Indiana launched the Midwest UAS Test Site of Indiana in Terre Haute, powering the state’s defense sector and creating a regional resource for companies, defense organizations, public-safety agencies and researchers developing the next generation of drones and autonomous aviation technologies.
“Indiana’s defense sector is taking off like never before as we continue to attract new assets and installations, accelerate innovation, and support industry investment,” said Gov. Mike Braun. “The launch of this new UAS Test Site positions our state as a defense and national security leader, giving companies another reason to build, test and grow here in Indiana while strengthening our ability to develop solutions that power the warfighter.”
The Midwest UAS Test Site is one of nine uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) test sites designated by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The test site operates as a network of testing locations, airspace and technical partners, while the FAA designation provides a framework for coordinating research, flight testing and experimentation, and certification flights. The site is designed to accelerate innovation and expedite commercialization of drone and aviation technology…