ABOUT US
Frontline UAS is a comprehensive consulting firm specializing in Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) program design and implementation for public safety agencies actively engaged in frontline operations. We provide strategic guidance to our clients on navigating Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) regulations and assist in developing UAS programs that comply with industry best practices, ensuring the safe operation of Unmanned Aerial Systems within the National Airspace System.
Frontline UAS also provides various aerial imaging services for a variety of sectors.
CHAD KARLEWICZ - OWNER/OPERATOR
Chad is a 34+ year veteran, currently active, law Enforcement professional. He developed and implemented a large scale UAS program for his agency, consisting of 30+ pilots with 40+ Unmanned Aerial Vehicles. He has extensive experience in obtaining FAA Blanket and Jurisdictional Certificates of Authorization for public safety agencies wishing to conduct Public Aircraft Operations. He is well versed in all available waivers for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations and has assisted numerous agencies in receiving waivers for such operations. He is also an FAA part 107 certificate holder. Chad is a Board member of the Law Enforcement Drone Association (LEDA) which is dedicated to the development of industry best practices for the use of drones in public safety. He is integrally involved in the development of curriculum for public safety personnel in the use of drones in public safety. He has also served as a Deputy Director for DRONERESPONDERS. Since 2016, Chad has used these skills to assist other public safety agencies with the development and implementation of comprehensive UAS programs.