Why UTAC is Unmatched for UAS Training
Immersive Real-World Training
Train in 830 acres of hyper-realistic environments including urban cityscapes, collapsed structures, underground tunnels, and specialized testing ranges.
Hands-on Flight Time
Get more stick time in 3 days than most programs offer in weeks. Practice with the latest unmanned systems under the guidance of world-class instructors.
Elite Networking
Connect with UAS operators from public safety, government, and defense organizations worldwide. Share tactics, techniques, and procedures with the best in the field.
Who Attends UTAC 2025?
- PUBLIC SAFETY: Law enforcement, fire, rescue, emergency management
- GOVERNMENT: Federal agencies, security organizations
- DEFENSE: US military, NATO forces, partner nations
- ENTERPRISE: Critical infrastructure, security professionals
PAST ATTENDEES INCLUDE: logos of different agencies that have attended
"I loved UTAC; it was hands-down one of the best UAS training courses I have ever attended." — Public Safety Attendee, Chula Vista Police Department
Fully Immersive Environment
The Guardian Centers of Georgia provides an unparalleled training environment for unmanned aerial systems:
- 830-acre tactical training campus
- 75-acre urban cityscape with 80+ structures
- Underground subway and tunnel systems
- Flooded village for maritime operations
- Live-fire ranges and breach sites
- Collapsed structure training zones
- 24/7 day and night operations capability
What You'll Experience
Tactical Training Scenarios
- Day and night flight operations
- Search and rescue missions
- Building clearing operations
- Evidence collection
- Tactical deployment
- Disaster response
- Human-machine teaming
Certification Opportunities
Earn NIST-proctored standardized certification for your UAS proficiency—recognized industry-wide and validating your skills as an elite operator.
Learn From Industry Leaders
Access workshops and training led by:
- Expert UAS instructors
- Tactical deployment specialists
- Technology innovators
- Military and public safety veterans
"UTAC is truly unique. Tactical training lanes have been expertly crafted in complex terrains and attendees learn through repetition how to utilize robotic systems to best enable mission success."
— Defense Attendee, U.S. Military
Experience The Latest Technology
Test and evaluate cutting-edge unmanned systems:
- Tactical drones and sUAS platforms
- FPV systems
- Quadruped robots
- Ground and maritime systems
- Payload technologies
- Command and control systems
- Counter-UAS solutions
Meet with leading manufacturers including Boston Dynamics, DJI, Skydio, RED CAT, and dozens more industry innovators.