The Lead Off
- Michigan has committed more than $42 million to drone development through its Advanced Air Mobility Initiative.
- State officials, universities, healthcare providers, and private companies are expanding drone testing and manufacturing projects across Michigan.
- Supporters say Michigan’s automotive and engineering expertise could help the state compete with larger drone programs in Ohio and Indiana.
LANSING, MI (WOWO) Michigan is increasing investments in drone technology as state leaders, businesses, and educational institutions work to expand manufacturing, testing, and commercial applications in a rapidly growing industry.
Supporters tell Bridge Michigan that the state is working to close the gap with other states that have already established major drone development programs, while leveraging the state’s long history of manufacturing and engineering innovation.
State expands investment in drone development
Michigan has allocated more than $42 million through its Advanced Air Mobility Initiative to support drone manufacturing, testing, and deployment projects throughout the state.
The investment has helped launch programs focused on healthcare delivery, transportation, logistics, infrastructure inspection, and military applications…