APSCON UNMANNED COURSES All of these conference courses will be held at the George R. Brown Convention Center. Basic UAS Operator Course Mon. July 29 – Tue. July 30 • 0800 - 1700 Location: Room 382B This comprehensive course is meticulously crafted to equip students with a thorough understanding of public safety drone operations, including missions, applications, and compliance with FAA regulations. With a detailed examination of flight tactics, this course is indispensable for agencies seeking to train their newest team members. Completion of all 16 hours of classroom and flight training is essential for success. This course is tailored for public safety personnel who are new to their team and seeking comprehensive training. Additionally, it is ideal for beginner pilots within public safety UAS units. Maximum enrollment is 70. Cost: 5 members; 5 non-members Advanced UAS Operator Course Mon. July 29 – Tue. July 30 • 0800 - 1700 Location: Room 381B Developed to elevate every facet of public safety operations, this course provides cutting-edge knowledge and tools to enhance existing drone units. Covering tactical operations, a specialized class in Tactical Flight Officer (TFO) style, and drone laws, instruction is delivered by experts in public safety aviation drone operations. Geared towards experienced public safety personnel aiming to refine their skills, this program is not suitable for those who have only completed the basic NIST course. Maximum enrollment is 70. Cost: 5 members; 5 non-members Drone Unit Manager Course Mon. July 29 – Tue. July 30 • 0800 - 1700 Location: Room 381C Tailored specifically for managers and supervisors of small unmanned aircraft systems units within public safety agencies, this course delivers the latest insights and tools for effective leadership. Topics encompass unit administration, budgeting, safety protocols, SOP management, training program oversight, legal and regulatory compliance, and personnel selection strategies, ensuring comprehensive skill enhancement. This course caters to public safety sUAS managers responsible for overseeing drone operations within their agencies, including law enforcement, fire departments, and search and rescue teams. Maximum enrollment is 70. Cost: 5 members; 5 non-members Counter Drone Measures Course Mon. July 29 – Tue. July 30 • 0800 - 1700 Location: Room 382C Drone attacks are occurring almost daily across the globe. It is only a matter of time until they occur here in the United States. These low-cost, high-tech, and easily weaponized aerial vehicles can cause terror just about anywhere. This 2-day course provides students with the latest technology and tactics to prevent and respond to a drone attack. This course is tailored for public safety personnel who operate drones in a public safety capacity. Additionally, it is ideal for all levels of drone operators in public safety UAS units. Maximum enrollment is 70. Cost: 5 members; 5 non-members Course registration includes Day 3 of APSCON Unmanned classes and the APSCON 2024 Exhibit Hall Opening Reception at the George R. Brown Convention Center. 126 The Blues - July ‘24 22 AIR BEAT MAGAZINE l Conference Preview l 2024
APSCON 2024 SCHEDULE All events to take place at the George R. Brown Convention Center unless otherwise noted. SUNDAY, JULY 28 Registration Open • 1600 – 1800 (Exhibit Hall E Lobby - Ground Level) ‘The Hangar’ APSA Store Open • 1600 – 1800 (Exhibit Hall E Lobby - Ground Level) MONDAY, JULY 29 Registration Open • 0700 – 1700 (Exhibit Hall E Lobby - Ground Level) ‘The Hangar’ APSA Store Open • 0700 – 1700 (Exhibit Hall E Lobby - Ground Level) APSCON Conference Courses (Day 1) 0800 – 1700 (Level 3 Classrooms) APSCON Unmanned Courses (Day 1) 0800 – 1700 (Level 3 Classrooms) Aircraft Fly-In Briefing • 0730 Aircraft Fly-In • 0900 TUESDAY, JULY 30 Registration Open • 0700 – 1700 (Exhibit Hall E Lobby - Ground Level) ‘The Hangar’ APSA Store Open • 0700 – 1700 (Exhibit Hall E Lobby - Ground Level) APSCON Conference Courses (Day 2) 0800 – 1700 (Level 3 Classrooms) APSCON Unmanned Courses (Day 2) 0800 – 1700 (Level 3 Classrooms) Exhibitor Set-Up • 0800 – 1700 (Exhibit Halls D/E - Ground Level) WEDNESDAY, JULY 31 Registration Open • 0700 – 2000 (Exhibit Hall E Lobby - Ground Level) ‘The Hangar’ APSA Store Open • 0700 – 2000 (Exhibit Hall E Lobby - Ground Level) APSCON Conference Courses (Day 3) 0800 – 1700 (Level 3 Classrooms) APSCON Unmanned Classes • 0800 – 1700 (Level 3 Classrooms) Exhibitor Set-Up • 0800 – 1500 (Exhibit Halls D/E - Ground Level) Exhibit Hall Opening Ceremony • 1700 – 1715 (Exhibit Hall E Lobby - Ground Level) Exhibit Hall Opening Reception • 1715 – 2000 Sponsored by Bell Textron (Exhibit Halls D/E - Ground Level) THURSDAY, AUGUST 1 Registration Open • 0800 – 1700 (Exhibit Hall E Lobby - Ground Level) ‘The Hangar’ APSA Store Open • 0800 – 1700 (Exhibit Hall E Lobby - Ground Level) Water Survival Training • 0800 – 1600 George R. Brown Conv. Center (AM - Room 371AD) Hilton Americas Houston (PM - Pool) Opening Breakfast/General Membership Meeting 0900 – 1030 • (Grand Ballroom B/C - Level 3) Breakfast sponsored by Trakka Systems Exhibit Hall Open • 1030 – 1600 (Exhibit Hall D/E - Ground Level) Tech Talks • 1100 – 1500 (Exhibit Hall D/E Theaters - Ground Level) 28 AIR BEAT MAGAZINE l Conference Preview l 2024 The Blues - July ‘24 127
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