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DroneTalks.onlineDroneTalks | Glen Lynch on Volatus’ $9B defense pivot and the "Many-to-One" #BVLOS #drone operation’s future | Aerial Cities 2025‘We don’t chase what we would like to do; we chase the combination of what the technology allows and what the regulation enables today." — Glen Lynch, CEO of #Volatus Aerospace. At our annual, invitation-only, C-level event, Aerial Cities 2025 in Dublin, the conversation moved past "#drone hype" into the hard reality of sovereign defense and unit economics. In an exclusive interview with Marta Shavgulidze of @murzilliconsulting, Glen Lynch revealed how Volatus is transforming into a cornerstone of #Canada’s industrial base. Highlights from the interview: With 75% of every Canadian #defense dollar currently leaving the...
2026-02-1607 min
Drone Technology Daily: UAV News & ReviewsDHS Drops 115 Million on Drone Defense While DJI Ban Drama Heats Up and UK Goes Full Remote IDThis is you Drone Technology Daily: UAV News & Reviews podcast.Welcome to Drone Technology Daily: UAV News and Reviews. In the past 24 hours, the Department of Homeland Security announced a massive $115 million investment in counter-drone technologies to secure the 2026 FIFA World Cup and America's 250th birthday celebrations, as reported by MeriTalk and Nextgov. This funding, overseen by a new Program Executive Office for Unmanned Aircraft Systems, aims to counter threats from malicious drones used by cartels and others. DHS Secretary Kristi Noem stated, “Drones represent the new frontier of American air superiority,” highlighting their role in border security and...
2026-01-1502 minDrone Technology Daily: UAV News & ReviewsDrones Drama: DJI Gets Banned, Russia Flies Big Jets, and the Navy Goes Robot ShoppingThis is you Drone Technology Daily: UAV News & Reviews podcast.Good morning, listeners, and welcome to Drone Technology Daily: UAV News and Reviews. In the past 24 hours, the U.S. Department of Homeland Security announced a $115 million investment in counter-drone technologies to secure World Cup venues, countering threats from drug cartels using sophisticated UAVs, as reported by CNN and WPLG Local 10. Meanwhile, SOF News highlights Russia's new Geran-5 jet drone deployment in Ukraine, boasting a 1,000-kilometer range and 90-kilogram warhead payload, per The Kyiv Independent. And the U.S. Navy is expanding its drone fleet with MQ-25 Stingray...
2026-01-1302 minDrone Technology Daily: UAV News & ReviewsDJI Drones Grounded by December? Swarms, Scandals, and Spy Games Shake Up the Skies!This is you Drone Technology Daily: UAV News & Reviews podcast.Thank you for joining Drone Technology Daily, where we dive into the cutting edge of unmanned aerial vehicle innovation. In the last 24 hours, the most significant development comes with the opening of Volatus Aerospace's Mirabel Drone Innovation and Manufacturing Hub. This new facility near Montreal aims to accelerate drone manufacturing and research, especially for advanced commercial applications. According to Volatus Aerospace, the hub will host prototyping labs, testing corridors, and industry partnerships poised to deliver next-generation enterprise UAVs for inspection, security, and delivery.On the regulatory...
2025-11-0504 min
Destiny AudiobooksThe Hidden Dossier | Destiny AudiobookExperimented with a lot of different visual styles for this one - the Witch Queen Collector's Edition Lore book 'The Hidden Dossier'.All entries are voiced by me with Destiny music and some sound effects included, playing over a combination of renders I made using models from the 'Destiny Rips Discord' and my own gameplay footage (apologies for the poor Crucible gameplay) and in-game cutscenes/cinematics.Music comes from Destiny Soundtracks and from tracks sourced and archived by @destiny_music_archive Additional game footage/vaulted cinematics credits: @DestinyLoreVault @DestinL If you would like...
2025-09-102h 51
Bernecker OpinionAktien Schnelltest inkl. Volatus Aerospace, Clara Technologies, Fiserv, PfistererDer Aktien-Schnelltest mit Oliver Kantimm ("Der Aktionärsbrief"). Hier im Beitrag gibt es die Podcast-Variante zur eigentlichen Sendung im Rahmen von BerneckerTV, Aufzeichnung am 10.07.2025). Schlaglichter:Volatus Aerospace - Ist die Kursexplosion haltbar?Clara Technologies - Ca. 7x seit Anfang Juni!Fiserv - Klarer Kauf?Pfisterer - Erste deutsche Neuemission dieses Jahr!=======Jetzt abonnieren: "Der Aktionärsbrief". Weitere Infos unter:https://www.bernecker.info/aktionaersbrief=======Lust auf noch mehr Sendungen im Bernecker.TV? Noch mehr unterschiedliche Experten? Infos zu Bernecker.TV:...
2025-07-1417 min
Alles auf Aktien – Die täglichen Finanzen-NewsAktien für den Capex-Superzyklus und die nächste Billionen-WetteDer Börsen-Podcast
In der heutigen Folge sprechen die Finanzjournalisten Daniel Eckert und Holger Zschäpitz über den neuen Drohnen-Liebling, einen Bitcoin-Rekord und die Rückkehr des Wasserstoff-Hypes. Außerdem geht es um Volatus Aerospace, WK Kellog, EssilorLuxottica, Meta Platforms, Plug Power, Bloom Energy, Ballard Power, L&G Hydrogen Economy ETF (WKN: A2QMAL), Hershey, Nvidia, Apple, Microsoft, Standard Oil/ExxonMobil, General Electric, NTT, Intel, Texas Instruments, Micron Technology, Eli Lilly, Merck, Air Products, Freeport-McMoran, Keysight, Hess, Williams, EQT, Amundi MDax ETF (WKN: LYX0R1), RWE, National Grid, Rio Tinto, Antofagasta, Infineon, ASML, SAP, Leonardo, Astrazeneca, Merck, Novo Nordisk, Almon...
