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Here's some insight into the controversy around Chinese-made drones:
Hello Smart Firefighting Community!
Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!
Welcome back to this 20-episode Texas Robotics Summit Mini Series! This 4 day event (March 4-7, 2024) was hosted at the Reveille Peak Ranch and by our friends at Granite Defense, and showcased the use of robotics (air/water/ground) in public safety via keynote presentations, training scenario stations, roundtable conversations, and more.
In this episode:
Standardization and integrity in the drone industry
Addressing controversies and setting training standards
The roadmap for excellence in drone operations
Find out from Jon McBride - owner of UAS TechTalks and drone guru.
Jon talks about the importance of standardization, certification, and training in the drone industry. He highlights the need for consistent training standards and levels of proficiency to ensure safe and effective drone operations.
Jon also addresses the controversy surrounding Chinese-made drones and emphasizes the importance of integrity and excellence in the industry. He shares his roadmap for the future, including his work with Autel and the Droning Company.
So click play now to hear what he has to share! And stay tuned for the next Mini Series episode!
Head to www.smartfirefighting.com to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!
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Hello Smart Firefighting Community!
Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!
Welcome back to this 20-episode Texas Robotics Summit Mini Series! This 4 day event (March 4-7, 2024) was hosted at the Reveille Peak Ranch and by our friends at Granite Defense, and showcased the use of robotics (air/water/ground) in public safety via keynote presentations, training scenario stations, roundtable conversations, and more.
In this episode:
Standardization and integrity in the drone industry
Addressing controversies and setting training standards
The roadmap for excellence in drone operations
Find out from Jon McBride - owner of UAS TechTalks and drone guru.
Jon talks about the importance of standardization, certification, and training in the drone industry. He highlights the need for consistent training standards and levels of proficiency to ensure safe and effective drone operations.
Jon also addresses the controversy surrounding Chinese-made drones and emphasizes the importance of integrity and excellence in the industry. He shares his roadmap for the future, including his work with Autel and the Droning Company.
So click play now to hear what he has to share! And stay tuned for the next Mini Series episode!
Head to www.smartfirefighting.com to discover how SFF accelerates innovation for emergency responders, to find out when our next event is, or review our curated resources!
Facebook | Instagram | Twitter | LinkedIn
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