John Hoeven: “It takes a team to get things done.”

This $5.5 million award will enable the creation of a cUAS testbed, where private sector partners can work to integrate their technology with air traffic management systems.

Task Order 4 is a critical milestone for not only Project ULTRA but our efforts to advance North Dakota as a leader in counter-drone technology development.

That’s an essential step for making this technology work in the real world, so we can effectively protect against the misuse of drones.

Our nation faces a severe shortage of qualified pilots and air traffic controllers, while bureaucratic delays and outdated processes at the FAA keep these professionals from working for prolonged periods when they seek mental health care.