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University of Montana Autonomous Aerial Systems Office Celebrates Launch with Drone Fly-In on the Oval

February 25, 2016 /

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A new office at the University of Montana offers resources for researchers, entrepreneurs and hobbyists interested in using unmanned aerial systems, also known as drones.

The Autonomous Aerial Systems Office http://www.umt.edu/aaso/ will celebrate its launch with a public fly-in on UM’s Oval from 1 to 4 p.m. Thursday, March 3. Members of the public and the UM community are invited to bring their own UASs to practice flying under a closed safety net. AASO’s small drones also will be available for the public to fly, and staff members will provide safety and flying instruction.

Full Story: http://news.umt.edu/2016/02/022416dron.php