Beyond the Pilot
Beyond the Pilot
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Beyond the Pilot explores the cutting-edge world of drone technology and uncrewed aircraft systems, going deeper than basic flight operations to uncover the innovations, regulations, and real-world applications transforming industries. Join us as we interview industry leaders, researchers, and pioneers who are pushing the boundaries of what's possible in the skies—from advanced air mobility and autonomous systems to the integration challenges shaping the future of aviation. Whether you're an industry professional or simply curious about the drone revolution, this podcast takes you beyond the basics to discover what's next in uncrewed aviation.
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The podcast explores a range of topics including advanced air mobility, regulatory changes, and the integration of autonomous systems in aviation, with episodes like 'Presidential Orders, Regulation Changes, and NUAIR's LOA' examining the implications of new legislation on the UAS industry and discussions on the latest innovations transforming various sectors.

Beyond the Pilot explores the cutting-edge world of drone technology and uncrewed aircraft systems, going deeper than basic flight operations to uncover the innovations, regulations, and real-world applications transforming industries. Join us as we interview industry leaders, researchers, and pioneers who are pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the skies—from advanced air mobility and autonomous systems to the integration challenges shaping the future of aviation. Whether you’re an industry professional or simply curious about the drone revolution, this podcast takes you beyond the basics to discover what’s next in uncrewed aviation.
As the FIFA 2026 World Cup fast approaches, is our public safety community truly ready for the drone threat? In this episode, Megan Crout sits down with Charles Werner — founder of DRONERESPONDERS and one of the country’s leading voices on public safety UAS — to unpack the critical gaps in counter-UAS preparedness. From the absence of a national strategy to the challenge of procuring technology, and more, Werner doesn’t sugarcoat the stakes, but leaves us with a clear-eyed roadmap for what comes next.

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