The Power of Partnership
Drone814 is built on strong collaboration across public, private, and community sectors. By uniting emergency services, aviation experts, and local organizations, the project tackles critical challenges in healthcare access that no single entity could solve alone. This spirit of partnership ensures that every piece of the system—from flight operations to public engagement—works seamlessly to deliver life-saving care faster and more effectively.
The Drone814 (ELSa-M3) project team is composed of several key partners, each playing a critical role in the initiative.
Project Leadership & Coordination
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Southern Alleghenies Planning & Development Commission (SAP&DC) – Lead organization overseeing project execution, funding, and regional coordination.
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Aerium – Lead subcontractor overseeing project management.
Community Engagement & Communications
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Aerium – Manages aviation innovation, workforce development, and community engagement.
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Saint Francis University – Supports public outreach and workforce training initiatives.
Emergency Services & Medical Oversight
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Cambria County Emergency Services – Oversees and integrates drone emergency medical deliveries into the existing 911 system.
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Somerset County Emergency Management – Supports and manages emergency medical drone deliveries in Somerset County.
Drone Operations & Technology Partners
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DroneUp – Provides flight operations, infrastructure setup, and regulatory compliance support for drone-based deliveries.
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Alaska Center for UAS Integration (ACUASI) – Supports safety case development, operational risk assessment, and sensor performance characterization.
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ATA Aviation –Leads overall system design, sensor integration, data calibration, and public data services through the Keystone Flight Information Exchange.
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Aloft – Handles flight planning, USS LAANC submission, and notice to operators.
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OneSky – Supports USS UTM integration and flight information management.