All weekend long, enjoy exclusive drone-eye views of the Museum’s newest gallery, the Aviation Pavilion, filmed by renowned drone pilot and cinematographer Skip Fredricks. This footage will be shown in high definition on the video wall of the Charles Simonyi Space Gallery. Representatives from local drone companies and operators will also be on hand to answer questions and provide information about the burgeoning drone industry. State-of-the-art drones will be demonstrated hourly by Museum staff in the Aviation Pavilion throughout the weekend as well.
Skip Fredricks will be giving a public talk at 2pm on Saturday and Sunday in the William M. Allen Theater, highlighting his aerial photography and the incredible uses of drone technology. Skip will be available for a public meet and greet (with snacks and refreshments!) following the Saturday presentation.
Full schedule:
Saturday, June 17th
Noon to 5 PM | Charles Simonyi Space Gallery
See stunning drone footage of our newest gallery, the Aviation Pavilion, captured recently by our special guest Skip Fredricks. The footage will be shown on a loop all day. Nearby, talk with representatives from the drone world with our industry guests, featuring:
- Barnett Associates (aerial photography for real estate)
- Aerovel (makers of the Flexrotor long-range robotic aircraft)
2 to 3:30 PM | William M. Allen Theater
Public Presentation with 2X Emmy Nominee, Drone Consultant, Cinematographer, and FAA Pilot Instructor Skip Fredricks. This multi-media presentation will offer stunning videos and unique insight into the world of drone technology. Audience Q&A will be offered.
3:30 to 4:30 PM | Museum Lobby
Public meet and greet with Skip Fredricks. Still have questions for Skip? Join us for refreshments and snacks and with our special guest and ask him some one on one questions about drones!
Sunday, June 18th
10 AM to 5 PM | Charles Simonyi Space Gallery
See stunning drone footage of our newest gallery, the Aviation Pavilion, captured recently by our special guest Skip Fredricks. The footage will be shown on a loop all day. Nearby, talk with representatives from the drone world with our industry guests, featuring:
- Barnett Associates (aerial photography for real estate)
- Applewhite Aero (high-tech UAV startup located right here in Seattle)
- Aerovel (makers of the Flexrotor long-range robotic aircraft)
11 AM to 3 PM | Aviation Pavilion
“Drones on the Ones” – Speedy Staff Lead Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems Demos. See some new drone technology in action, operated by Museum staff!
(Specific times 11:01am, 12:01pm, 1:01pm, 2:01pm, and 3:01pm)
2 to 3:30 PM | William M. Allen Theater
Public Presentation with 2X Emmy Nominee, Drone Consultant, Cinematographer, and FAA Pilot Instructor Skip Fredricks. This multi-media presentation will offer stunning videos and unique insight into the world of drone technology. Audience Q&A will be offered.
These public programs are all free with daily admission to The Museum of Flight.