2025-07-1021 minDrone Technology Daily: UAV News & ReviewsFrom Stealth Mosquitos to Tethered Titans: Juicy Drone Gossip You Need to Know!This is you Drone Technology Daily: UAV News & Reviews podcast.June 24, 2025 brings major advancements and key news in drone technology, with significant stories shaping the future of both consumer and enterprise unmanned aerial vehicle markets. Thales has debuted a miniaturized electronic warfare payload at the Paris Air Show, designed for frontline light drones. Weighing under 5 kilograms and drawing less than 40 watts, this system offers long-range detection and geolocation of enemy radio signals, marking a leap in tactical drone capabilities for defense and security forces. Meanwhile, China has unveiled a mosquito-sized drone for covert military reconnaissance, hinting at the...
2025-06-2303 min
The Clemson Drone PodcastExploring other Drone Options in a Season of Tariffs with Sean FalconerIn this episode of the Clemson Drone Podcast, host Joe Burgett sits down with Sean Falconer, Managing Director of Volatus Drones, to unpack the implications of tariffs and potential bans on DJI and other Chinese-made drones. With public agencies and entrepreneurs facing growing uncertainty, the conversation explores viable, non-Chinese drone alternatives and what decision-makers need to consider before making the switch. Sean shares insights into sensor specifications critical for mapping and photogrammetry work, including megapixels, sensor size, mechanical shutters, and thermal resolution, and how these features compare across platforms. The discussion highlights standout models l...
2025-06-1242 min
DroneTalks.onlineDroneTalks | An industry perspective on the past successes and challenges ahead | Aerial Cities 2024At Aerial Cities 2024, panellists discussed “Trends and opportunities: An industry perspective on the past successes and challenges ahead.” Key takeaways from the discussion: ➡️ Manna Air Delivery proves #profitability is possible — but #regulation is the roadblock. Operating thousands of flights per month with just four aircraft, Manna has built a revenue-generating suburban delivery model. Yet, slow regulatory progress is limiting expansion in key markets like the UK. ➡️ "A bad #framework is better than no framework." Industry leaders stressed that unpredictable #BVLOS regulations are keeping businesses in trial mode. The US and Italy are advancing, while the UK remains stuck in test environme...
2025-03-2844 min
AGORACOM Small Cap CEO InterviewsAGORACOM Talks | Small Cap Weekly Roundup: Standout Companies of the Week Ending March 7, 2025!This week’s biggest small-cap headlines:ESGold Corp. (CSE: ESAU) achieves 90.9% gold recovery at Montauban using a non-cyanide process—a cleaner, faster way to extract gold!St-Georges Eco-Mining (CSE: SX) gets final Environmental Compliance Approval for EVSX’s battery recycling plant in Ontario! A major leap for zero-landfill, critical metal recovery!PyroGenesis (TSX: PYR) confirms Boeing is their aerospace partner, and their titanium powder has met Boeing’s standards for 3D printing. Could this be a breakthrough for aerospace manufacturing?NuRAN...
2025-03-0713 min
AMC CultivateModern Agriculture Takes Flight: The Role of DronesThis episode explores the use of drones in agriculture with insights from Matthew Johnson, Vice President of Volatus Aerospace. From his keynote presentation at the 2024 Expo AMC Conference, Matthew shares updates on advancements in drone technology, upcoming regulatory changes in Canada, and their implications for Canadian farming. Discover current applications and what the future holds for this innovative technology.To learn more about agricultural manufacturing in Canada, visit www.a-m-c.ca or follow us on social media @AMCshortlinecda.
2025-01-2139 min
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HPQ Silicon Inc. (TSX-V: HPQ)HPQ Silica Polvere has reached a major milestone with the commencement of operations at its Fumed Silica Reactor pilot plant. This breakthrough positions HPQ as a leader in green engineering and advanced materials, targeting industries like cosmetics and electronics. The reactor is set to deliver high-purity fumed silica with a projected capacity of 50 metric tons annually. HPQ is also collaborating with global partners, including Evonik, for product validation, further solidifying its industry position.
Draganfly Inc. (NASDAQ: DPRO)Draganfly is partnering with Volatus Aerospace to revolutionize oil and gas exploration with...
2025-01-1624 min
DroneTalks.onlineDroneTalks | Volatus Aerospace: global expansion, merger with Drone Delivery Canada, and the SEAR programVolatus Aerospace is driving global #growth with its recent merger with Drone Delivery Canada, expanding capabilities in #cargo delivery and #autonomous #drone operations. Alongside strategic acquisitions, the company is empowering the next generation through the #SEAR Program, which equips #students with skills in drone #technology and #data analysis to solve real-world challenges.
At the 2024 Commercial UAV News Expo in Las Vegas, our Co-founder and CEO, Eszter Kovács, interviewed Volatus Aerospace’s Abhinav Singhvi, CFO, and Danielle Gagne, Head of Marketing and Communications. They shared insights of their strong foundation in safety, compliance, and #innovation. From industry con...
2025-01-0917 min
Stories from 400 FeetCraig Husselby Talks About Synergy Aviation's Latest Expansion into the U.S.At Energy Drone Robotics Coalition Summit (EDRS) in Houston, I sat down with Craig Husselby, VP of Business Development for Synergy Aviation to talk about oil and gas pipeline inspections and their recent expansion into the U.S.
2024-06-1103 min
SNEED-CAST Presented by Sneed Coding SolutionsIndustry Update - Episode #23 - Exploring a World of Innovation: From Federal Funding to Farming AdvancementsSNEED-CAST Industry Update is brought to you by the SNEED-PACK® line of Case Sealers. Learn more by clicking this link: https://sneedcoding.com/collections/l...
