What Happened
North Dakota Reflects On Two Decades Of Unmanned Aviation Advancements
The 20th UAS Summit & Expo, held in Grand Forks, North Dakota, celebrated two decades of growth in the unmanned aerial systems (UAS) industry. The event brought together researchers, industry representatives, military leaders, and government officials to discuss the challenges and opportunities facing the industry. The summit highlighted the state’s investments in UAS research and development, including the establishment of the Northern Plains UAS Test Site and the development of a statewide network for beyond-visual-line-of-sight operations. New partnerships and initiatives were also announced during the summit, including Project ATLAS and a clearinghouse for counter-drone technology efforts. The event was reported by UND Today.