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Stinson Aerial was honoured to participate in a two-day emergency response training session alongside CERRA, the National Institute of Standards and Technology (NIST), the Edmonton Police Service Bomb Squad, and the Edmonton Fire Service. During the event, we demonstrated the emergency response capabilities of the DJI Fly Cart 30…

Stinson Aerial Services Inc. was honoured to exhibit at the 2024 Lower Nicola Indian Band (LNIB) Economic Development Open House. Our relationship with LNIB, established in 2021, has focused on providing AIRS Basic and Advanced flight training for their Fisheries and Aquatics teams, developing workflows, and providing crewing services…

Following a crew change after assisting with wildfires in Williams Lake the previous night, Stinson Aerial proudly showcased its expertise at the 2024 Comox Nautical Days Festival. One of our advanced pilots from the University of British Columbia’s Mechanical Engineering faculty led the operation. Operating under a Special Flight…

Meaningful Collaboration for Sustainable Change. Stinson Aerial participated in the 2024 conference as an exhibitor and participated in the special 'Career Day' activities on Saturday, aimed at engaging local youth. During Career Day, aspiring pilots and individuals interested in drone technology had the chance to fly a small drone through…

The annual Student UAS Competition is an opportunity to promote and develop Canadian expertise and experience in unmanned systems technologies at the university and college levels. Competitions for 2023 & 2024 were hosted by the Centre d’Excellence sur les Drones (CED) @ Alma, Quebec.  2 Phases: Phase 1: Design Paper…

May 2024 saw Stinson Aerial become a member of the Interior Loggers Association. We exhibited at the outdoor conference pavilion in Kamloops, BC with many interesting conversations around the use of drone technology in Forestry. Temperatures were warm to say the least! The ILA co-hosted a BC Forest Safety Council mini…

Our team showcased cutting-edge drone solutions for the forestry industry. Attendees explored drone training, forestry applications, and heavy-lift drone solutions. Engaging in meaningful conversations, we are grateful for the opportunity to share insights and innovations with everyone who visited our booth, making a mark on the future of technology in…

AIRS™, or Advanced Instruction for Real-world Success, is our comprehensive training program designed to equip individuals and organizations with the knowledge, skills, and practical experience needed for successful and impactful drone operations. Key Components of AIRS™: Training (Basic or Advanced) Workflow Development Crewing Services Through specialized instruction in flight training, workflow…

Our team had the chance to attend a conference in Ottawa to see what others in the drone industry across Canada were working on. AEAC is Canada's only conference addressing all aspects of Canadian drone operations and outward focus into the future.

2023, our busiest year to date, we spent over 100 nights on 58 wildfires in British Columbia. Using drones for rapid aerial surveillance, we identified over 80,000 hotspots, covered over 5,000 km BVLOS, and delivered crucial timely data, enhancing ground personnel's situational awareness for more effective wildfire management. We envision…