Thanks for joining us for another episode of SNEED-CAST; the show where we’re keeping you up to date with the ever changing world of manufacturing, processing, packaging, coding and so much more. Today we’ll be discussing topics ranging from Federal funding to feeding children, to new feed sources for cows, to the FAA granting commercial drone use in agriculture, and finally addressing worker shortages in manufacturing.
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2024-03-1514 min
DroneTalks.onlineDroneTalks | Drone Industry Revenue and Investment Panel | Aerial Cities 2023
“The big thing is the time to commercialise. I think our industry is waiting for a magic moment. The moment is actually now.”
Dario Di Martino, CEO and founder of DMD Solutions Consulting moderated the fascinating Revenue and Investments Panel, at Aerial Cities 2023.
As advanced air mobility and drone companies mature and begin to scale, a knowledge gap within the industry has become apparent around revenue generation and investment.
Dario was joined by Eric Brock, CEO of Ondas Holdings, Tim Shattock, Aviation Advisor at Irelandia Aviation, Marcus Rowley, VP Portfolio Development at Falko Regional Aircraft and Glen Lynch, CEO of V...
2024-01-0448 min
The eVTOL Insights PodcastEpisode 118: Bob Johnson, Chief Commercial Officer, Volatus Infrastructure & Energy SolutionsIn this episode, Bob goes into more detail about Volatus' rebranding and the reasons behind it, before talking about where this positions the company in the AAM market.
We talk about Volatus' guiding principles, as well as the impressive list of eVTOL OEMs which includes Ace VTOL in Australia and its partnership to deploy a vast network of vertiports.
Bob also talks about the procedure when it comes to identifying new sites for potential landing sites for eVTOL aircraft, Volatus' recent financing campaign and how its vertiport solutions can be integrated into our cities and airports.
2023-12-1443 min
Plik dźwiękowy - Audycje KulturalnePoczuj się jak mistrz! Tablet zamiast pędzla i sztalugi w Zamku Królewskimhttps://audycjekulturalne.pl/wp-content/uploads/2023/10/Audycje-Kulturalne-Glaze.mp3
Podczas zajęć edukacyjnych organizowanych w zamkowym muzeum, uczestnicy będą korzystać z nowej aplikacji, która pozwala odtworzyć proces tworzenia obrazów najwybitniejszych malarzy. Imituje ona nie tylko materiał, na którym powstawały dzieła, ale także włosie pędzla i pigmenty. Co ważne, jak w przypadku prawdziwego malowania, błędów nie da się cofnąć!
Transkrypcja podcastu do pobrania pod tekstem poniżej.
Aplikacja firmy Well of Art będzie wykorzystywana w cyklu zajęć muzealnych dla młodszych uczestników. Cykl nosi tytuł „Maluj jak mistrz” – młodzi adep...
2023-10-2616 min
No U-TurnEpisode 42 - Dan the man!Send us a text with your feedback on an episode and recommendations for topics you’d like us to discussJoin us this week for an episode recorded earlier this summer with Dan Sloat, CEO of Volatus Infrastructure and President and Founder of AAM Institute. In this episode, we discuss:Quick updates on the AAM industry and an initial study on security considerations of UAM operationsAn aviation STEM event with 10 middle school kids.Weather workshop that will discuss types of weather sensors & products needed for AAMLaunch of the Tech Demonstrator by Electra AeroWho is Dan the ma...
2023-08-161h 13
Stories from 400 FeetEmpowering Indigenous Communities Through Drone TechnologyJacob Taylor - CEO Indigenous Aerospace; Darian Edwards, Indigenous Air Mobility Specialist, Canadian Advanced Air Mobility; Kimble McComb, Drone Advisor, Moose Cree First Nation; and Jo-Anne Tabobandung Dean of Aviation, First Nation Technical Institute join us this week to discuss how the usage of drones is an important tool in the process of empowering indigenous communities.
2023-06-2115 min
Cargo Facts ConnectNatilus co-founder Matyushev on the Kona droneIn this episode, Cargo Facts Associate Editor Andrew Crider sits down with Natilus co-founder and Chief Executive Aleksey Matyushev to discuss the development of the company’s Kona cargo drone.Natilus recently announced a deal with ZeroAvia and unveiled a hydrogen-powered engine option for its blended-wing cargo drone. This development comes after headline-making orders from Ameriflight and Volatus Aerospace.Matyushev addresses the challenges of drone production, what recent scale-model test flights have taught Natilus and how the company is growing.Tune in for a discussion of these topics and more for th...
2023-05-2717 minCargo Facts ConnectNews from AUVSI XPONENTIAL, plus more A321FsIn this episode, Cargo Facts Editor Jeff Lee and Associate Editors Andrew Crider and Robert Luke highlight the key takeaways from the Association for Uncrewed Vehicles International’s XPONENTIAL 2023 exhibition and conference in Denver this week and other developments.Cargo drones dominated the news this week, with Canada-based Volatus Aerospace evaluating whether it will order more Natilus drone and announcing plans to expand its cargo drone operations into the Dominican Republic and the United Arab Emirates.In the conventional air freighter sector, Boeing received its first order of the year for its 777F last mo...
2023-05-1318 min
Nachtwandler RecordsSpannhagengarten - VolatusThis is the next EP from Spannhagengarten on Nachtwandler Records
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2023-04-2802 min
Stories from 400 FeetSafe and Efficient Data Collection in Challenging EnvironmentsJustin Simkins, a Technical Specialist from Emesent, joins us this week on how Hovermap is creating a new industry standard in autonomous lidar mapping. Justin discusses Emesent's SLAM (Simultaneous Localization and Mapping) based lidar system and how it can be utilized for autonomous navigation on drone platforms. He also explores how this technology has been particularly useful in the mining industry, where it can provide safe, efficient, and accurate data collection.
