Overview

 

Open Skies And BVLOS

Grand Sky is the first and only fully operational commercial unmanned aerial systems (UAS) research and development park in the United States. Strategically located on the Grand Forks Air Force Base in North Dakota, Grand Sky is the hub of activities in the nation’s leading state for UAS flight testing, training and development.

Since 2015, Grand Sky has been the site of continuous UAS industry advancements and milestones, including the first trans-Atlantic MALE UAS flight and the first site to receive regulatory approval to host commercial beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) flights.

Explore The Grand Sky UAS Ecosystem

ECOSYSTEM

AIRSPACE ACCESS

Extensive runway, uncongested airspace and connectivity to additional airfields. No chase planes required.
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ECOSYSTEM

SUPPORT SERVICES

Working together to provide solutions for any mission.
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ECOSYSTEM

WORKFORCE RESOURCES

Multiple higher education institutions with UAS-specific programs and skilled workers to support your entire operational needs.
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ECONOMIC INCENTIVES

Local and state support available through a variety of programs and incentives.
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Fly at Grand Sky and Become a Part of History.

Schedule Your Tour Today And Explore The Possibilities.

Contact:
Jenny Arel
Grand Sky Development Company
218-791-1942

NEWS

Beyond Visual Line of Sight Flights Launch at Grand Sky

Grand Sky, the first and only fully operational commercial unmanned aerial systems (UAS)-focused research and development park in the U.S.
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General Atomics Expands Footprint at Grand Sky

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) will significantly expand the company’s presence at Grand Sky from its current 5.5 acres to 20 acres
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Grand Sky Congratulates GA-ASI on Milestone International UAS Flight

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems Inc. (GA-ASI), launched the first-ever trans-Atlantic flight at Grand Sky at approximately 12:48 p.m. local time.
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