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Our Facilities

State-of-the-art facilities for UAS testing, training, and operations

World-Class Infrastructure

UAS Center Facilities at San Bernardino Airport

The UAS Center at SBD offers dedicated facilities to support drone training, testing, and integration at San Bernardino International Airport. The center provides FAA-approved airspace for flight operations, hands-on pilot training including Part 107 preparation, and designated areas for demonstrations and technology testing. Designed to support industry, public agencies, and education partners, the facility serves as a hub for safe, real-world UAS innovation and workforce development.

Norton Test Range
Secure Testing Environment

Flight Operations Site

Outdoor Training Drone Instruction Drone Training

Training & Operations Facility

Indoor classrooms and outdoor flight areas for comprehensive UAS training

1.6
Acres Secure Outdoor Space
960
Sq. Ft. Operations Center
576
Sq. Ft. Storage

Available for Rent

Our Flight Operations Site is a secure and monitored location that includes an outdoor testing and demonstration area, fully equipped indoor operations center, and a drone/equipment storage shed. The site is available to rent for:

  • Product testing and validation
  • Demonstrations and presentations
  • Training programs
  • Research and development initiatives
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"We were very grateful for the opportunity to utilize the UAS Center at SBD for our recent product demonstration. The state-of-the-art facilities and resources provided by the Center were instrumental in showcasing the capabilities and performance of our products."
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Adam Bilmes
Business Development Director & Co-Founder, Inspired Flight
Methow Valley, North Cascade Mountains

Remote Training Site — Washington State

Specialized drone pilot training for quick response drone (QRD) operations in real-world austere environments.

Remote Training Site in Washington

Year-Round Training in All Conditions

From extreme cold to extreme heat — we provide real-world training experience in austere environments with small groups of 3-5 students.

About the Facility

At a private location in the Methow Valley, nestled in the North Cascade Mountains, we provide specialized drone pilot training for quick response drone (QRD) operations to federal, state and local government agencies.

The UAS Center at SBD instructor in Washington brings decades of experience to you at the highest levels of hands-on training and education. We work with small groups of 3-5 students at a time for personalized instruction.

Training Provided For

Search and Rescue Law Enforcement SRT/SWAT K9 Units Wildland Firefighters Municipal Fire Emergency Services

Topics Covered

CalTopo Lost Person Behavior Off-Grid Operations Dynamic Deployment Counterdrone Ops SAR Drone Operations Overwatch / Intel

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Washington training site
Washington training site
Washington training site
Washington training site
Washington training site
Washington training site
Meeting Space
4,000
Sq. Ft. Headquarters
Available for Rent

Meeting Space

Our headquarters includes a professional conference room and a large meeting area, perfect for team gatherings, presentations, workshops, and collaborative sessions. Both spaces are available to rent for your organizational needs.

Conference Room

Professional setting for meetings

Presentation Ready

AV equipment available

High-Speed WiFi

Stay connected

Large Meeting Area

Flexible space for events

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Need a More Advanced Solution?

The Norton Test Range offers 15 miles of FAA-approved testing environment with controlled airspace, BVLOS capabilities, and specialized infrastructure for advanced UAS research, development, and demonstration.