2023-04-2008 minCargo Facts ConnectNew freighter and drone operators emergeIn this episode, Cargo Facts Editor Jeff Lee and Associate Editors Andrew Crider and Robert Luke kick off the discussion with a watershed moment in the cargo industry: the news that Ameriflight will purchase the Sabrewing Rhaegal-A. Additionally, the drone space saw a series of milestones from medical drone operator Spright, unmanned aircraft developer Reliable Robotics and Canada-based Volatus Aerospace.On the manned aircraft front, the team looks at Awesome Cargo, which received its first A330 for the start of operations, and Mesa Airlines, which will soon begin flying its first DHL 737-800F.Tune...
2023-02-1813 min
The eVTOL Insights PodcastEpisode 86: Grank Fisk, co-founder of Volatus InfrastructureIn this episode, Grant gives us a detailed background behind the company and the technology behind its modular, budget-friendly and accessible vertiports for eVTOL aircraft.
He shares more about its roadmap and when it might be able to see ones of these operational, the key trends he's seeing when it comes to infrastructure and also provides an overview on the Vertical Flight Society's recent VTOL Electric Symposium.
We also hear for the first time, more details about production for Volatus' charging stations which was only announced a few weeks ago.
2023-02-0933 min
Wine Unicorn: Magical Wine ReviewsEpisode 61: Yellowstone & MonetOur new guest, Meghan, is WSET Level 3 certified. She brings her extensive wine knowledge and palate expertise into the magical world of Wine Unicorn. We review a 2020 Primitivo by AronHill Vineyards and "Crazy", a 2021 Vaccarese, by Volatus.
2022-12-3042 min
Drone Insights & TechnologyDrone Photogrammetry Advanced Techniques and ApplicationsOverviewJohnathan Smeh has had quite the journey throughout his nine years in the commercial drone industry, but drones weren't initially on the radar when he was pursuing a career in geography, GIS, and manned aircraft. n this interview, Johnathan talks through first discovering the drone industry, its evolving technology, and how it's shaped both his current work and what he hopes to work on in the future (hint: it's out of this world!). He also discusses unique piloting stories from the field that required both creativity and ingenuity to ensure mission success.
2022-11-0357 min
DroneTalks.onlineDroneTalks I Glen Lynch I CEO at Volatus Aerospace Corp.It was our pleasure to interview Glen Lynch, CEO of Volatus Aerospace, at the Commercial UAV Expo. Volatus is a publicly traded global player in the drone industry, serving both civil and defense markets. One of the important challenges highlighted by Glen is the fragmented state of the industry and the lack of standardization and consolidation. However, adoption is growing tremendously, and drones are being used by first responders and for public safety. Drones are also gaining momentum in the farming industry and precision agriculture, allowing for a healthier and more profitable environment where waste is reduced. It is c...
2022-10-0312 min
Stories from 400 FeetDrone Market Trends and Investment Perspectives with Kay Wackwitz, CEO of Drone Industry Insights and Abhinav Singhvi, CFO of Volatus AerospaceWhat are the current trends in the drone market? What do investors think about the drone industry? How do the answers to these questions impact the drone industry and how do we bridge the gap between positive market trends and investor confidence? We spoke with the CEO of Drone Industry Insights, Kay Wackwitz and CFO of Volatus Aerospace, Abhinav Singhvi, to get answers to these questions and address some of the current trends, concerns and common misconceptions about the drone industry.
2022-08-2540 min
Stories from 400 FeetRemotely Piloting Beyond Visual Line of Sight Near an Active Airport with Optical Detect & Avoid and No Visual ObserversRichard Podolski, VP of Flight Operations, talks in-depth about the recent SFOC granted to Volatus Aerospace by Transport Canada to remotely pilot a drone using Remote Flight Control System (RFCS) software and optical Detect and Avoid (DAA) within an active aerodrome traffic zone. This is the first step toward commercializing their nesting station AeriePort.
2022-08-1008 min
What the Fox SaysNews: Northern Thunder military training, Ukraine still fighting, and affordable helicopter flightsHere’s the happenings in the Fox Valley for the week of August 8, 2022: Northern Thunder military training, Ukraine still fighting, affordable helicopter flights, and more.SourcesNorthern Lightning aerial military training this weekUkraine refugees land in Green BayVolatus says consumer heli-flights by AirVenture 2023Wisconsin's E-recycling program reports 350 million pounds out of landfill since 2010Tiny Home village for homeless in Oshkosh still on trackNeenah Foundry plans layoffsLeroy Butler, former Packer, inducted into Hall of FameMile of Music happened! See some picturesWest Walnut St closed in Green Bay this weekDid we miss a story? Got an...
2022-08-0804 min
Stories from 400 FeetDelegate for Transport Canada, Nigel Waterhouse, Discusses the Integration of Large Autonomous Drones into the National AirspaceWhile at CanSec, we sat down with Nigel Waterhouse, Delegate for Transport Canada, to discuss the challenges and nuances between autonomous passenger flight, remotely piloted passenger flight, and uncrewed cargo delivery when it comes to integrating them into the National Airspace safely.
2022-07-1210 min
Stories from 400 FeetAli Dian, CEO of Aerovel, Discusses the Defense and Commercial Applications of FlexrotorDesigned by Dr. Tad McGeer, the inventor of the ScanEagle (a UAV that defined a whole new group of military aircraft), the Flexrotor from Aerovel is a vertical takeoff and landing autonomous aircraft with a pedigree that predates most commercial UAVs. In this podcast, we speak with Aerovel's CEO, Ali Dian to dive into the dual-use applications and capabilities of the Flexrotor. To learn more about Dr. McGeer check out a recent interview with him here.
