UAS operations Technician Education Program

"On 11/18, a federal complaint was filed in the Central Federal District Court of California charging Andrew Hernandez with unsafe operation of an unmanned aircraft. Basically, he crashed his drone into a police helicopter. I think you will enjoy reading the facts of the case..." https://jrupprechtlaw.com/feds-prosecute-drone-pilot-for-m/

Join us for this no-cost virtual mini-conference that will feature lightning talks by Palomar College and Southwestern College faculty members followed by a live Q&A session. Sign-up today at https://survey123.arcgis.com//ead5d60560994127838038a51d15 The second National Drone Safety Awareness Week will be in November 16-22, 2020 and will be completely virtual. We invite everyone to participate and Drone@Home!

The Atlanta Falcons will use 'disinfecting drones' to sanitize the team's stadium when it welcomes back fans this month. https://www.cnn.com//drone-stadium-sanitize-spt/index.html

Drones and Artificial Intelligence keeping surfers and our beaches safe.

Our Drone Program is getting some press!!!!!

We strive to keep the momentum moving forward... once again at the forefront. Our Drone Technology professors at Palomar College are excited and blessed to participate in the FAA's Collegiate Training Initiative!!!

Spreading the knowledge...

Interested in learn more about Drones? Find educational institutions that currently offer certificate and degree programs in UAS and area(s) of focus. #drone #dronepilot #dronecareers

Nice use of drone technology for fire prevention and fighting. Sign up for GCIP 168 Digital Imaging with Drones I this fall to get a head start in utilizing this technology. Palomar Graphic Communications Palomar College Fire Academy https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=0itv1zJs1nU&feature=youtu.be

Talented drone pilots navigate through Mercedes-Benz Museum. #drones #fpv

This drone light show was flown as a tribute to medical staff and essential workers on the frontline of the COVID-19 pandemic on April 28th at the University of Pennsylvania by Verge Aero.

Just in case you missed the UASTEP video in the 2020 STEM For All Showcase, you can check it out below. Give us a thumbs up if you enjoyed it! Find out more about our program at http://uastep.org/

Visit #STEMvideohall May 5-12 to view, discuss, and vote for our short video on how Palomar College's drone program is promoting interest in drone applications and careers! https://videohall.com/p/1747 The showcase features 3-minute videos revealing the under-reported, positive side of #STEM learning & teaching in the USA.

View our side by side comparison of RGB camera and IR camera on the Mavic 2 Enterprise Dual Drone. The red circle highlights the thermal heat from a person. Learn more at Palomar College! http://uastep.org/

Two new drones on the horizon for hobbyists and professionals alike to look forward to: the Autel Evo II and the DJI Mavic Air 2

One police team set out on foot to find her, another officer sent the department’s drone to survey the area. The police department doesn’t specify what mode of drone it was using. But the drone was equipped with both a visible light and an infrared camera. The latter allowed police to spot the hiker within 15 minutes of flying.