Influential Drones

10/13/2026

Dave Krause, President of Influential Drones and Test Manager of the Norton Test Range, is attending the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) Annual Meeting & Exposition in Washington, D.C., today, marking his fifth consecutive year at the event.

Many significant technological advancements emerge from healthcare and military applications, where innovation is driven by operational challenges, mission requirements, and reliability.

AUSA offers an opportunity to engage with manufacturers, explore emerging technologies, strengthen industry relationships, and stay informed on the forces shaping autonomous systems, robotics, and unmanned aviation.

For Influential Drones, understanding where technology is headed is just as important as understanding where it stands today.

If you’re attending AUSA and see Dave on the exhibit floor, say hello! 👋

09/14/2026

09/13/2026

Ever attend a concert at an airport where the band is singing outta the belly of the airplane? Now’s your chance!

Our friends at the Flysbd - San Bernardino International Airport - SBD are having their annual Cruising at Altitude concert Halloween night, Oct 31 2026.

Details can be found on Eventbrite
https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cruising-at-altitude-live-concert-on-world-famous-plane-stage-tickets-1997641479440

Checkout this wrap up video of last years concert compiled by Billy Kyle

https://youtu.be/JMkSCUTwZbQ?si=5U4Bdmv2HOc2l45b

Fun for everyone with live music on the World Famous Plane Stage. F...

09/12/2026

Some missions need more than portable power. They need a power architecture that can grow with the operation.

The Sentient Industries METEOR Tactical Power System uses a daisy-chain design to expand available power as requirements increase. Built to MIL-SPEC standards for rugged outdoor environments, it operates without IR, electromagnetic, or acoustic signatures.

That makes it well suited for remote operations centers, tactical command posts, and remotely operated robotic systems where power demands can quickly grow beyond a single source and stealth matters.

Build the power system around the mission. Expand it when the mission expands.

09/12/2026

Remote operations require reliable, independent power.

At just 46 lbs, the Instagrid GO can support drone operations from a vehicle or in the field without relying on generators or utility power.

With 3.6 kW (30A) continuous output and 18 kW peak power, it can handle everything from drone batteries, computers, and communications to demanding construction equipment throughout the workday.

We’ve tested it under both use cases. Whatever the application, wherever the mission takes you, reliable power matters.

08/30/2026

Flying a drone is one thing. Maintaining the precision to operate confidently in confined and complex environments is another.

Precision flying requires control, spatial awareness, and an understanding of how the aircraft responds when margins get smaller. Those skills are developed through practice, and they can diminish when they are not regularly exercised.

Confined-space flight training creates an opportunity to slow things down, challenge aircraft control, and reinforce the fundamentals in a controlled environment.

Proficiency isn’t something you achieve once. It is something you maintain. Come train with us.

08/27/2026

When everything else goes dark, when disaster strikes, and when other products stop working, FoxFury has a solution. Their equipment remains trusted because it is durable, reliable, and built to be ready when it matters.

While on the road, we often see FoxFury products already deployed in the field. It makes perfect sense. Some may see lighting as a secondary convenience, but organizations that value safety and preparedness don’t treat lighting as an afterthought. Reliable scene lighting is staged, maintained, and ready before it is needed.

In an emergency, darkness creates another layer of unpredictability. Visibility is part of readiness, and readiness is part of the mission.

http://www.foxfury.com

08/25/2026

Being sure-footed isn’t about always knowing exactly where the path leads. It’s about trusting your footing enough to keep moving when the terrain gets difficult.

Experience teaches you where to step. Challenges teach you how to recover when you stumble. And confidence comes from knowing that even when the ground shifts beneath you, you can adapt, regain your balance, and continue forward.

“train like you operate”

08/07/2026

This image is a powerful reminder that the National Airspace System is constantly changing. Today, a large Temporary Flight Restriction (TFR) blankets much of northern New Jersey and the surrounding area, affecting where drones and manned aircraft can legally operate.

A mission that was perfectly legal yesterday may not be legal today.

Whether you’re flying for public safety, commercial work, research, or recreation, checking the airspace before every flight isn’t just a best practice—it’s a responsibility. TFRs can be established for VIP movement, disasters, major events, wildfire operations, space launches, and other situations where protecting the airspace is critical.

Professional pilots don’t guess…
They verify.

07/15/2026

Getting a drone out of the box is only the beginning. Properly configuring each system for its intended mission takes time, attention, and a consistent process.

We are trusted by schools to help bring aviation into the classroom. For these projects, every aircraft is inspected, updated, calibrated, configured, and tested before it ever leaves the ground. Goggles are set up. Video links are verified. Radio systems are checked. Failsafes are validated. Flight modes are confirmed. Each system is prepared for the students and the environment in which it will be used.

We believe preparation is part of professionalism. Whether we’re supporting public safety, research, commercial industry, or schools, every successful mission starts with a disciplined preflight setup before the aircraft takes off.

-Influence through preparation.-