2022-07-1122 min
Stories from 400 FeetTask Force Drone Provides Canadian Veterans the Training to Start a Second CareerColonel (ret'd) Michel Latouche, leader of the Veteran Training Program, Task Force Drone, speaks about the challenges veterans face when retiring from the military and how becoming a drone pilot can be a fulfilling second career that leverages their military skills.
2022-07-0709 min
OTCQB PodcastVolatus Aerospace Corp.Volatus Aerospace Corp. (OTCQB: VLTTF) is a leading provider of integrated drone solutions throughout Canada, the United States, and Latin America. CEO Glen Lynch joins us to discuss the different business lines and markets that the company serves. View Podcast Transcript for Volatus Aerospace Corp.
2022-06-2710 min
Stories from 400 FeetStories from Ukraine: Brothers & Sisters in ArmsWe speak with Lieutenant Colonel Melanie Lake about what it has been like witnessing the Russian invasion of Ukraine after serving with Ukrainian soldiers as a commander during Operation UNIFIER from March to October of 2021 and how that experience led her and many others to establish Mriya Aid, a Not-for-Profit designed to provide non-lethal military aid to Ukraine.
2022-06-2413 min
Stories from 400 FeetStories from Ukraine: EvacuationWhat does it take to evacuate a family from Ukraine? What are the dangers involved? We spoke with a gentleman, who in order to keep his family safe has asked to remain anonymous, about what it took to not only get his family out of Ukraine but to provide six weeks of humanitarian aid throughout Ukraine.
2022-06-2204 min
Stories from 400 FeetAn Industry First: Elizabeth Police Department Obtains BVLOS Waiver for Drone as a First Responder Program in Class B Airspace with Paladin's KnighthawkDivy Shrivastava, Founder and CEO of Paladin, joins us again on Stories from 400 Feet to talk about working with the Elizabeth Police Department in New Jersey to obtain one of the first Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) waivers in Class B airspace for a Drone as a First Responder (DFR) Program. To provide some context on what this means: The FAA defines class B airspace as: "Generally, that airspace from the surface to 10,000 feet MSL (mean sea level) surrounding the nation's busiest airports in terms of IFR (instrumental flight rules) operations or passenger enplanements." This is...
2022-06-1624 min
Up & Adam in the MorningFmr F-18 Fighter Pilot and Top Gun Instructor Is Up & Adam to Talk About How Real Top Gun Maverick IsHal 'Bull' Schmitt served in the US Navy and knows all about how real the new Top Gun Maverick film *really* was! Hal is also the owner and winemaker of Volatus Wine (Latin for 'Flight') on Anderson Road off Hwy 46. Adam asks Hal just about every question imaginable to someone who has not only served our country, but had some really unique experiences you literally only see in the movies! He will also be pouring at the Mac & Cheese Fest! Check out the convo!
2022-06-1329 min
Stories from 400 FeetPartnering to Bring Drone Solutions to Latin America: Interview with Bruno Leoni, CEO of EOLOLatin America is an important emerging market for drone applications, but to understand its needs, culture, and regulations across many different countries requires a combination of demonstrated experience and local knowledge. We spoke with Bruno Leoni, CEO of EOLO Drones about his joint venture with Volatus Aerospace and how they will bring sophisticated drone solutions to Latin America.
2022-06-0909 min
Stories from 400 FeetIowa State University's Geology Dept. Uses Drones for the First Time to Study Earthquakes with the Help of Pacific TriangleWhat determines when an earthquake will happen or not? Slow-Slip Events are relatively minor movements that don't cause massive disruption like earthquakes despite having similar elements. Subduction, the process of a plate sliding under another plate, is still a key factor with slow-slip events. With the help of Pacific Triangle, Iowa State University's Geology Department is using drones for the first time to gather data on slow-slip events along the coast of California to learn more about how they happen. This research project will hopefully help us better understand its more violent cousin, the earthquake, so that w...
2022-05-2723 min
Stories from 400 FeetDefining Autonomy, Automation, & BVLOS: An Interview with Andy Lacher, Chief Technologist for Future Airspace Operations – Intelligent Flight Systems, NASA Langley Research CenterAndy Lacher is currently the Chief Technologist for Future Airspace Operations in the Intelligent Flight Systems organization at NASA’s Langley Research Center where he works on the safe operational integration of new aviation technologies. His deep knowledge and experience made him the ideal person to talk to about defining and standardizing autonomy and automation in aviation. In this not-to-be-missed podcast, we talk about his work on ASTM's AC377 Technical Reports (1 through 3), M to N operations, the BVLOS ARC, public acceptance and adoption, and more. Highlights from his extensive career are below:Lacher is...
2022-05-2040 min
Stories from 400 FeetBy Adding a Position Sensor Inside Their High-Performance Propulsion System, IQ Motion Control Offers OEMs Better Position Control and Advanced Health MonitoringBy embedding a position sensor inside their propulsion system, IQ Motion Control is enabling better position control and safety protocols and advanced health monitoring that eliminates the need for a swashplate. We spoke with Co-Founders Jon Broome and Matthew Piccoli to learn more about their technology and what benefits this can provide OEMs looking to build next generation drone platforms.
2022-05-1806 min
Stories from 400 FeetRethinking the Mailbox to Make Way for Drone DeliveryWe spoke with Dan O'Toole about drone delivery infrastructure and how reimagining secure mailboxes is an essential element to scaling autonomous package delivery.
