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October 3, 2023 |
Spotlight:
Workforce Dynamics in Oklahoma's Emerging Aerospace Industry;
Rethink Vertical Podcast with Valqari Founder & CEO Ryan Walsh;
Craig Mahaney joins NATA AAM Committe;
NATA, 2023 Aviation Business Conference
CHARTING THE COURSE: WORKFORCE DYNAMICS IN OKLAHOMA'S EMERGING AEROSPACE INDUSTRY
The UAS Cluster Initiative (UASCI) in Oklahoma has published a research report that provides insights into the workforce development landscape in the state's burgeoning aerospace industry. The report sheds light on the key challenges and prospects within the Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) industry in Oklahoma, emphasizing the necessity to bridge workforce gaps. As the industry adopts aviation autonomy it can revolutionize diverse applications including transportation, healthcare, agriculture, and more, the demand for a highly skilled workforce to navigate this transformation is paramount. Based on interviews from key Oklahoma stakeholders, the report identifies challenges and recommendations for Oklahoma to establish a robust workforce support ecosystem to sustain and bolster its position as a leading hub for the UAS/AAM industry.
You can download and read this report at this link Charting the Course:
Workforce Dynamics in Oklahoma's Emerging Aerospace Industry
Rethink Vertical Podcast with Valqari Founder & CEO Ryan Walsh.
Hear Ryan Walsh's journey from special operations soldier to UAS delivery startup.
In the latest episode of the Rethink Vertical Podcast, Craig Mahaney, the Executive Director of the UAS Cluster Initiative, talks with Valqari Founder & CEO Ryan Walsh. In this podcast they discuss how Walsh's military special operations background, combined with his MBA and entrepreneurial perspective, has unveiled substantial business opportunities in the UAS industry. These include the challenges of a hardware UAS delivery system startup to achieve reduced logistics and delivery costs.
Find about this and more on the latest Rethink Vertical Podcast .
Craig Mahaney, UASCI Executive Director, joins National Air Transportation Association (NATA) Advanced Air Mobility Committee.
UASCI Executive Director, Craig Mahaney is now of a member of the NATA Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) committee.
The National Air Transportation Association (NATA) is the leading non-profit trade association representing the business interests of general aviation service companies on legislative and regulatory matters; also providing education, services, and benefits to its members.
The NATA AAM committee is focused on the emerging AAM sector as related to general aviation infrastructure and air charter operations development, along with the Part 135 environment. This committee aims to provide stakeholder input for Fixed Base Operators and airport planning to service the next generation of aircraft and address sustainable infrastructure, including vertiports, to achieve innovative solutions in transporting people and goods will impact the overall aviation ecosystem.
Find out more about NATA at www.nata.aero
And the NATA AAM committee at NATA AAM Committee.
NATA 2023 Annual Business Conference
November 1 to 2nd , 2023
Westin Long Beach, CA
On November 1st and 2nd, NATA will be hosting their annual Aviation Business Conference where industry experts, thought leaders, and key industry decision-makers representing various sectors of the General Avaition community — including FBOs, airports, air charter operators, MROs, and AAM/UAM.
Notable is this year's agenda includes James Grimsley of the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma who will be speaking on AAM Technologies: Establishing Roots in the U.S. Aviation Ecosystem.
Find out more or register at NATA 2023 Annual Business Conference .
UASCI is creating an environment where unmanned aviation startups can thrive, connect with innovative networks, access global capital, discover national technologies and learn from proven tech industry leaders.
Questions or comments regarding Newsletter, contact Jack James at jjames@dcnteam.com
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Oct. 10 - Oct. 11, 2023 Grand Forks, ND
Oklahoma Aerospace Forum
Nov. 8, 2023, 8:30 am - 6:00 pm Omni Oklahoma City Hotel, Oklahoma City, OK
Oklahoma Women in Aviation & Aerospace Day
December 8, 2023 Will Rogers Airport, 137th Special Operations Wing, Oklahoma City, OK
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