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Drones are playing an increasingly vital role in improving various industries. We are leveraging this cutting-edge technology to enhance the efficiency and safety of airport operations. Drones can be employed in a wide range of applications, including runway inspections, security monitoring, wildlife management, and infrastructure monitoring. By utilizing drones, airports can produce timely assessments of infrastructure and address potential hazards without disrupting regular operations.

Drone integration within airport operations poses unique challenges, and risks when in close proximity to manned aviation. Volterra's commitment to safety and strict adherence to regulations ensures secure and efficient drone integration within the airport environment.

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Airports of the Future

​We have partnered with the Edmonton Parkland Executive Airport to enable the future of Advanced Air Mobility and Advanced Drone Operations with an Airport Environment.

Our goal is to enhance the operational capacity of the airport, by incorporating drones into regular operations. We aim to increase efficiency, bolster safety measures, attract new investors and ultimately improve the overall experience for airport users.

 

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AREAS OF OPERATIONS

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Training

Our Transport Canada recognized ground school is now being conducted at the at the airport. This marks a significant advancement in aviation training, providing students with a unique opportunity to gain hands-on experience in integrating unmanned aerial systems with traditional manned aviation. Click the training link below to find out more about our Advanced RPAS Pilot Ground School.

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Security Monitoring and Detection

The integration of drones for conducting security patrols around the airport perimeter represents a groundbreaking advancement in airport security measures. Drones can be utilized to monitor and identify potential breaches in real-time, enhancing the overall safety of the facility. The incorporation of future autonomous software will allow for sophisticated detection algorithms to identify unusual activities or intrusions, significantly reducing response times and increasing situational awareness.

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Wildlife Monitoring, Detection and Deterrent

The implementation of drones for wildlife detection and deterrent measures at the airport represents a crucial step toward enhancing safety and reducing potential hazards. By utilising advanced imaging and monitoring technologies, drones will be able to identify wildlife near the runway and surrounding areas in real-time. This proactive approach enables airport management to take immediate action to deter animals from high-risk zones, thereby minimizing the likelihood of wildlife-related incidents that could jeopardize aircraft safety during critical flight operations.

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Runway Inspections - Foreign Object Debris & Markings

Foreign objects on a runway, often referred to as FOD, pose significant dangers to aircraft during takeoff, landing, and taxiing. These objects can include anything from loose stones and metal fragments to wildlife and even discarded items such as luggage or tools. Drone operations will be employed to detect and identify FOD on the runway as well as inspecting runway markings. Future development will focus on autonomy for enhanced detection and identification.

​We are always open to collaborate to advance the unmanned systems industry please reach out if you are interested in partnering or collaborating on any future airport operations projects.​​

 

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