2022-05-1704 min
Stories from 400 FeetIf Your Drone Crashed, Would You Be Covered? Choosing the Right Insurance to Protect Your AssetsIf your drone crashed, would you be covered? This is a question every end user and drone pilot should be asking before starting a mission, because finding out afterward is too late. Crashes can be costly and dangerous, and you want to be protected if the unforeseen happens. But, the answer on whether you are covered or not are not always simple, which is why an Insurance Broker that specializes in aviation can help you sort it out. We spoke with helicopter pilot, UAV insurance specialist and Account Executive at James A. Gardner Co., Joni Sc...
2022-05-1609 min
Stories from 400 FeetTalking About Tethered Drone Applications with Troy Hittle of ElistairWe asked Troy Hittle, Managing Director of North America for Elistair, what can you do with a tethered drone? More than you think. Tethered drone solutions are starting to get more traction as industries look for 24/7 overwatch solutions, but, as Troy points out in this episode, there are more ways to leverage the power of a tethered drone.
2022-05-1609 min
Stories from 400 FeetHow Sky Ladder Conquered the Mission Impossible BridgeYou've inspected one bridge with a drone, you can inspect them all, right? If only that were true! Unfortunately for inspectors, engineers and architects have deployed multiple designs and materials in the building of bridges all over the world. This is the story of one particular bridge in California that needed its O-rings inspected. The only problem? They were inside concrete pillars. Sky Ladder was called in by ConnexiCore to tackle the job. We spoke with Steven Katz, founder of Sky Ladder, about this challenging inspection and how they eventually were able to conquer the mission impossible...
2022-05-1344 min
Stories from 400 FeetInspired Flight Talks About Blue sUAS, Supply Chain Management, and End User MaturityIn this episode, Adam Bilmes, Director of Sales at Inspired Flight, talks about Blue sUAS and their American-made drone, being prepared to handle supply chain disruptions, the growing maturity and savvy of end users, and what this all means for the industry.
2022-05-1207 min
Stories from 400 FeetLaw Tech Connect Program at AUVSI 2022 Brought Attorneys and the Drone Industry Together Like Never BeforeBack in 2019, Dawn Zoldi, Founder and CEO of P3 Tech Consulting LLC, had a vision to bring attorneys and the drone industry together to network and share knowledge. In 2022 at AUVSI XPONENTIAL, she finally got to realize that dream. After attending this groundbreaking event, we spoke with Dawn about the event's highlights, content, and lessons; the inspiring connections and opportunities that came out of that event; and more.
2022-05-1208 min
Stories from 400 FeetAn Italian Drone Inspired by Mother Nature that Can Takeoff and Land from the Water: EuroLink Systems' BelugaWe spoke with Pietro Lapiana, President of EuroLink Systems, about the inspiration and applications of their elegantly engineered Beluga Drone. Built for both defense and commercial applications, the Beluga is capable of taking off and landing from the water and has cut noise pollution in half when compared to comparable drone models, making it a unique system for applications in drone delivery, agriculture, inspections, ISR, and more.
2022-05-1110 min
Stories from 400 FeetBuilding a Safety Culture that Can Move at the Speed of Technological Innovation: Why Communication Is KeyDavid Krause, Co-Founder of Influential Drones, has been working in technology for over 25 years. Influential Drones is a sales, training and aerial service provider. Dave provides consulting and the company is a volunteer Industry Member with the FAA Safety Team (FAAST). He travels the country as a volunteer promoting a drone and aviation safety culture through the FAAST program. We spoke with Krause about his deep industry knowledge both in technology and in aviation safety, how we can work with regulators while continuing to move innovation forward, why communication is such an important element to achieving industry success, and m...
2022-05-1009 min
Stories from 400 FeetWhere Are We With Type Certification and How Will This Enable Life-Saving Medical Deliveries?Chris Corgnati, President of MissionGO, speaks about the current status of Type Certification for uncrewed systems and how this ties into the work they are doing with MediGo delivering life-saving organs and other critical medical supplies.
2022-05-1007 min
Stories from 400 FeetEnabling Commercial Industry to Leverage the Full Potential of Drones: Interview with Steve Coulson, Founder and CCO of COPTRZWe often talk about a "drone industry" but really there are a number of industries that leverage drones to make operations faster, safer, cheaper, and better. But finding the right platforms and sensors, getting the right talent to conduct missions, understanding what drones can do for your business, or scaling up can be a significant challenge. Steve Coulson, Founder, Director, and CCO of COPTRZ, talks about how his company is helping industries leverage the power of drones, the increasing demand for integrated air/ground/maritime solutions, and more.
2022-05-0909 min
Stories from 400 FeetThe Current and Future Risks of GPS Jamming for Drone Technology and How to Prevent an AttackOmer Sharar, CEO of InfiniDome, has been working with Honeywell for the past several years on building solutions that address some of the biggest threats to drone security and safety - loss of GPS signal due to jamming or other interferences. We spoke with Sharar to learn how his technology works, how this is impacting current events in places like Ukraine and Israel, and why it is a critical component to have for all drone OEMs, regardless of use case.
2022-05-0909 min
Stories from 400 FeetMaking Drone Flights Safer: Tracking Single-Point Failures Through a Systems of Systems ApproachDrones are considerably smaller than most crewed aircraft. This means that in order to fly, they can't be weighed down by multiple redundant components, making it more likely to have single-point failures - a component/system that, should it fail, would render the system inoperable. We all know that safety is paramount for advanced regulations and today's commercial operations. So, what is being done to address the risk of single-point failures? Tony Pucciarella, Founder and CEO of AlarisPro, speaks with us about this challenge and how AlarisPro is leveraging a systems of systems approach to track component parts and i...
