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Launching Your UAS Program

Tuesday, December 9, 2025
3:15 PM - 4:00 PM CT
Location: Junior Ballroom D

    Co-Presenter(s)

  • Jeff Pricher

    Fire Chief / Chief Pilot
    Scappoose Fire District / Regional Disaster Preparedness Organization
    Scappoose, Oregon

  • Jason L. Burnside

    Firefighter, Program Manager
    Austin Fire Department, Robotics Emergency Deployment (RED) Team
    Austin, Texas

  • Michael Baker, MA, EFO

    Fire Chief
    Tulsa Fire Department
    Tulsa, Oklahoma

  • Stephanie Layman, MPA, PMP

    UAS Researcher
    NIST Public Safety Communications Research Division

This workshop will guide attendees through the essentials of starting and scaling an unmanned aerial systems program in the fire service. Learn how to define program goals, navigate regulations, and select equipment that fits your department’s needs. Presenters will share real-world success stories and discuss the operational and technical standards that are shaping effective UAS integration. Attendees will walk away with actionable steps, planning tools, and proven practices from leading departments.