Kansas lawmakers hear industry plan to expand drone and advanced air mobility testing and infrastructure
Industry, universities and military representatives told the Committee on Transportation that Kansas can lead advanced air mobility testing if the state coordinates radar coverage, vertiport pilots and workforce incentives; speakers highlighted a $3 million legislative investment in BVLOS radar and urged a phased, ROI‑focused statewide plan.
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Industry and university officials told the Committee on Transportation on Jan. 20 that Kansas is well positioned to expand advanced air mobility (AAM) and unmanned aviation testing, but that realizing economic and public‑safety benefits will require coordinated state infrastructure and regulatory engagement.
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