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October 19, 2020

Liberty School of Aeronautics Embraces FAA UAS Collegiate Training Program

The School of Aeronautics Currently Offers a B.Sc. in Aeronautics – Unmanned Aerial Systems

The FAA has selected the Liberty University School of Aeronautics UAS Program for its Unmanned Aircraft Systems-Collegiate Training Initiative (UAS-CTI), becoming one of only 26 schools nationwide to participate. “The FAA selected Liberty University because they recognize the effectiveness of our program in preparing students for careers in the unmanned aircraft systems industry,” said Dr. Rick Roof, dean of the School of Aeronautics. UAS is commonly referred to as drones. “Through this selection, the FAA is certifying to students, graduates, and employers that Liberty University has one of the premier UAS programs in the country. Th

All Employees Of The UAV Subsidiary Will Transition To Honeywell

Ballard Power Systems has sold the UAV business assets of its subsidiary located in Southborough, Massachusetts to Honeywell International. All employees of the UAV subsidiary will transition to Honeywell Aerospace. Financial terms have not been disclosed. The companies are also committed to a long-term strategic collaboration to combine Ballard's expertise in fuel cell technology with Honeywell's leadership in aerospace and are working on agreements in respect of this collaboration.