In this episode of The Unmanned Podcast, host Matt Hernandez sits down with Ray Adams, President of Airde Elevated Thinking, to explore the innovation and impact behind the Cape-Atlantic UAS Test Range in Cape May County, New Jersey.With a 60-by-60-mile test area reaching up to 7,000 feet, the Cape-Atlantic UAS Test Range is designed for advanced drone operations, offering a unique space for large UAS platforms to operate safely alongside manned air traffic. Ray shares insights into how this range is enabling safe drone integration into the national airspace — and why it's a critical asset for the future of unmanned aviation.
Topics Covered:
- The origin and purpose of the Cape Atlantic UAS Test Range
- How the range supports large drone testing and BBLOS training
- Managing airspace integration with manned aviation systems
- Risk management strategies and stakeholder engagement
- FAA Part 108 and its implications for drone operators
- Emerging partnerships for counter-UAS and enterprise training
Whether you're a drone operator, program manager, or aviation stakeholder, this conversation offers a front-row look at how Cape May is becoming a launchpad for innovation in unmanned systems.
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