2022-05-0904 min
Stories from 400 FeetBuilding and Funding a Scalable Drone Infrastructure: Interview with Michael Healander, CEO of Airspace LinkIn our second episode from AUVSI, we spoke with Michael Healander, CEO of Airspace Link, about what it takes to build a safe, sustainable, and scalable drone infrastructure that can enable advanced operations, the need for outside funding and support, and more.
2022-05-0604 min
Stories from 400 FeetBuilding a Tool to Save Lives: Founder Divy Shrivastava Talks About How Paladin Got into Developing Autonomous Drone as a First Responder SolutionsWhen a childhood friend's house burned down in his tight knit Indian immigrant community, Divy Shrivastava began asking questions. What did fire fighters and other first responders need to ensure better outcomes in emergencies? He kept hearing the same things: first responders needed more information before arriving on scene. From here, he built Paladin, a drone as a first responder system that can be deployed the second a 911 call is placed. For our third podcast in the AUVSI series, we spoke with Divy to learn more .
2022-05-0608 min
Stories from 400 FeetAn Interview with Brian Wynne, President and CEO of AUVSI at XPONENTIAL 2022Kickstarting our 17-part series of short podcasts taken from the show floor at XPONENTIAL 2022 in Orlando Florida is none other than President and CEO of AUVSI, Brian Wynne. It was an honor to talk with him about his vision for the future of uncrewed systems (ground, sea, and air), his insights from being on the FAA BVLOS Advisory and Rulemaking Committee (ARC), and more.
2022-05-0507 min
Stories from 400 FeetThe Ethics of Capitalism in a Time of War: Our Responsibility in UkraineGlen Lynch, CEO of Volatus, explores the ethics and moral obligations we face when supporting the defense of Ukraine with guests Ret. Maj. Gen. Glynne Hines, Ret. Lt. Col. Leon Jensen, and Mriya Aid's Lubomyr Chabursky.The call to provide humanitarian aid and support to those in need can be a complex decision for businesses. When there is a crisis, like what is happening in Ukraine, businesses may want to help but it isn't as simple as that. No one wants to be seen as profiting from a tragedy yet they also have an obligation to their s...
2022-05-0359 min
Stories from 400 FeetOn the Way to the DRONERESPONDERS Forum: Talking About Emergency ResponseAs DRONERESPONDERS is poised to kickstart its next set of educational forums with AUVSI XPONENTIAL in Orlando Florida on April 25th to 28th, we sat down with Christopher Todd, Executive Director of AIRT (Airborne International Response Team and home to DRONERESPONDERS) to talk about the challenges, trends, and future of drones in Emergency Response, as well as what topics will be discussed over the course of this year's programming, including blue sUAS, hazmat applications, integrating ground and air robotics, drones as a first responder, and more.
2022-04-2129 min
Charles Wolf MusicDraconis Volatus OST - Volans (Flight)Epic orchestral fantasy RPG music. The Dragon take flight in this music track for the Draconis Volatus OST. Charles Wolf Music © 2022. All Rights Reserved.
2022-04-1901 minCharles Wolf MusicDraconis Volatus OST - Main Title ThemeMain Title Theme for Draconis Volatus OST. Epic orchestral fantasy RPG style! Charles Wolf Music © 2022. All Rights Reserved.
2022-04-1901 min
Stories from 400 FeetWhy Ukraine Needs Drones and What Everyone Can Do to SupportIn the first installation of our special special podcast series on Ukraine, we speak with Retired U.S. Air Force Major General, James Poss, CEO of ISR ideas and Founder and Former Executive Director of Assure, Lubomyr Chabursky from Mriya Aid, Dean Attridge, VP Solutions Engineering at Volatus Aerospace, and Glen Lynch, CEO of Volatus Aerospace about how drones are supporting military efforts in Ukraine, specifically drones used for intelligence, surveillance, target acquisition, reconnaissance, and resupply, and what everyone in the drone industry and beyond can do to support.
2022-04-1953 min
Stories from 400 FeetInspecting a Million Square Foot façade in Less than 5 Days with DronesBuilding façade inspections are time consuming and dangerous jobs often requiring dangling an inspector off the side of a building or constructing scaffolding. The process can take months if not longer for your usual building project. So, what do you do when you are working against the clock and have a million square feet of building façade and 8 acres of roof top to inspect in just 5 days in Seattle? You hire a drone team. In this episode, Kirk Floyd, Owner of Kdrone Services, talks about how his team of dro...
2022-03-2826 min
Stories from 400 FeetWhat Is Law Tech Connect?Getting the permission to take off is often one of the first challenges you'll encounter when conducting a drone operation. You may run up against regulations, state and local laws, or unexpected temporary flight restrictions (TFRs). What the industry doesn't realize is how often those rules, regulations, and laws are being built by people who don't understand what drones can do and what pilots need to do. The Law-Tech Connect Workshop, being held on April 25th at AUVSI 2022 in Orlando, Florida, is a much needed platform to bring attorneys and industry stakeholders to the table to educate, ne...
2022-03-0725 min
Stories from 400 FeetDrone Services: The Next Workforce MultiplierIn our first episode of Stories from 400 Feet, we talk with Frank Segarra, CEO and Founder of ConnexiCore a Volatus Aerospace Company, about the capacity drones have to be a workforce multiplier. A foundational episode that will support everything that is to come, Frank talks us through the many ways drones are bringing value to society and why.
2022-02-2850 min
Stories from 400 FeetIntroduction to Stories from 400 FeetWe need to share more real-life drone stories. This podcast is designed to highlight everything that is going on in the drone industry. Listen to our introductory podcast to learn more.
