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![]() Andrew Shelley, PhDChief Executive
Andrew is an active researcher and writer on issues related to drones. You can read some of his work here:
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![]() Chris JacksonFlight Standards Manager
As Flight Standards Manager, Chris is responsibile for setting and maintaining the standards for flight training and testing for ASMS’ UAS training activities. He has oversight of our basic flight training, initial issue flight test, Part 102 Operational Competency Assessment, and Night Rating assessment. Chris also holds CAA "approved person" status for inspecting and approving the construction of UAS with a gross mass of more than 15kg. For more information visit the Jackson UAS website. |
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![]() Rochelle NicholasOperations Manager
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![]() Vicky BauckeOffice Administrator
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UAV Agricultural Training |
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![]() John FunnellAgricultural Instructor
Read John's book “Rescue Pilot”: http://penguin.co.nz/books/rescue-pilot-9781775538493. |
David LathamAgricultural InstructorDavid is ASMS’ agricultural representative in the Deep South. He has over 25 years’ experience in the industry with over 8,000 hours flying agricultural operations and extensive experience in aerial firefighting. When he’s not flying, David is an expert horseman and a Director of Flying Horse Ltd. |
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UAV Examiners and Instructors |
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![]() Chris RobertsonUAV ConsultantChris has a wealth of experience in small and large UAV operations, including as Flight Test Engineer for Pyka. As a UAS Consultant, Chris is responsible for developing the capability of customers to utilise UAS in their operations, including by way of delivering training and conducting assessment, developing procedures, assisting with Part 102 certification, and providing technical advice. He is also be available as a contract pilot or team member for customers. |
![]() Paul BealingUAV Flight ExaminerPaul is UAS Operations Manager and a Geospatial Science Technician with the Department of Geography, University of Canterbury. He has extensive experience in using UAVs and USVs to support research activities, including in extreme environments. |
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![]() Jack WoonUAV Flight ExaminerJack is our resident Kiwi-Malaysian award winning film maker, director, and producer. You can find Jack on the Unko Films website and Instagram. |
![]() Yongxi HeUAV Flight ExaminerYongxi is an expert drone racer and a professional airline pilot. In his spare time Yongxi likes to eat hashbrowns. |
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