Time: 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM ET
Description: Learn the basic definitions of drones (Unmanned Aerial Systems - UAS) and federal regulations/laws. Understand the requirements for education and training to become a Certified Remote Pilot to operate drones for commercial, government, and personal use. Operations for urban forestry, utility forestry, and traditional forestry applications. Where is the future of drones heading, given all the regulatory changes and bans on drones from China and Russia?
Presenter: David Bienemann is the municipal arborist and utility forester for the City of Hamilton, Ohio, overseeing tree planting, maintenance, and utility line clearance. He also leads the city's drone operations as an FAA Part 107-certified sUAS pilot. David teaches horticulture as an adjunct professor at the University of Cincinnati’s DAAP School.
His past roles include serving as a municipal arborist for Bowling Green, Ohio, and as Manager of Forestry for Ohio Edison. He holds degrees in Forestry (Iowa State University) and Labor Economics (University of Akron). An ISA Certified Arborist and TRAQ credential holder since 2004, David has been an ISA member since 1993 and has been actively involved with the Ohio Chapter ISA for over 30 years, including serving as president. He has contributed to numerous public education efforts and professional committees.
In his free time, David enjoys hunting, fishing, hiking, traveling, reading, and time with family.
ISA CEUs: 1.0 Certified Arborist, Urban Forest Professional, Utility Worker, Tree Worker, BCMA Management