## Constellis’ First Annual Drone Rodeo a Resounding Success, Showcasing Cutting-Edge UAS Technologies
Constellis, a global leader in providing premium security and mission support services to government and commercial customers, made a splash with its inaugural Drone Rodeo event, held on October 29-30, 2024 at the Constellis Training Facility (CTF) in Moyock, NC. This two-day event exceeded expectations, drawing over 100 attendees from across the security, military, and law enforcement communities to witness live demonstrations of advanced Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) and supporting technologies.
A Showcase of Innovation:
The Drone Rodeo showcased the latest advancements in UAS technology, featuring over 25 leading manufacturers and tech companies. Attendees experienced firsthand demonstrations of cutting-edge systems, including:
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Emerging UAS:
Witnessing the next generation of drones with enhanced capabilities.*
Counter-UAS (C-UAS):
Exploring technologies designed to mitigate the threats posed by malicious drone use.*
ATAK Integration:
Observing how UAS are integrated with the Advanced Tactical Targeting and Exploitation System (ATAK), enhancing situational awareness and communication.*
Lidar and Remote Sensors:
Discovering the latest advancements in mapping, surveillance, and data collection using lidar and other remote sensing technologies.*
Communications:
Understanding how secure and reliable communication systems enable effective UAS operations.*
Layered Extended Security Operations (LEXSO):
Unveiling Constellis’ newest platform for advanced security and mission support.A Gathering of Experts:
The event brought together a diverse community of stakeholders, including representatives from the national security community, the Department of Defense (DOD), Federal, State, and local law enforcement agencies, first responders, security and technology subject matter experts (SMEs), and foreign delegations. This unique forum provided a platform for collaboration, knowledge sharing, and exploring innovative solutions for leveraging UAS in diverse applications.
Constellis Training Facility – A Hub for UAS Advancement:
The Drone Rodeo was held at the Constellis Training Facility (CTF), a sprawling 3,600-acre training campus that can accommodate up to 1,500 students around the clock. This state-of-the-art facility boasts a 2,600ft runway, airfield, hangar facilities, driving track, multi-use shooting ranges, urban sites, training rooms, lodging, and much more. Constellis plans to leverage CTF as a center of excellence for UAS, C-UAS, and technology testing, development, and training.
A Vision for the Future:
Andrew Hartsog, Executive Vice President for Mission Support Services (MSS) at Constellis, expressed his satisfaction with the event’s success, stating, “I am pleased to report that our first Drone Rodeo was a huge success. As Constellis launches its new era of advanced security, technology, training and technical services, the importance of events like this, where we bring together best-in-class vendors and capabilities with government, military, law enforcement and first responders, will be critical moving forward.”
Looking ahead, Constellis has ambitious plans to host further industry events at CTF in 2025, including Drone Rodeo 2025, C-UAS Industry Day, and Tactical and Firearms Expos. These events will continue to drive innovation and collaboration within the security and technology sectors, shaping the future of UAS utilization for critical missions across the globe.
