Our Mission

Supporting the advancement and integration of unmanned systems technology

Pioneering the Future of Unmanned Systems

We support companies, government agencies and research institutions in the development, deployment and integration of unmanned systems of all kinds - including air, ground and underwater.

Located onsite at San Bernardino International Airport (SBD), a key national transport and logistics hub in Southern California, the UAS Center at SBD was established in July 2020 as an enterprise fund under the Inland Valley Development Agency.

Our Core Pillars

Three foundational goals drive everything we do at the UAS Center

Advance Technology

Promote the advancement, adoption and integration of drone technology across industries and applications.

Create Safer Communities

Leverage drone technology to enhance public safety, emergency response, and community protection efforts.

Develop Workforce

Build and train the next generation of drone professionals through comprehensive education programs.

What We Do

Comprehensive services to support the unmanned systems ecosystem

Training Programs

FAA Part 107 prep, advanced flight training, and specialized courses

Facility Access

Flight testing areas, hangars, and research facilities

Policy Services

Compliance consulting, regulatory guidance, and program development

FlySafe Program

Community safety education and recreational drone guidance

Strategically Located at SBD

Our facility at San Bernardino International Airport provides unparalleled access to diverse airspace, testing environments, and transportation infrastructure - making it an ideal hub for unmanned systems innovation.

Airport Access

Direct runway and airspace access

Logistics Hub

Major freight and transport corridor

Modern Facilities

State-of-the-art hangars and labs

Diverse Terrain

Mountains, desert, and urban nearby