DAYTON, OH --- Sinclair Community College has been named an Original Equipment Manufacturer (OEM) training partner for Sky-Drones' SkyLane 250 and 350 Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) models. Sky-Drones is a UK-based leader in unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) avionics and AI-driven systems.

Details of the Partnership and Training

Following rigorous training in England, both in London and Northamptonshire, representatives from Sinclair's National UAS Training and Certification Center, including Seth Schwartz, Associate Director for Applied Research and Development, and Bruno Reichstadter, Associate Director for Advanced Air Mobility Training, earned OEM endorsement to conduct instruction and issue training certificates for the Sky-Drones' SkyLane 250 and SkyLane 350 UAS platforms. These aircraft are recognized for their exceptional long-range beyond-visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS) capabilities, optimized for delivery service or long-distance inspections. Since completion of training, Sinclair has engaged with U.S.-based clients to schedule training and has started including the SkyLane 350 in upcoming flight demonstration and research project work.

"We are excited to add the SkyLane UAS to our fleet and count Sky-Drones as a new OEM training partner," said Dr. Andrew Shepherd, Chief Research Officer at Sinclair. "The transitional vertical-takeoff-and-landing capabilities of the SkyLane allows for operations in constrained environments while the fixed-wing flight profile during cruise enables long duration flights. It is evident that SkyDrones has developed a world-class and highly capable system with utility in many applications of interest to academic, industry, and government users."

The partnership establishes Sinclair's National UAS Training and Certification Center as a hub for Sky-Drones' U.S. training operations, leveraging the college's proven flight training capabilities and UAS industry achievements. This expands on Sinclair's existing industry authorized training agreements with leading companies in the U.S., Europe, and Israel.

Sky-Drones' SkyLane series aircraft are equipped with the most advanced AIRLink flight controller, enabling AI-powered features, real-time video, and telemetry streaming, cloud-based mission planning with 3D maps, and advanced flight log analytics.

Global Deployment and Training Opportunities

"This partnership allows us to further strengthen our position as a leading unmanned systems supplier for U.S. customers," said Kirill Shilov, CEO at Sky-Drones. "Sinclair College, with its state-of-the-art facilities and extensive expertise in UAS education, will now provide tailored training programs on Sky-Drones' advanced UAV platforms. This collaboration ensures that both Sinclair's students and our U.S.-based clients gain access to cutting-edge training on advanced systems, while Sky-Drones streamlines its training operations across the region, delivering unparalleled value to the U.S. operators nationwide."

Sky-Drones' versatile UAVs have been deployed globally, including by UK, U.S., and other defense contractors, the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), UK Police forces, and various other government entities. Now, U.S.-based operators can experience SkyLane aircraft firsthand through Sinclair's tailored training programs and demonstrations at its state-of-the-art facilities in Dayton, Ohio or other locations nationally. With a range of up to 18 miles for training purposes at approved locations, participants can learn to operate the SkyLane UAS effectively in real-world scenarios.

About Sinclair Community College

Sinclair Community College offers more than 300 degree and certificate programs, including four bachelor's degrees, in specialized and technical areas of study that are in high demand in the Dayton region. Sinclair is recognized as a local and national leader in delivering high-quality and affordable higher education. Sinclair Community College was named the top college in the country for sustained and persistent student success when it received the esteemed Leah Meyer Austin Award from Achieving the Dream. One of the oldest and best-known community colleges in the nation, Sinclair was founded in 1887 and is a board member of the prestigious League for Innovation in the Community College. Visit https://sinclair.edu.

Sinclair College's National UAS Training and Certification Center represents the culmination of a focused vision dedicated to creating one of the most comprehensive and pioneering facilities for the advancement of the UAS industry through education, training, consulting, applied research and development, commercialization and technology transfer, modeling and simulation, and data analytics. Since 2008, Sinclair College has been at the forefront of UAS innovation, creating partnerships, developing leading curriculum, and investing significantly to establish a nationally prominent program dedicated to meeting the workforce needs of the growing UAS industry. Visit https://uas.sinclair.edu.

About Sky-Drones Technologies

Sky-Drones Technologies is a UK-based company driving innovation in unmanned systems, advancing autonomous flight and AI-powered mission intelligence. Revolutionizing the drone industry, Sky-Drones Technologies delivers cutting-edge solutions that enhance autonomous operations, AI analytics, and real-time mission control. Founded to push the boundaries of UAS capabilities, the company offers end-to-end UAS solutions for commercial, defense, and enterprise applications. Its mission is to empower drone manufacturers, operators, and service providers with advanced flight control systems, AI-driven analytics, and cloud-based software, unlocking the full potential of unmanned aerial technology. Visit https://sky-drones.com/skylane.