EVENT

Legislative luncheon featuring CU Boulder experts in Unmanned Aircraft Systems

Friday, September 23, 2016
11:30am – 1:00pm
Adolfs Event Center & Tavern, Winter Park

You're invited to join legislative host Senator Randy Baumgardner, local elected officials and business leaders for a luncheon presentation by the University of Colorado Boulder's experts in Unmanned Aircraft Systems.

Enjoy a catered lunch and one-hour program focused on the applicability Unmanned Aircraft Systems, commonly referred to as drones, have in the Winter Park area. The program will include an overview of the CU Boulder AeroSpace Ventures initiative, which brings together CU Boulder researchers and students from across 11 academic units to collaborate with industry leaders and government partners on education, research, and outreach. In addition, Eric Frew, Director for CU Boulder's Research and Engineering Center for Unmanned Vehicles will share insights on the state of the drone industry, current technology, and the regulatory environment.  Dr. Frew will also discuss current research projects applicable to the Winter Park community, including search & rescue, agriculture, tourism and nature conservation.  A drone demonstration will provide an exciting conclusion to this event.   This event is open to the public and is free. REGISTER HERE.