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Köln, Germany | 15 – 16 October 2013 | HOTEL Pullman Cologne

Register today for the leading European RPAS event that addresses the most important trends, advancements and information affecting the RPAS industry in Europe.  Receive the latest updates on facilitating integration in European airspace

 Preview emerging applications and technologies

 Discuss collaboration efforts in the commercial and defence sectors

 Learn the status of developing standards for RPAS integration

Register before 9 October 2013 and save! Visit auvsi.org/USE Group registrations available. Register 3, get number 4 for FREE. Email [email protected] for details.

PROGRAMME INCLUDES Who Should Attend?

Key Topics:

 Commercial end users

 Market trends

 Defence end users

 Emerging applications

 Policy makers

 Commercial RPAS

 Regulatory agencies

 Regulatory collaboration

 Academia  Manufacturers

R  emotely Piloted Aircraft Systems standards development

 Suppliers

 Integration in European airspace  Funding and insuring options

 Service providers

 Public perception

FEATURED Keynote Speakers

Peter Bombay

Frank Brenner

deputy HoU E3, DG-MOVE, European Commission

director general, EUROCONTROL

Andrew Tailby

Dr. Aimo Bülte

director of aviation and head of engineering (UAS), Air Division, QinetiQ

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chairman of the Aerospace and Defence Industries Association of Europe (ASD)/Aircraft Sectoral Group (ASG) Management Team; head of research and technology, CASSIDIAN

Programme Details DAY 1: Tuesday, 15 October

1045 – 1200

0800 – 0900

Spotlight on Emerging RPAS Applications: Who’s Flying Commercially in Europe, and How Are They Doing It?

Registration Open & Continental Breakfast in the Exhibit Hall 0900 – 0915 Opening Remarks/Welcome Neil Hunter, conference chair 0915 – 0945 Keynote Address

Bombay

Peter Bombay, deputy head of unit, Aviation Safety and Environment Unit, Aviation Directorate of the European Commission’s Directorate-General for Mobility and Transport (DG MOVE) Gain a broad perspective on RPAS operations in Europe, information on this emerging market and an introduction to the European RPAS roadmap. Delivered by the European Commission, this talk sets the stage for two days of detailed discussion on RPAS trends, challenges and emerging opportunities.

0945 – 1015 Market Trends — A Discussion on the Potential for Emerging UAS Applications Aman Pannu, senior consultant, Aerospace, Defence and Security, Frost & Sullivan From air travel to cargo delivery, remotely piloted aircraft can transform a number of industries by increasing efficiency, reducing costs and saving time. The possibilities for RPAS technologies are endless — contemplate the most intriguing applications and emerging RPAS markets that are only starting to be considered.

Moderator: Neil Hunter, head of business development, Babcock International Group Panelists: Alexander Burwitz, operations manager, Nitrofirex; Richard Ruiterkamp, director, Ampyx Power; Mark Sickling, flight operations manager, Cyberhawk Innovations Europe is leading the way for commercial and civil RPAS operations. Hear from technology end users who are currently operating systems for agriculture, public safety, security, mineral exploration and more. Review the latest case studies on how RPAS technologies are being utilised in Europe. 1200 – 1300 Networking Lunch in the Exhibit Hall 1300 – 1400 Making the Process Easier: Developing and Maintaining a Successful Commercial RPAS Business Moderator: Doug Davis, director, Global UAS Strategic Initiatives, New Mexico State University Physical Science Lab Panelists: Dr. Joseph Barnard, managing director, Barnard Microsystems Ltd.; André Clot, centre director, European Unmanned Systems Centre, UK; Jarno Puff, research and development director, Advanced Aviation Technology — ­ A2TECH If you are interested in starting a commercially focused RPAS business or if you are an end user seeking to utilise these systems, this session is invaluable. Representatives operating RPAS commercially will address how new users can navigate the regulatory process, identify the right system for the mission and much more.

1015 – 1045 Networking Break in the Exhibit Hall

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1400 – 1500

DAY 2: Wednesday, 16 October

Regulatory Collaboration: Are Regulatory Agencies Doing Enough to Facilitate Airspace Integration?

0800 – 0900

Moderator: Gretchen West, executive vice president, AUVSI

Registration Open & Continental Breakfast in the Exhibit Hall

Panelists: Andrew Chadwick, business manager, Frazer-Nash Consultancy Ltd.; Daniel Cobo-Vuilleumier, airworthiness manager, Indra; Maurice Labonde, technical officer, Air Traffic Management, International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO); Ron van de Leijgraaf, chairman, Joint Authorities for Rulemaking on Unmanned Systems (JARUS); Jim Williams, manager, UAS Integration Office, Federal Aviation Administration (invited) Progress is being made to facilitate RPAS integration into unrestricted airspace around the globe, but international collaboration is still a challenge for regulators. This panel will bring together representatives from the regulator community to discuss how airspace access can be achieved globally and how regulatory agencies can work together and learn from each other. 1500 – 1530 Networking Break in the Exhibit Hall 1530 – 1630

0900 – 0915 Opening Remarks/Welcome Neil Hunter, conference chair 0915 – 0945 Keynote Address Frank Brenner, director general, EUROCONTROL Brenner

Day two of the conference will open with a keynote presentation on EUROCONTROL’s vision for broader RPAS integration in European airspace, challenges facing greater access and plans to facilitate integration in the future.

0945 – 1015 Networking Break in the Exhibit Hall 1015 – 1115

Setting the Standard: A Discussion on Harmonised Standards for RPAS in Europe

RPAS Operations, Challenges and Trends in Europe

Moderator: Dewar Donnithorne-Tait, director, Veitch Moir Ltd.

