Aviation Revolution: Remotely Piloted Aircraft

Kirkwood High School Keating Theater, 801 West Essex, Kirkwood, MO 63122

Registration not required. FREE and OPEN to Junior Academy members, middle and high school students and adults. Parking is free in Kirkwood High School lots.

Featured Speaker: Damon Lercel, Ph.D., Program Director and Assistant Research Professor, Center for Aviation Safety Research, Parks College of Engineering, Aviation and Technology, Saint Louis University

Remotely piloted aircraft are presenting a thought shift in aviation, one that stands to change our perspective on aviation and its applications– applications such as national security, scientific research and disaster relief. This revolution offers many challenges and exciting opportunities for both our future and the next generation aviation workforce. Join Parks College Center for Aviation Safety Research Program Director, Dr. Damon Lercel, for an introduction to remotely piloted technologies, insight into the future of aviation and a fascinating exploration of the opportunities on the horizon.