2022-02-2801 min
UAV News Talk – Drone News, eVTOLs, UAS Policy & Air MobilityCargo DroneThe design for a large autonomous cargo drone, important noise research, Ford’s idea for a vehicle inspection drone, a high-speed VTOL concept challenge, identifying human trash on the beach, UAS in unsegregated airspace, Western parts in a Russian drone, the longest BVLOS waiver issued by the FAA so far, and an intelligent drone controller that “looks ahead.”UAV NewsDrones as Big as 747s Will Fly Cargo Around the World With Low Emissions, Startup SaysNatilus has designed a blended wing cargo drone that the company says allows it to carry 60 percent more ca...
2022-02-1833 minDrone Insights & TechnologyThe Value of Storytelling in the Drone IndustryDanielle Gagne talks about her new role as Chief Storyteller at Volatus Aerospace. She will be focusing on distilling drone industry developments and technical information into content that is understandable and usable by all.Danielle leverages her experience working at Commercial UAV News to connect with key players in the drone industry, determine where value is being created, and identify trends for the future.
2022-02-1034 min
Transition Drill4: Navy Veteran TOPGUN Pilot to Owner Winemaker Volatus Wine. Hal SchmittIn this episode I sat down to talk with Hal “Bull” Schmitt Hal Schmitt is a Navy veteran, and the owner and winemaker at Volatus winery in Paso Robles California. Hal was commissioned as a naval aviator in 1995. He deployed in support of Operation Southern Watch and deployed again in support of Operation Iraqi Freedom. In 1999 Hal was selected to attend Strike Force Tactics Instructor training at the former Navy Fighter Weapons school, more commonly known as TOPGUN. After graduation, he remained on staff as an instructor. In 2004, Hal returned to TOPGUN for a second Inst...
2021-09-131h 07
NyxRising's Life of the Party DNDClosed Doors | Winds of Fortune Ep 4 | Life of the Party D&DAs Damen ventures to the Sleeping Keep, Ventus Fortunae find themselves caught in the heart of a mystery at Arx Volatus. RUNTIME: 2 hours 52
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NyxRising's Life of the Party DNDOf Monsters & Men | Winds of Fortune Ep 3 | Life of the Party D&DA deal from the past catches up with the party as Avra shows up in Arx Volatus, wanting to collect. RUNTIME: 2 Hours 31 Minutes 'Life of the Party: Winds of Fortune' is a D&D 5e actual play show, intended for audiences aged 15 & over. Some heavy themes, mild use of language, depictions of alcohol consumption, mild horror and fantasy violence. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoQYYtvxswwXQHJaIJSZqVQ/join Check out the 'join' button under the channel to get early access to videos, custom chat emojis, a private news feed and private livestreams, and...
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NyxRising's Life of the Party DNDThe Show Must Go On | Winds of Fortune Ep 2 | Life of the Party D&DVentus Fortunae face strange shadows in Arx Volatus and carry out a mercenary contract with a very unexpected twist. RUNTIME: 2 hours 16 'Life of the Party: Winds of Fortune' is a D&D 5e actual play show, intended for audiences aged 15 & over. Some heavy themes, mild use of language, depictions of alcohol consumption, mild horror and fantasy violence. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoQYYtvxswwXQHJaIJSZqVQ/join Check out the 'join' button under the channel to get early access to videos, custom chat emojis, a private news feed and private livestreams, and more! GET...
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NyxRising's Life of the Party DNDDestiny Calling | Winds of Fortune Ep 1 | Life of the Party D&DIn the wake of Councillor Adamos' death, Ventus Fortunae flee Erran with Damianos and the Brotherhood of the Griffon to the mercenary stronghold of Arx Volatus. RUNTIME: 2 hours 17 'Life of the Party: Winds of Fortune' is a D&D 5e actual play show, intended for audiences aged 15 & over. Some heavy themes, mild use of language, depictions of alcohol consumption, mild horror and fantasy violence. Join this channel to get access to perks: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCoQYYtvxswwXQHJaIJSZqVQ/join Check out the 'join' button under the channel to get early access to videos, custom chat emojis, a private news...
2021-01-202h 17Wine Unicorn: Magical Wine ReviewsEpisode 53: Christmas 2020This is our very merry super awesome joyful Christmas episode, but the 2020 version. Carrie and I are back together to celebrate these wonderful 2020 versions of the holidays and Larry and Tom join the fun. We review three wines and no food. Food has no place in our final 2020 episode because we are drinking the rest of 2020 away. The wines reviewed are: Spanish Castle Queen, an Albariño by Bushong Vintage Company, Bolter Rosé by Volatus Wine, and Deep State by Cloak & Dagger. Happy Holidays & Cheer up! 2020 is almost over!!!
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The Fighter Pilot PodcastFPP036 - 4th vs 5th Gen FightersJust as humans are broadly generalized as Baby Boomers or Millennials, etc., so too are fighter aircraft lumped into categories—only it has less to do when they are born (or what we would call, IOC) and more to do with various capabilities such as speed, maneuverability, avionics, and weaponry. And what’s more—with upgrades, some aircraft change generations. On this episode, US Air Force Major John “Skosh” Searcy joins Sunshine on his first solo interview to explain the different fighter categories, from the earliest and least capable 1st generation (or, simply, ‘Gen’) to the modern, highly capable...
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The Fighter Pilot PodcastFPP036 - 4th vs 5th Gen FightersJust as humans are broadly generalized as Baby Boomers or Millennials, etc., so too are fighter aircraft lumped into categories—only it has less to do when they are born (or what we would call, IOC) and more to do with various capabilities such as speed, maneuverability, avionics, and weaponry. And what’s more—with upgrades, some aircraft change generations. On this episode, US Air Force Major John “Skosh” Searcy joins Sunshine on his first solo interview to explain the different fighter categories, from the earliest and least capable 1st generation (or, simply, ‘Gen’) to the modern, highly capable...
2019-01-121h 03