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Presentation
Training Standards, Certification and Other Relevant Presentations
IDEX Defence 2015: Cutting Edge Strategies for Future Forces (2015)
  • Ken Witcher, Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Abstract
Human factors are critical to accelerate the adoption of unmanned technologies. Unmanned systems require a different set of skills to operate than conventional aircraft. Until operators are certified like pilots and the technology is proven, unmanned systems will be highly restricted in civilian airspace limiting their role. This panel will look at the challenges and regulatory issues on the horizon. Keynote session to the panel discussion on "The Potential Role for Unmanned Systems as Fighter Aircraft--When Will This be a Reality?"
Keywords
  • UAVs,
  • unmanned technology,
  • certification,
  • combat aircraft,
  • regulations
Publication Date
February 23, 2015
Location
Abu Dhabi, UAE
Comments
Please see the conference <a href="https://www.idexuae.ae">website</a>for more information about the annual conference.
Citation Information
Ken Witcher. "Training Standards, Certification and Other Relevant Presentations" IDEX Defence 2015: Cutting Edge Strategies for Future Forces (2015)
Available at: http://works.bepress.com/kenneth-l-witcher/15/