Episode 220: FAA & First Responders: A Flying Alliance with Michael O’Shea

How has the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) evolved, and what's their focus now?

Hello Smart Firefighting Community!

Welcome to another episode of covering real world innovations via interviews with fire service and technology industry experts that empower YOU to develop your very own Smart Firefighting strategy!

Welcome back to this 20-episode ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Texas Robotics Summit⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ Mini Series! This 4 day event (March 4-7, 2024) was hosted at the ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Reveille Peak Ranch⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠ and by our friends at ⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠Granite Defense⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠⁠, and showcased the use of robotics (air/water/ground) in public safety via keynote presentations, training scenario stations, roundtable conversations, and more.

In this episode:

• FAA's collaboration with first responders on drone use
• Legal frameworks for operations beyond visual line of sight
• Prioritizing the first responder mission in the development of drone technology

Find out from Michael O'Shea - the Program Manager at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) UAS Integration Office.

Mike talks about the FAA's involvement with public safety and the evolving relationship between the FAA and first responders. We also explore flying beyond the visual line of sight and how first responders can do so within the proper legal framework. Mike shares upcoming events and programs related to public safety and drones, emphasizing the importance of prioritizing mission over technology. He ends the chat with a message about the significance of airspace safety.

So click play now to hear what he has to share! And stay tuned for the next Mini Series episode!

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