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Beyond Borders: A Pan-European Approach to Drone Testing and Airworthiness Compliance
On-demand Webinar | Free
Join us for a webinar for commercial drone operators, manufacturers, and regulatory professionals navigating the complex challenge of proving airworthiness in an increasingly demanding European regulatory environment. In this panel discussion, representatives from test centers in different parts of Europe explore how a coordinated, multinational approach to environmental and performance testing could become a recognized means of compliance, and what that means for operators trying to get their aircraft certified and into the air.
From wind tunnel testing and icing simulations to GNSS-denied environments and proximity-to-structure scenarios, speakers examine how pooling data across test sites in different regulatory zones can help build the evidentiary foundation that authorities need to approve complex operations. The discussion also explores the contrast between the relatively centralized regulatory framework in the U.S. and the more fragmented landscape operators face across European member states.
Whether you're an operator preparing for certification, a manufacturer refining your platform for real-world conditions, or a regulatory professional working to define means of compliance, this webinar offers practical perspectives on where the industry is headed and how to position yourself for what's coming.
Attendees will leave the webinar with:
- Insight into the current gaps between national regulatory frameworks across Europe and strategies for navigating them
- Practical knowledge of what environmental and performance testing is required — or likely to be required — for airworthiness certification
- Guidance on how operators and manufacturers can leverage test center partnerships to accelerate certification timelines
Speakers
Tiziano Fiorucci, Head of Testing and Reliability, WindShape
Dr. Tiziano Fiorucci is Head of Testing and Reliability at WindShape, specializing in the qualification and reliability assessment of systems in demanding environments. He obtained his PhD in microelectronics from the University of Grenoble and conducted his thesis on reliability of microelectronic systems at CERN in partnership with STMicroelectronics. At WindShape, Tiziano designs and oversees laboratory test procedures that evaluate drone performance and robustness under controlled but highly challenging wind and weather conditions.
Jordi Salvador, CEO, BCN Drone Centre
Jordi Salvador has dedicated his entire professional career to the UAS industry. During the final years of his MSc in Aerospace Engineering, he worked on university R&D projects, designing new multirotor prototypes and a solar-powered fixed-wing aircraft. He later joined a PhD programme focused on developing advanced AI and Computer Vision algorithms for UAS, building strong expertise across the two core pillars of UAS technology: Aeronautics and Robotics.
In 2010 he joined CATUAV as a UAS engineer. He is part of the founding team of the BCN Drone Center, participating in the design and implementation of the Test Site facilities. He has participated in multiple projects, covering most of the UAS value chain and applications.
As CEO of BCN Drone Center, he focuses on delivering a comprehensive range of services to support the successful market deployment of UAS projects. His service portfolio spans R&D, testing, evaluation, and certification. With over 15 years of experience in the UAS sector, he helps stakeholders across the industry bring new applications and technologies to market effectively and efficiently.
Moderator
Erin Williams, Content Specialist, Commercial UAV News
Erin Williams is the Content Specialist for Commercial UAV News and Expo. Prior to joining Diversified Communications, Erin contributed to news sources for a major outdoor retail company. Erin graduated from the University of Maine with a Bachelor of Arts in Communications. In her spare time, she enjoys hiking, horseback riding, and reading. She is a Maine native and currently resides in Portland, Maine.
