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Commercial UAV Expo 2026: Opening Keynote Announced

Published by: We Get Around Network | Press Release

Commercial UAV Expo has announced its Opening Keynote for 2026: "The View From the Field: What Operators, Pilots, and Fleet Managers Are Saying About the Commercial Drone Industry." The session takes place September 1 as part of the three-day event at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, running September 1 to 3.

The keynote is built around findings from the State of the Industry Survey 2026, a comprehensive research effort being conducted by Commercial UAV News and Pilot Institute. The survey gathers insights directly from drone pilots, fleet managers, operations leads, and regulatory compliance professionals on the front lines of commercial UAS — then brings those findings to life on stage with an unfiltered look at the trends, frustrations, and opportunities shaping the industry today.

Matt Collins, Content Manager at Commercial UAV News, will present the survey highlights before being joined by Greg Reverdiau, Co-Founder of Pilot Institute, for a wide-ranging conversation about what the data means for the commercial drone industry's trajectory.

Greg Reverdiau on why operator input matters: "This keynote will put voices of UAV operators at the center of the conversation. We want to hear directly from the people doing the work every day. Their perspective is invaluable as the industry navigates evolving regulations, shifting supply chains, and new technological capabilities. I encourage every pilot and operator to participate when the survey is launched. Your input will directly shape what we present at Commercial UAV Expo and help the entire industry understand where we need to focus."

Matt Collins on the survey's purpose: "This survey is an opportunity to move beyond speculation and bring real data to the conversation about where the commercial drone industry stands today. We want to understand where operators see opportunity, where they're hitting roadblocks, and what they believe needs to change. The findings from this survey will set the stage for meaningful discussions throughout the entire event."

The State of the Industry Survey 2026 launches in the coming weeks and will cover: FAA proposed Part 108 BVLOS framework, FCC Covered List impact on fleet procurement, adoption of autonomous and AI-assisted capabilities, airspace access challenges, workforce development, data security concerns, and the overall business outlook for commercial drone operations.

Industry professionals who want to participate and receive updates on the survey launch should visit www.expouav.com/attend.

Pilot Institute is an Event Partner for Commercial UAV Expo 2026 and will host The Pilot Hub on the show floor, offering daily expert talks, community connections, and guidance on FAA certifications, waivers, and career paths.

Opening Keynote details: www.expouav.com/keynotes

Register for Commercial UAV Expo 2026: https://wgan.info/CommercialUAVExpo

About Commercial UAV Expo:
Commercial UAV Expo, presented by Commercial UAV News, is an international conference and expo exclusively focused on commercial UAS integration and operation. The 2026 event runs September 1 to 3 at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, NV. Commercial UAV Expo is produced by Diversified's technology portfolio, which also includes Commercial UAV News, Geo Week, Geo Business (UK), and Digital Construction Week (UK).

Topics covered in this post include: Commercial UAV Expo 2026, State of the Industry Survey, Pilot Institute, Commercial UAV News, Greg Reverdiau, Matt Collins, FAA Part 108 BVLOS, FCC Covered List, autonomous drone operations, commercial UAS workforce development, The Pilot Hub, airspace access, drone fleet procurement

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