Christopher Todd, your host, welcomes Chief Charles Werner to today’s episode. Chief Charles is the director of the DRONERESPONDERS Program. The two recap the latest developments affecting public safety drone operations based on last week’s FAA UAS Symposium, Remotely Piloted Edition. This symposium was structured in two parts, which brought together industry professionals and regulators to promote learning and growth within the UAS community. The FAA UAS Virtual Symposium was an exclusive opportunity to talk face-to-face with stakeholders from all sectors, where participants were also able to help define the rules and concepts that govern the future of drone operations.   Key Takeaways: [1:50] During a pandemic, the virtual symposium presented a great opportunity to make connections. [3:03] The virtual symposium set the tone for future reunions. [4:19] There was a higher level of engagement at the symposium. [5:40] The symposium is a great networking opportunity. [8:27] Something unique about this symposium was that the in-person meetings were all recorded. [9:58] The main topic of the second reunion was “Drones here for good.” [10:30] Charles talks about the top key takeaway moments that will have an impact on the public safety UAS sector. [11:16] Chris shares the mission of the APP program. [12:57] The case of Chula Vista´s UAS Drone Program. [14:20] The round tables were overflowing with public safety people. [16:55] Many meaningful conversations took place at the symposium and Charles shares the details of one of them which was about training. [21:07] Training as the number one priority. [24:32] The Public Safety Innovation Panel boarded the topic of how standardized training can blend into tactics. [26:30] Charles shares the takeaways from the Fire Service and UAS Panel. [29:50] The major city groups of Dones Responders. [32:15] What does the new tactical beyond visual line of sight operations waiver (TBVLOS) mean to public safety? [37:01] Drone Responders has created a template request for the TBVLOS. [41:26] The bond between public safety and the FAA is only getting stronger. [42:31] What to do if you want more information about TBVLOS.   Mentioned in this episode: Airborne International Response Team Presented by AiRXOS, part of GE Aviation with additional support from FIRSTiZ and Pix4D  AIRT is the leading 501(c)(3) non-profit organization supporting Drones For Good and Public Safety UAS Become a member of DRONERESPONDERS for free. FAA UAS Symposium