Norton Test Range
Certified. Controlled. Cutting-Edge.
The Norton Test Range is designed to be a hub for innovation, research, and development in the UAS sector supporting a wide array of UAS applications, from commercial and agricultural use to disaster response and environmental monitoring. By providing secure and controlled facilities and environment for exhibiting and demonstrating drone technology, as well as maintenance, repairs, storage, and testing of drones, the Norton Test Range aims to attract industry leaders, researchers, and startups to the Inland Empire, positioning the Inland Empire region as a leader in UAS technology.
AIRSPACE FEATURES
- Access to restricted or controlled airspace
- BVLOS capabilities
- Altitude zones
- Urban and rural environments
GROUND INFRASTRUCTURE
- 60′ x 60′ (3.600 sqft) concrete launch pad
- Secure storage facility
- Lookout tower
- Room for staff vehicles and transport trailers
SUPPORT SERVICE
- Safety oversight
- Flight permissions and coordination
EDUCATION SERVICES
- Classes, seminars, training, and workshops for drone piloting
- Training of drone operators and pilots, including certifications
- Training in the use and operation of drones and consultation
- Systems integration training for drones
USE CASES
- BVLOS certification testing
- UAS Traffic Management (UTM) trials
- AI/autonomy training and validation
- Search and rescue simulations
- Drone swarm coordination
- Agricultural or infrastructure inspection trials
