Greetings everyone,

I’d like to introduce myself as the new Director of Operations for UAS. I’m excited to be stepping into this role and to help grow our drone program across the Wing.

We plan to start conducting UAS training later this summer in coordination with Massachusetts Wing geared towards obtaining the ES qualifications needed to operate our drones (UAS Mission Pilot and UAS Technician). In addition, we will also be partnering with the Wing Aerospace Education Officer to bring the drones and drone education to the squadrons as part of the AE program. My plan is to give every cadet and senior member who wants to get hands on with a drone an opportunity to do so, whether its as a recreational pilot or as a member of the emergency services crew, or both!

I will be hosting a virtual information session on Monday, July 27 at 1900 on Teams (see invite link below) where I’ll walk through the drone program, timeline for implementation and opportunities that are available to obtain the necessary training. Whether you’re an experienced drone operator or brand new to flying drones, please attend!

In the meantime, if you have any questions, please don’t hesitate to contact me directly.

Microsoft Teams meeting Join: https://teams.microsoft.com/meet/24171890840668?p=CWzPPOaIIuEaxtO7jP Meeting ID: 241 718 908 406 68 Passcode: B9Vm96we

Maj. Reuben FIschman Rhode Island Wing Director of Operations for UAS West Bay Composite Squadron Cyber Education Officer

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