As potential uses for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) continue to increase, and technology continues to advance, there are numerous opportunities for business aviation. “We’re advocating for these new entrants, but we’re also advocating for our manned members.” said NBAA’s Heidi Williams, director of air traffic services and infrastructure. “We truly have to integrate, and we have to do that safely.” Williams and members of the NBAA UAS Working Group share insights on the safe development and integration of UAS in this week’s NBAA Flight Plan podcast.
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