Breaking New Ground with Central UAS Technologies 

The content of this blog is derived from my interview with Kelley Wittenberg, Technical Sales Manager at Central UAS Technologies.

A New Chapter

Central UAS Technologies, formerly known as Leading Edge Aerial Technologies, has been making strides in drone development since 2014. Last November, they entered a new era when they were acquired by Central Life Sciences, a company they had partnered with for years. This acquisition has created a synergy and provided the resources to elevate their technology to greater heights.

Their Journey in Drone Development

The team’s journey began as a DJI distributor, offering Chinese-made drones. However, Bill Reynolds, the president of their company, wasn’t impressed with the swath patterns and droplet deposition of these drones. Drawing on his background in swath and droplet characterization and drift offset technologies, he decided to develop drones and spray technology himself. Thanks to his vision, the team now proudly manufactures their own cutting-edge drones equipped with a unique boom and nozzle configuration.

Introducing the PV40X

One of their drones is the PV40X, Precision Vision 40X—a versatile spray drone that caters to multiple applications. Kelley explains that this drone features interchangeable payload systems, including liquid payloads for pesticides and herbicides, granular systems for cover crop seeding, and ultra-low volume systems for mosquito control.

One of their defining attributes is being an American manufacturer. Based in Daytona Beach, Florida, Central UAS Technologies is one of only two U.S. drone companies producing NDAA Section 889-compliant drones. This is essential for government agencies, as Chinese drones are banned for aerial applications on federal lands and in many states.

Why Choose Drones?

Drones offer unique advantages over traditional ground rigs. They can access hard-to-reach areas, such as waterlogged fields or terrain damaged by feral hogs, where ground rigs are unable to operate. They provide precise applications and are a reliable solution for challenging conditions.

Want to Learn More?

Those interested in learning more about their drones can visit centralUAStech.com. Kelley adds that they love welcoming visitors to their Daytona Beach facility, where guests can see the manufacturing process and even test-fly a drone.