Webinar: Enabling Remote Drone Operations in NZ – Live Demos and Real-World Applications

Event Date & Time: Thursday, December 5th, 2024 | 2:00pm NZT – Online

Explore the reality of remote drone operations in New Zealand through this collaborative webinar with Ferntech, Orion, and Hover UAV. This session will demonstrate how remote drone operations, once imagined as futuristic, are now fully integrated into industry workflows while operating within the bounds of New Zealand’s Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) regulations.

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Webinar Highlight: Live Drone Flight in Action – A unique aspect of this webinar will be a live-streamed flight demonstration directly from Orion’s substation. See how autonomous drone operations are actively supporting infrastructure management, providing real-time insights and tangible value under current regulations.

Peter Allen from Orion will present a compelling case study on their automated drone system, already in operation at one of their substations. As a provider of critical infrastructure, Orion builds and maintains a safe, reliable, and resilient electricity network across central Waitaha Canterbury, and drone operations are playing an essential role in their mission.

As a key supplier of drone solutions in New Zealand, Ferntech supports industries and operators by ensuring access to the right technology and expertise needed for compliant operations. During this webinar, we will highlight how drone systems are empowering businesses to enhance efficiency and safety across sectors.

Hover UAV will provide expert guidance on navigating the regulatory landscape, sharing practical strategies for securing operational approvals for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) and autonomous operations. Learn how to align your operations with compliance requirements and unlock the potential of drone technology in real-world scenarios.

Webinar Highlights:

- Remote live drone flight streamed directly from Orion’s substation

- Orion’s real-world case study featuring automated drone operations

- Collaborative insights on practical drone applications from Ferntech

- Regulatory insights from Hover UAV on gaining CAA approvals

This webinar is essential for drone operators, industry professionals, and infrastructure managers looking to leverage advanced drone technology within a compliant framework. Don’t miss this opportunity to learn how cutting-edge operations are already shaping the future of business and industry in New Zealand.