Exploration
A well-founded concept, based on how you work today.
- Analysis of where drones add value
- Tailored concept design
- Market study of the best options
Operational authorisations & drone integrations
Drone operations. Cleverly designed. Flown legally.
From your first flight to an entire fleet: Drone Architect integrates drones into your operations, with the right STS, PDRA or SORA authorisation. Independent advice, whether you are a sole trader, an industrial player or a government agency.
Choose your starting point
Find the right path for your organisation
Starting and growing operators
One drone. One permit.
For operators with simple, low-risk flights outside the Open category, using one drone model in (B)VLOS. You get a basic Operations Manual and the right STS, PDRA or SORA authorisation.
Business & organisationsAdvanced and complex operations
For operators with multiple drones and/or permits, BVLOS flights, drone-in-a-box with a remote operations centre, state operations, dangerous goods, VTOL, big drones…
Industry & governmentDrones integrated into your workflow
For government agencies and industrial players that want to deploy drones in their day-to-day operations, including training for their own staff who need to assess applications themselves.
Cleared for take-off
From energy companies and telecom operators to police services and the national aviation authority itself.
Jon Verbeke has provided solutions, legal compliance and training for
For Industry & government
Drone solutions for industry and government
Put drones to work in a way that is technically sound, operationally realistic and fully compliant with EU regulations.
You get advice that is strictly vendor-neutral and independent. Drone Architect does not sell drones, software or related services. Instead, we evaluate the market objectively and find a fit for your operational needs.
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Vendor-neutral advice
No drone sales, no software licences.
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EASA DVR first
First EASA Design Verification Review certification of a drone in the EU for M2 high robustness, for Nokia.
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Trains the regulators
Jon trains national Civil Aviation Authorities professionals who do this work every day.
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Practical experience at scale
Harbours, cities, offshore and critical infrastructure.
How a project proceeds
From analysis to full deployment
Permit & organisation
Compliant with EU drone regulation, however you organise it.
- Choice between STS, PDRA or SORA
- Complete permit file
- In-house drone division or subcontracting
Deployment
Tested in practice, then put into regular use.
- Proof of concept
- Full integration into your operation
- Follow-up when regulations change
For operators, manufacturers & resellers
Legal compliance
Operational ManualSORA / PDRA / STSBVLOSLUC-applicationRegulatory strategy
We build the regulatory dossiers that get drones flying legally within the European framework. For operators, manufacturers and resellers.
We work directly with you and, where needed, with your national Civil Aviation Authority. The result is a path that is clear, defensible and ready for what is next.
Training
Legal compliance training
Jon trains staff of national civil aviation authorities in EU drone regulation, SORA methodology and the critical review of authorisation files.
- More consistent decisions on authorisation applications
- Stronger, higher-quality applications from operators
- Support in drafting guidance material
Our unique expertise
At the crossroads of technology, regulations, and seamless operations
The drone sector is changing fast, on the technical, regulatory and operational front all at once. Jon Verbeke brings together 15+ years of experience in drone hardware and software design, VLOS and BVLOS flight operations, and in-depth knowledge of the regulations.
We have already set up drone operations in ports, cities, offshore and around critical infrastructure. Chances are we have tackled your question before.
Ready for take-off?