NAGS HEAD – The N.C. Department of
Transportation’s Division of Aviation is hosting a free drone workshop for commercial and government operators in Nags
Head on Thursday, April 19, at the Comfort Inn South Oceanfront (Neptune Room),
milepost 16.5 on the Beach Road (8031 Old Oregon Inlet Rd).
Over the last year, more than 650 attendees at five of these
workshops learned about Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS, or drone) flight
operations, data management and dozens of various applications for government
and commercial users. Presenters also provided updates on the latest changes in
federal and state drone regulations and gave live flight demonstrations.
State and local government drone operators, as well as local
commercial operators, are invited to attend, network, and learn more about how
emerging UAS technology can benefit their operations.
“Drone technology is quickly advancing and so are the
possibilities for a business or government organization interested in using
one,” said Basil Yap, UAS Program Manager for NCDOT’s Division of Aviation.
“The folks in attendance can expect to come away with a realistic understanding
of the possible applications for drone technology and what it takes to
effectively implement drones into their operations.”
Seating is limited, so prospective attendees should register early. Registration will close at 7 p.m. on Tuesday,
April 17.
Contact: James Pearce
jpearce2@ncdot.gov
(919) 812-1685