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Aviation’s Next Great Adventure


In a TEDx Dayton program presented at Victoria Theatre on October 12, 2018, a prominent figure in the world of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) offered his challenge worthy of the Spirit of Flight. Drawing on the rich tradition of achievement in aviation, Dr. Shepherd seeks to inspire the next generation of innovators, entrepreneurs, and adventurers as he describes the role that UAS can play in creating the future.

To view this fascinating TEDx Dayton presentation, see this YouTube link:

TEDx Dayton 2018 presentation by

Andrew D. Shepherd, PhD

Executive Director and Chief Scientist, Unmanned Aerial Systems

Managing Editor, Journal of Unmanned Aerial Systems

Sinclair College National UAS Training and Certification Center



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