;
The event kicks off with a pre-workshop networking social on Sunday, May 18, 2025, at the Social Beer Garden in Houston. From 7-9 pm CT, attendees can mingle with industry peers and speakers in a relaxed setting. This networking opportunity sets the stage for the main event by creating an atmosphere of collaboration and idea-sharing that carries through the entire workshop.
Everyone is welcome. Thanks to social event sponsors, Northern Plains UAS Test Site (NPUASTS), Energy Drone &amp; Robotics Coalition (EDRC) and The African Drone Forum, all those registered for the Workshop will get free drinks and bites (others, BYO).
A separate registration for the social networking event is required, even for Law-Tech Connect Workshop attendees. All can register <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScHf3e0Sx1nDcpdMwCqx3V4Az1ue-8N1xGU9x_Yy8H1Cfy23w/viewform" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>.
<h5>A Day of Unparalleled Insights</h5>
The main workshop takes place on Monday, May 19, 2025, at the George Bush Convention Center in Houston, Texas, co-located with <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://xponential.org/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">AUVSI&rsquo;s XPONENTIAL</a>. This one-day intensive program covers a wide range of topics critical to the uncrewed systems industry. A recent live stream highlighted Law-Tech Connect&rsquo;s anticipated morning sessions. ICYMI, you can watch the Preview stream <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x6xdEks6hVw" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>.
<h5>Navigating Government Contracts and Energy Sector Challenges</h5>
The day will begin with a panel titled "Let's Make a Deal: The Rules for Landing Government Autonomy Contracts." Moderated by Michael Bower from Esi, this session features experts like Tom Swoyer from GrandSKY, who brings invaluable experience in securing government contracts.
"We're really excited to be able to talk about the nuts and bolts of the contracting process and share some of our experience and lessons learned," Swoyer shared during the preview panel.
Following this, attendees will dive into "Big, Big Energy: The Virtuous Circle of Compliance and Autonomy in the Energy Sector." Sean Guerre from the EDRC will moderate this discussion. It will explore how uncrewed systems are revolutionizing compliance and operations in the energy industry.
"We're going to be expanding on the diverse regulatory challenges at the state level versus local versus federal,&rdquo; Guerre explained. &ldquo;Depending on the type of energy asset that you're operating, you're going to have a different set of compliance and regulatory requirements. This is definitely not a panel that's discussing what-ifs and possibilities. These are things that are actually impacting the industry and showcasing to all the stakeholders&mdash;asset owner operators, service companies, solution providers&mdash;how they can get involved.&rdquo;
<h5>Over the Horizon Operational Challenges and State-Level Innovations</h5>
The two other morning sessions promise equally compelling content. One highlight includes the "Future Proofing for Over the Horizon Operational Challenges" panel. This panel dives into the threat spectrum observed on battlefields, particularly emphasizing the conflict in Ukraine, and explores how these threats translate to businesses.
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The "Future Proofing for Over the Horizon Operational Challenges" panel dives into the threat spectrum observed on battlefields of Ukraine ,and explores how these threats translate to businesses. [Image courtesy Dawn Zoldi/P3 Tech Consulting.]
Discussions will include topics such as spoofing, jamming, and cybersecurity concerns and how these issues are associated with legal considerations. The panel will feature Brett Feddersen from D-Fend Solutions, discussing counter-UAS strategies, Evan Wolf from Crowell &amp; Moring, offering insights into cyber law and security, Brian Sardoch from OrqaFPV and Frasier Kitchell from KEF Robotics, who bring firsthand experience from the field in Ukraine. Evan Frankenberg, CEO of Echodyne will also contribute his expertise on radar technology and airspace awareness.
Attendees can also look forward to the "State of the States: Volume Two" panel, moderated by Erin Roesler from the NPUASTS. This session will explore how different states are approaching uncrewed systems integration and the economic opportunities they present.
"States recognize that there are huge economic opportunities that can be seized by leveraging drones and UAS technologies," Roesler noted. "We're going to take a lead in doing that because we as a state see the benefits." So do others. This panel will have reps from New Jersey (can you say &ldquo;Dronegate&rdquo;?), Nevada, Massachusetts and Michigan.
You can find the entire agenda <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://xponential.org/co_lo_law_tech.cfm" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>. Mark your calendars for our Law-Tech Connect Preview II on Tuesday, March 18th at 11am ET and keep track <a href="https://autonomyglobal.co/podcast-category/regulation/">here</a>.
<h5>More Than Just a Workshop</h5>
Law-Tech Connect 2025 offers more than just a day of panels. Attendees receive a full-day program, meals and access to the pre-workshop networking event. Additionally, registration includes a 3-day XPO Hall pass for XPONENTIAL 2025. In short, registering for Law-Tech Connect gets you a full week of activities from Sunday through Thursday.
For attorneys, the event provides an opportunity to earn continuing legal education (CLE) credits. Zoldi has applied for accreditation from the Texas Bar for 8.00 CLE credits, which should be self-certifiable and transferable to other jurisdictions.
<h5>Investing in the Future</h5>
Law-Tech Connect is not just about current industry leaders; it's also investing in the future of the UxS systems sector. The event offers scholarship programs sponsored by organizations such as NPUASTS, Carahsoft, MatrixSpace, GT Law and Esi, aimed at developing the current and future workforce. Scholars receive all registration benefits as well as a copy of the drone law textbook that Zoldi authored for USI. Anyone can purchase the textbook at cost using the special event code on the event registration page.
<h5>A Can't-Miss Opportunity</h5>
In today&rsquo;s turbulent legal and regulatory environment, Law-Tech Connect has become even more vital. By bringing together legal experts, policymakers, technologists and industry leaders, this workshop creates a unique environment for learning, networking and collaboration.
Erin Roesler said it best as she explained why she keeps coming back year after year&mdash;and bringing a huge North Dakota contingent with her: "I realized that this was different. The panels were very meticulously organized in the aspect that they weren't sales pitchy. It wasn't just one entity up there talking about their success&hellip;There were competing viewpoints differing perspectives&hellip;challenging opinions on certain matters and that led to a really in-depth dialogue that I found valuable. As someone that's been in this industry for 15 years now, it is refreshing to engage in that type of event.&rdquo;
With a comprehensive agenda, star-studded speaker lineup (download the list <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.p3techconsulting.com/law-tech-connect" target="_blank" rel="noopener">here</a>) and unparalleled networking opportunities, Law-Tech Connect 2025 promises to be an essential event for anyone involved in the UxS and autonomous industry. Don't miss this chance to stay at the forefront of legal tech in this rapidly evolving field. We hope to see ya&rsquo;ll in Houston!
Early bird registration is now open, at only $249. To secure your spot and learn more about the event, visit the official <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://xponential.org/co_lo_law_tech.cfm" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Law-Tech Connect registration page</a>.

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