Drone Radio Show

Using Drones to Support Regional Economic Development: Kraettli Epperson


Listen Later

Kraettli Epperso6 is CEO of Vigilant Aerospace Systems, a leading developer of multi-sensor detect-and-avoid and airspace management software for uncrewed aircraft systems, enabling safe and scalable beyond-visual-line-of-sight operations. Their flagship product, FlightHorizon™, is built on two NASA patents and integrates data from multiple sources to provide real-time air traffic awareness and automatic avoidance maneuvers, preventing collisions and ensuring seamless UAS integration into national airspace.

In 2023, Vigilant Aerospace was awarded a contract by the U.S. Air Force to develop a detect-and-avoid system for their long-endurance UAS, reinforcing their position as a key player in aerospace innovation. The company was also recognized as the Aerospace Innovator of the Year by 405 Business Magazine, highlighting its contributions to advancing safety and efficiency in autonomous systems. In addition to FlightHorizon™, Vigilant Aerospace provides integration and consulting services, working with partners like DronePort Network to support regional airspace management and economic development initiatives.

Kraettli brings extensive expertise in uncrewed aircraft technology and airspace management. As CEO of Vigilant Aerospace, he oversees the company's contracts with NASA, the FAA, and the U.S. Air Force, and has participated in over 45 uncrewed aircraft flight tests. A recognized industry leader, he serves on the FAA’s BVLOS Aviation Rulemaking Committee, is a member of the ASTM F38 Committee on UAS technical standards, and has co-authored multiple AIAA papers on autonomy and collision avoidance systems. He is also the co-inventor of four technology patents, shaping the future of autonomous aviation.

In this episode of the drone radio show, Kraettli talks about Vigilant Aerospace, it’s detect-and-avoid system and how organizations are using drones to advance economic development.

...more
View all episodesView all episodes
Download on the App Store

Drone Radio ShowBy Randy Goers

  • 4.4
  • 4.4
  • 4.4
  • 4.4
  • 4.4

4.4

56 ratings


More shows like Drone Radio Show

View all
Radiolab by WNYC Studios

Radiolab

43,909 Listeners

The Moth by The Moth

The Moth

27,275 Listeners

The Joe Rogan Experience by Joe Rogan

The Joe Rogan Experience

225,807 Listeners

The MeatEater Podcast by MeatEater

The MeatEater Podcast

37,879 Listeners

VINCE by Cumulus Podcast Network | VINCE

VINCE

63,387 Listeners

Ask Drone U by Drone U

Ask Drone U

418 Listeners

The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast by Dr. Jordan B. Peterson

The Jordan B. Peterson Podcast

34,045 Listeners

The Jordan Harbinger Show by Jordan Harbinger

The Jordan Harbinger Show

12,025 Listeners

The Charlie Kirk Show by Charlie Kirk

The Charlie Kirk Show

49,268 Listeners

Drone to 1K Podcast by Drone Launch Academy by Drone Launch Academy

Drone to 1K Podcast by Drone Launch Academy

303 Listeners

Drone News Update by Pilot Institute

Drone News Update

15 Listeners

Uncrewed Views by Commercial UAV News

Uncrewed Views

8 Listeners

On The Market by BiggerPockets

On The Market

895 Listeners

Your Drone Questions. Answered. by Drone Launch Academy

Your Drone Questions. Answered.

9 Listeners

Drones And Construction by Aerial Decisions

Drones And Construction

0 Listeners