Public Safety UAS Workshop

Join fellow public safety professionals and the Kansas State University UAS experts for the annual Public Safety UAS Workshop. Law enforcement, fire, and emergency management agencies utilizing UAS technology or looking to start UAS operations may attend to participate in a day of UAS education, networking, and hands-on UAS exploration.

Topics covered relate to drones as a first responder, large event response, fixed-wing operations, and more. Presentations will be given from veteran UAS operators in public safety, UAS vendors, and K-State staff. Additionally, participants can choose to add on a brand new training course for data collection and processing by UAS entitled, Pix4D Training for Public Safety, as well as a Night Operations Workshop. View the full program schedule for more details.

Session descriptions

The following sessions will be held during the workshop:

Large Event Response with UAS

Hear successes, challenges, and advice from veteran practitioners using UAS in large events spanning multiple days.

Q&A with the FAA

Have a question about Part 107, beyond visual line of sight operations, emergency waivers, future regulations, or any other topics with UAS? Join us during this session for a chance to ask your questions directly to the Federal Aviation Administration.

Integrating UAS into the Common Operating Picture

Learn about technology that is being used to integrate UAS and other assets into a common operating picture, providing enhanced situational awareness for leadership, dispatch, and others.

Responding to HAZMAT Events (or Fire Response with UAS)

Learn how fire departments are utilizing UAS with their responses.

Introduction to Fixed-wing Operations

See why so many departments are starting to add a fixed-wing asset to their fleet. This session will discuss the pros and cons of these aircraft, their costs, and how to know when it’s time to purchase.

Drone as a First Responder

Learn about DFR and why many cities around the country are implementing “drone docks” at their department. This session will discuss the benefits, costs, and regulatory framework of operating a UAS from a dock.

Drone as a First Responder Demonstration

To close out the day, there will be a live demonstration of a UAS dock system to show the capabilities.

Program details

Date: October 22, 2025

Full program schedule to be announced soon

Location: Salina, Kansas

Cost: $85

Payment is due at the time of registration. Transportation, meals and lodging are not included and are the responsibility of the participant.

Continuing education hours: Number of CE hours TBD based on final schedule

Registration deadline: October 7, 2025 at 11:59 pm CST

Optional Add-Ons:

Pix4D Training for Public Safety

As a certified trainer of Pix4D, K-State offers training for UAS data collection and processing. In this six-hour class, attendees will learn how to capture imagery by UAS for critical scene reconstruction, wildland fire coverage, and natural disaster mapping. Upon collecting the imagery, participants will learn how to utilize Pix4D software to process the images and produce viable data products for dissemination.

While not directly part of this course, the knowledge gained could be used in additional Pix4D modules from K-State to obtain a Pix4D certification.

Date: October 21, 2025

Times: 9 to 4 pm CST

Full program schedule and anticipated outcomes to be announced soon

Location: K-State Salina

Cost:

Register through the same link and at the same time as the Public Safety UAS Workshop registration. Payment is due at the time of registration. Transportation is not included and is the responsibility of the participant.

Continuing education hours: 6 contact hours

Registration deadline: October 7, 2025 at 11:59 pm CST

Night Operations Workshop

Learn from public safety experts and discover ways to improve your operations at night! Join us at Crisis City Training Center as departments showcase their workflows and capabilities, providing valuable insight and networking opportunities.

To conclude the evening, we invite you to attend a demonstration of a fixed-wing platform as AgEagle demonstrates the eBee Vision, designed for public safety.

Date: October 21, 2025

Times: 6 to 9 pm CST

Location: Crisis City Training Center, Saline County, KS

Cost: No additional cost - included in Public Safety Workshop registration fee

Questions

If you have any questions regarding the workshop or your registration, please contact Professional Education and Outreach at profed@k-state.edu.