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From Cities to Stadiums: Managing Public Safety UAS at Major Events
On-demand Webinar | Free
Public safety agencies around the world are increasingly relying on UAS to support security, situational awareness, and emergency response at large-scale events. From the Super Bowl and World Cup to the Olympics, these programs are set to be tested over the next couple of years across the U.S. in complex, high-visibility environments where operational reliability, regulatory compliance, and public trust all matter. This panel webinar brings together industry experts to discuss how public safety UAS programs are evolving to meet these demands.
The conversation explores how emerging capabilities such as AI-enabled analytics and expanded BVLOS operations are changing what’s possible, while also examining the regulatory landscape shaping deployment decisions, including rules around BVLOS approvals and foreign-manufactured drones. Panelists also address public perception and transparency, and how agencies are communicating the value and safeguards of UAS programs to the communities they serve.
Attendees will take away:
Speakers
Tom Adams, Director of Public Safety, Droneshield
Tom retired from the FBI after 20 years of service in 2022. He spent most of his career as a Special Agent Bomb Technician supporting counter-terrorism efforts in the U.S. and around the world.
Since leaving the FBI, he built a Counter-UAS resource website and served as the Co-Chair of the Operating Requirements Working Group for the FAA UAS Detection and Mitigation Aviation Rulemaking Committee which published its final report earlier this year. Tom is now the Director of Public Safety for DroneShield, a provider of multi-mission counter-UXS solutions.
Michelle Duquette, Founder & CEO, 3 MAD Air
Michelle Duquette is a seasoned Aviation Executive Strategist with extensive experience bridging engineering and operations within the aviation ecosystem. With a robust background in the airline industry and over 20 years of strategic advisory roles for the federal government, Michelle brings a broad and operationally deep perspective to her work.
As the Founder of 3 MAD Air, Michelle leverages her expertise to consult on UAS and Advanced Air Mobility operations, civil-military integration, and public-private partnerships. She focuses on transforming complex challenges into actionable solutions through collaboration, risk mitigation, issue facilitation, and developing compelling narratives. Michelle excels at operationalizing missions to achieve results, driving regulatory strategy, operational excellence, and innovative solutions.
Jason Day, Deputy Director of Training, DRONERESPONDERS
Jason Day is the UAS Program Manager for the Texas Department of Public Safety and Deputy Director of Training for DRONERESPONDERS, bringing over 30 years of experience across military, civilian, and public safety aviation. As a nationally recognized subject matter expert in UAS operations, compliance, training, and counter-UAS strategy, Jason leads the largest public safety drone program in the U.S. His work shapes policy, elevates standards, and empowers agencies nationwide to operate safely, transparently, and effectively in the evolving airspace.
Moderator
Matt Collins, Content Manager, Commercial UAV Portfolio
Matt Collins is a Content Manager at Commercial UAV Portfolio. Prior to joining Diversified Communications, Matt covered the world of baseball and other sports for over a decade. When not writing he enjoys learning about new developments in the world of technology, spending time outdoors, and reading.
