Post-Disaster Damage Assessment by Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Projects
The Pacific Northwest Economic Region (PNWER) and its Center for Regional Disaster Resilience (CRDR) have been awarded 2017 and 2019 National Infrastructure Protection Plan (NIPP) Security and Resilience Challenge grants for critical infrastructure.
Upcoming EventsThere are currently no scheduled events for the UAS/UAV Program. Please check back soon for upcoming events, or visit our Events page for more information.
Past EventsEconomic Leadership Forum
When: November 17 - 19th, 2019 Where: Grand Hyatt Hotel Seattle, WA Register HERE More Information HERE Join the Pacific NorthWest Economic Region (PNWER) and its Center for Regional Disaster Resilience (CRDR) for the annual Economic Leadership Forum. This Forum provides an opportunity for regional policymakers to meet and discuss critical topics of the day. On Tuesday, November 19, there will be a special session on UAS policy. Oregon Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) & Situational Awareness Workshop
When: Wednesday, September 4th, 2019 Where: Oregon Dept. of Public Safety Standards & Training See Latest Agenda HERE Join the Pacific NorthWest Economic Region (PNWER) and its Center for Regional Disaster Resilience (CRDR) for a workshop on Oregon's critical infrastructure. The goal is to improve Situational Awareness of the status of Critical Infrastructure, build trusted relationships, spread awareness of our UAS Users Group, and increase inventory survey participation. UAS Unmanned Autonomous Systems: Public & Private Sector Use, Networking, & Future Needs Workshop
When: August 28, 2019 | 8:00 am - 1:00 pm Where: Delta Hotels Helena Colonial | Helena, MT Agenda: Click HERE The Center for Regional Disaster Resilience (CRDR), and the Montana Division of Disaster and Emergency Services are holding a statewide event to gather UAS user stakeholders from emergency management, precision agriculture, transportation infrastructure, forest management, and other public and private sectors. Partner Event: Unmanned Aircraft Systems in Disaster Management
When: June 6, 2019 | 8:00am-5:00pm Where: Snohomomish County DEM | Everett, WA Registration HERE Learn about UAS use in disaster management, from mitigation and preparedness to response and recovery. Gain a basic understanding of UAS; learn the general concepts to build a successful UAS program; understand the FAA regulations of UAS and application process; learn the importance of engaging the local community; understand the need to ensure that privacy issues, civil rights, and civil liberties are thoroughly addressed; identify when UAS would enhance a disaster mission; and understand the basics of UAS types and sensors. Gain a basic overview of UAS and learn the first steps in determining if UAS is right for you. Idaho Unmanned Aircraft Systems Situational Awareness Workshop
When: June 5, 2019 | 8:00am-5:00pm Where: The Riverside Hotel | Boise, Idaho Registration HERE View Agenda HERE Critical Infrastructure Reentry and Situational Awareness
Project (CIRSAP) - Washington State When: May 7, 2019 Where: Tukwila, WA Registration HERE More information HERE Project Wrap-up: Critical Infrastructure Inspection Project
Using Drone to Detect Damage to Bridges Workshop When: December 13, 2018 Where: Puget Sound Area More information HERE Report HERE Establishing a Professional Micro-Aviation (Drone) Program
When: October, 23, 2018 at 11:00am Pacific Time Where: Webinar More Information HERE Webinar Recording HERE Exploring Government and Private Sector Applications of UAS/Drones in Washington
When: June 28, 2018 Where: Lakewood, Washington More Information HERE Report HERE 2018 Pacific Northwest Disaster Resilience Symposium
When: July 23, 2018 Where: Spokane, Washington More Information HERE Agenda, presentations, photos, and speaker bios HERE |
