Chandler, Arizona — The Chandler City Council recently approved a limited pilot contract with both the Maricopa Government Union (MAG) and Airspace Link to test new transportation technology in West Chandler. The pilot project will deliver critical medical supplies via an unmanned aerial system (UAS). — also called drone — Between a drug distributor (Omnicare) and a nursing home (Sunrise of Chandler).
Similar to the City of Chandler’s leadership in the self-driving car industry, this limited pilot will support testing of new technologies that could improve traffic and shorten delivery times for critical products. The project will be funded by MAG He through the Emerging Technologies Pilot Program, which supports the deployment of innovative transportation technologies in the region.
drone Pilot projects are limited to a total of seven days of operation over a two-week period. During the seven-day test period, Airspace Link expects him to fly four to six flights a day on his five-minute route. Drones fly at altitudes below the 400-foot requirement set by the Federal Aviation Administration. The operator Always a visual line of sight. There are cameras on the drones to help with flight safety, but no video is recorded.
Airspace Link, an unmanned aerial services and consulting company, is leading the project. His two additional companies participating in the pilot project include Spright and Mercury Gate International. Spright is his UAS powerhouse that provides the physical aircraft for this pilot, as well as the communications systems for deploying, monitoring and landing drones. Mercury Gate International is a last-mile delivery company looking to drones as an alternative means of transportation.
A pilot project is planned for this summer. Once test dates are confirmed by Airspace Link, the city will update its website and notify residents through its website. social media sites Send an email to registered neighborhood associations and business communities in West Chandler.
About Chandler, Arizona:
Chandler, Arizona, innovation communityLife at Chandler goes beyond a vibrant and dynamic business community with a progressive entrepreneurial spirit. Known for its rich diversity, the city offers excellent quality of life for all generations with excellent schools and recreational opportunities. Chandler has grown to be her fourth largest city in the state with a population of over 285,000. Chandler has been named one of the best places to find work in the nation and one of the best cities for women in tech. The city is also one of the safest communities in the country, boasting a bond rating of AAA from all three national rating agencies. This is one of only 40 communities to achieve this distinction. For more information, city websiteor connect with Chandler Social media.
About Airspace Link:
Airspace Link’s vision is to create a world where the secure integration of drones advances human progress and advances social equity, the environment and the economy. Founded in Detroit in 2018 by CEO Michael Healander, Airspace Link is one of the few UAS service suppliers of the FAA-approved Low Altitude Authentication and Notification Capability (LAANC). Airspace Link’s cloud-based platform, AirHub®, provides the digital infrastructure needed to support the safe use of recreational and commercial drones in communities at scale, enabling drone operators, drone service providers, Support the growth of drone manufacturers, package delivery and aviation. Future taxi development.Click here for details airspace link.
About the mug:
of Maricopa Association of Governments (MAG) provides a forum for local governments to work together on issues that affect the lives of everyone in the Phoenix area. MAGs are regional bodies that plan and make policy in a number of core areas. These include safe and smart travel, economy and growth, environment and sustainability, and improving quality of life with a focus on efficient and effective operations. MAG members include 27 cities and towns, three Native American tribes, Maricopa County, parts of Pinal County, and the Arizona Department of Transportation. MAG’s planned coverage spans approximately 10,600 square miles.
Media Contact:
Stephanie Romero
city of chandler
spokesperson
480-782-2231
Casey Ocaña
airspace link
Vice President of Marketing and Communications
Kelly Taft
Maricopa Association of Governments
communication director
602-452-5020 direct
