UAI Selects Altavian’s Nova Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems

Grand Forks, ND – The Unmanned Applications Institute (UAI) announced their acquisition of the Altavian Nova F6500 unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) today. The aircraft will be used in research projects that focus on precision agriculture, analysis of energy resources, infrastructure inspection, and geospatial mapping and data collection.

Altavian’s NOVA™ family of unmanned aerial systems specializes in safe, professional-grade data collection for geomatics, precision agriculture, infrastructure analysis, development, natural resource management, and conservation. Altavian offers a completely integrated system from design to production of its air platforms, payloads, and controls while providing exceptional services and support for its governmental, commercial, and research-based customers.

“We are looking forward to our collaboration with UAI to expand UAS and sensor research in the northern plains region,” said Altavian CEO John Perry. “North Dakota’s support of the drone industry is tremendous and we feel that our partnership is going to help both of our organizations become leaders in the field.”

The Unmanned Applications Institute is a research and applications institute focusing on small UAS applications for civil and commercial use. “Our selection of the Altavian Nova™ F6500 aircraft is based on the company’s strong safety record, training, and advanced air and sensor technologies, which will facilitate innovative research and solutions for our academic partners and industries.” notes UAI Founder Tommy Kenville.

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