Coffee Call 2/28 – Featuring Mr. David Ihrie

Join us for the upcoming DEFTECH Coffee Call featuring Mr. David Ihrie, who has prepared an insightful white paper on “Sharing Civilian Airspace Awareness Data for Enhanced Force Protection.” This discussion will explore a proposed Public-Private Partnership between the Commonwealth of Virginia and the United States Air Force to share real-time civilian airspace awareness data for improved force protection.

Mr. David Ihrie will walk us through the background, current assets, and the phased approach to integrating airspace data-sharing solutions, starting with Joint Base Langley-Eustis. Don’t miss this engaging session, where we will dive into the future of low-altitude airspace monitoring, counter-UAS advancements, and collaborative defense initiatives.

Event Details: Register Here!

This is a free webinar; however, pre-registration is required in order to receive the virtual platform credentials. 

Event Agenda 8:00 – 9:00 AM (EST): Open Discussions and Federal Technology Opportunities from DEFTECH

• Get the latest updates on federal technology opportunities and initiatives.
• Learn about resources available to support innovators and small businesses.

9:00 – 10:00 AM (EST): Featuring David Ihrie

• Highlights of white paper on Civilian Airspace Awareness Data for Enhanced Force Protection
• Learn about low-altitude airspace monitoring, CUAS, and collaborative defense initiatives
• Gain insight on upcoming opportunities and announcements

Why Attend?

• ​​Stay informed about federal technology trends and opportunities.
• Network with like-minded professionals and leaders from the innovation and defense ecosystem.

For questions or assistance, contact the North Carolina Defense Technology Transition Team (DEFTECH)

Bob Burton, DEFTECH Director | burtonr@ncmbc.us | 910-824-9609
TJ Gilroy, DEFTECH Program Manager | gilroyt@ncmbc.us | 910-638-4489
Jaycie Beam, DEFTECH Program Support Specialist | beamj@ncmbc.us | 910-882-2027

Register Here!