In this episode, we hosted Jeffrey Starr, CMO of D-Fend Solutions. We discussed threats, malicious actors, traditional responses, and the D-Fend EnforceAir Anti-drone solution.
In this episode, we hosted Kim James, director at Aerial Works. We discussed using drones for security works, BVLOS regulations in South Africa, and women in drones.
Security Drones In South Africa
In this episode, we hosted Sam Twala, Founder & Managing Director at Ntsu Aviation Solutions. We discussed his background as an aviation regulator, the founding of Ntsu Aviation Solutions, and the emerging South African drone market.
South Africa's Emerging Drone Market
In this episode, we hosted Royan Johnston, CEO of Applied Aeronautics. We discussed their work as an R&D testbed, the FAA Assure A54 Program, and leveraging multiple technologies to set up a system of systems that enables BVLOS drone operations.
The Assure A54 Program
In this episode, we hosted Julie Garland, CEO and founder of Avtrain. We discussed their work with drone partners in Ireland and the difference between EASA and FAA approaches to BVLOS flights.
Ireland's Top Drone Certifications Organization
In this episode, we hosted Leonid Plekhanov, CEO and founder of Global Energy Transmission. We discussed wireless drone charging, its physics, and the vision of droners remaining in the air for weeks at a time.
Charging Drones Mid-Flight
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