NASA Guam Space Grant Supports Drone Sky Safety

Uncrewed aerial vehicles, UAVs, more commonly known as drones, are innovative tools that grant users a bird’s eye view of the land below. Drones can traverse and capture large distances in a short amount of time – including areas that are inaccessible on foot.

While drones have been used for aerial photography and videography, innovations in technology have enabled drones to be used in search-and-rescue missions, deliveries, environmental research, and mapping.

Despite their relative ease of use, drones are not toys. They are best used by skilled pilots who are knowledgeable of safe flight operations. This is a principle that guides the missions of the University of Guam Drone Corps program.

 

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Original Post Date: 4.25.25