Moderator: Filippo Tomasello, air traffic management/ airport safety officer, European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)

Panelists: David Chinn, assistant director of research and technology, European Defence Agency (EDA) (invited); Margaret Jenny, president, Radio Technical Commission for Aeronautics (RTCA); Capt. Thomas Mildenberger, European Cockpit Association; Abdoulaye N’Diaye, secretary general, European Organisation for Civil Aviation Equipment (EUROCAE) This timely panel will discuss how RPAS standards are being developed in both Europe and abroad to ensure system interoperability, safe operation and ease of integration with manned aircraft. Collaboration between standards organisations in Europe and the U.S. will also be an area of focus. 1630 – 1700 Closing Keynote Address

Tailby

Andrew Tailby, director of aviation and head of engineering (UAS), Air Division, QinetiQ This address will focus on industry trends in Europe today and what we expect to see in the future.

1700 – 1800 Networking Reception in the Exhibit Hall

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Panelists: Chris Day, head of capability engineering, Schiebel; Neil Hunter, head of business development – Unmanned Systems, Babcock International Group; Lt. Col. Natale di Rubbo, Italian Ministry of Defence This panel discussion will focus on technology and operational trends for medium- and high-altitude systems in Europe. 1115 – 1215 Getting Airborne: A Close-Up Look at Funding, Insuring and Operating RPAS Moderator: Paul Cremin, head of UK aviation safety, Department for Transport Panelists: Gerry Corbett, directorate of airspace policy, Civil Aviation Authority UK; Peter Lee, commercial and technology lawyer, Taylor Vinters LLP; Michael Maes, flight operations manager, Gatewing; Adam Piper, executive director, Willis Sustaining successful RPAS operations goes beyond gaining regulatory approval. Issues such as funding, insurance, training and certification must also be addressed. Learn from experts on how your organisation can fund, maintain and insure your systems to maximise return on investment.

1215 – 1330

1530 – 1630

Networking Lunch in the Exhibit Hall

Mutual Co-Operation — How Can the Commercial Sector Benefit from Military RPAS Technology Development?

1330 – 1400 UAV DACH Perspectives on RPAS in Europe Prof. Dr. Elmar Giemulla, Berlin University of Technology, Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics and UAV DACH UAV DACH Working Group represents UAS manufacturers and stakeholders interested in utilising UAS for civil applications in Germany, Austria, Switzerland and the Netherlands. Hear the association’s overview of the European market and how the community can become more involved. 1400 – 1500 Influencing Public Perception: Gaining Public Trust and Communicating an Effective Message Moderator: Danielle Lucey, managing editor, AUVSI Panelists: Ugo Pagallo, professor, University of Turin Law School; Alfredo Roma, consultant, AST Legal; Michael Standar, chief, Strategies and International Relations, Single European Sky Air Traffic Management Research (SESAR) Joint Undertaking A significant challenge affecting industry involves gaining the public’s trust and communicating the message that remotely piloted technologies are not only safe, but that they will be used in a responsible manner. This panel session will bring together a renowned group of experts to discuss privacy issues, ethical operations and how the RPAS community can work together to communicate a positive message and help educate the public about the benefits and realities of remotely piloted technologies.

Moderator: John Walker, senior partner, JSWalker Group/ Aviation Solutions Panelists: Mike Lissone, UAS ATM integration manager, EUROCONTROL; Lt. Col. Edgar Reuber, Civil-Military Division, EUROCONTROL/NATO FINAS; Filippo Tomasello, air traffic management/airport safety officer, European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) The commercial and civil RPAS industry is only beginning to emerge, and there is much to be learned from mature defence RPAS operations in Europe. Hear defence, civil and commercial leaders discuss how the budding commercial RPAS industry and the defence sector can work together and learn from each other to establish a strong community in Europe. 1630 – 1700 Keynote Address

Bülte

Dr. Aimo Bülte, chairman of the Aerospace and Defence Industries Association of Europe (ASD)/ Aircraft Sectoral Group (ASG) Management Team; head of research and technology, CASSIDIAN The closing session will detail where the European RPAS industry is today and its potential for the future. Issues covered throughout the conference will be broadly addressed, as well as a vision for future collaboration among regulators, government entities and industry to further the advancement of RPAS technologies, operations and applications.

1700 – 1710

1500 – 1530 Networking Break in the Exhibit Hall

Closing Remarks Neil Hunter, conference chair

Become an Exhibitor! Interested in showcasing your RPAS products to a global audience? Demonstrate and discuss your capabilities face-to-face, get immediate feedback and strengthen your brand recognition. Contact [email protected] to learn more about the exhibit and sponsorship opportunities available, starting at $500 USD.

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AUVSI would like to thank the following organisations for their support

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how to register

Register before 9 October and save at auvsi.org/USE. AUVSI Member

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Student

$178.50

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$208.25

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Registration fees are in USD and include 19% VAT. For complete terms and conditions, cancellation and substitution policies, visit auvsi.org/USE. All events will take place at the Hotel Pullman Cologne. Hotel Pullman Cologne Helenenstr. 14 50667 Köln, Deutschland T: +49 221 275 0 F: +49 221 275 1301 www.pullmanhotels.com

AUVSI has negotiated a special discounted rate with the Hotel Pullman Cologne of €170/night for single occupancy, €194/night for double occupancy. The deadline for making hotel reservations is 17 September 2013. After this date, reservations will be on a space and rate available basis. To make your hotel reservations, call +49 221 275 0.

Group registrations available. Register 3, get number 4 for FREE. Email [email protected] for details.

The Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International is the world’s largest nonprofit organisation devoted exclusively to advancing the unmanned systems and robotics community. Serving more than 7,500 members from government organisations, industry and academia, AUVSI is committed to fostering, developing, and promoting unmanned systems and robotic technologies. AUVSI members support defence, civil and commercial sectors.

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