MFE Field Trials

Live Evaluation of NDAA-Compliant Drone Systems

The drone industry is entering a pivotal moment.

With increasing regulatory scrutiny, evolving U.S. policy, and growing concerns around supply chain security, industrial operators are asking the same question:

What does the next generation of drone programs look like?

MFE Field Trials is the first event of its kind designed to answer that question.

On April 17, 2026, MFE will bring together leading manufacturers of NDAA-compliant drone platforms for a real-world evaluation event focused on industrial inspection applications.

This is not a typical trade show.

This is where technology gets tested.

See NDAA-Compliant Drone Systems in Action

At MFE Field Trials, attendees will experience a full day of live demonstrations from the most innovative drone manufacturers in the industry.

You’ll see how these systems perform in real inspection environments and learn how they can support industrial operations.

This event is designed to show how NDAA-compliant drone technology can be deployed safely and effectively across complex industrial environments.

Be Part of the Industry’s First NDAA Drone Field Evaluation Event

The industrial drone ecosystem is changing quickly.

MFE Field Trials brings together the companies shaping the future of trusted drone technology for industrial inspection.

If your organization is evaluating NDAA-compliant drone platforms, this is the event you cannot afford to miss.

Date et heure

April 17, 2026
10am–5pm

Localisation

San Jacinto College Center For Petrochemical, Energy, and Technology

7901 Fairmont Pkwy
Pasadena, TX 77507

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A Critical Moment for Industrial Drone Programs

As U.S. policy continues to evolve around foreign drone manufacturers, many industrial operators are rethinking their long-term drone strategy.

MFE has its finger on the pulse of this transition.

For decades, MFE has helped industrial companies adopt the technologies that keep their facilities safer, more efficient, and more reliable. Now, as the drone ecosystem shifts toward trusted, NDAA-compliant platforms, we are bringing the industry together to evaluate what the next generation of inspection technology looks like.

MFE Field Trials is your opportunity to see these systems up close, ask questions, and evaluate the future of industrial drone operations.

NDAA-Compliant Drone Companies Joining Us

See how these systems support real-world inspection applications, including infrastructure monitoring, visual inspection with thermal imaging, and data capture for maintenance programs.

ACSL is a US subsidiary of a leading Japanese drone manufacturer focused on secure, NDAA-compliant unmanned aircraft systems for industrial and infrastructure applications. Founded in 2013 and publicly listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, the company is known for its precision manufacturing and strong security architecture. Its flagship platform, the SOTEN, is designed for missions such as critical infrastructure inspection and disaster response, featuring encrypted communications and modular sensor options for versatile data collection. ACSL-usa.com

FLIR, a Teledyne Technologies company, is a global leader in advanced sensing technologies that power many of today’s most capable drone systems. Known for its industry-leading thermal imaging et multispectral sensors, FLIR provides payloads that enable drones to detect heat signatures, identify gas leaks, monitor infrastructure, et capture critical contrôle data. These sensors are widely used across industrial, energy, public safety, et environmental monitoring applications, helping drone operators gather actionable insights in environments where traditional contrôle methods are difficult or unsafe. FLIR.com

Freefly Systems is a U.S.-based drone manufacturer known for building high-performance aerial platforms used in demanding commercial et industrial environments. Les company’s Alta X drone is widely recognized for its heavy-lift capability, modular payload integration, et open ecosystem that supports advanced sensors such as LiDAR, thermal, et high-resolution imaging systems. Designed for reliability et flexibility, Freefly platforms are commonly deployed for industrial inspection, mapping, et data capture where operators need customizable drone solutions capable of carrying specialized payloads. FreeflySystems.com

RT Robotique is the developer of HERA, an NDAA-compliant drone platform built for high-productivity industrial et commercial operations. Designed with heavy-lift capability, support for multiple simultaneous payloads, edge AI processing, et advanced obstacle avoidance, HERA is built to handle demanding missions that require flexible sensor integration et strong data security. For industrial teams, RT Robotique offers a versatile platform for inspection, mapping, et data capture in complex environments. RTRobotics.com

Skydio is a U.S.-based drone manufacturer et a leader in autonomous flight technology for enterprise et government applications. Built in the United States, Skydio drones use advanced AI-driven navigation et obstacle avoidance to operate safely in complex environments where manual flight is difficult. Their platforms are widely used for industrial inspection, infrastructure monitoring, et asset documentation, helping organizations capture consistent, high-quality data while improving safety et operational efficiency. Skydio.com

WISPR Systems is a U.S.-based drone manufacturer focused on secure, NDAA-compliant aerial platforms for enterprise et government missions. Its SkyScout drone is designed for durability et operational flexibility, featuring modular payload integration that supports thermal imaging, LiDAR, et high-resolution visuel sensors. Built for demanding environments, WISPR systems enable organizations to perform industrial inspections, infrastructure monitoring, et data collection while maintaining strong security et supply chain compliance. WISPRSystems.com

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What to Expect at MFE Field Trials

MFE Field Trials is designed to give attendees a look at the latest NDAA-compliant drone technology and how it performs in real industrial inspection environments.

LIVE FLIGHT DEMONSTRATIONS

Watch scheduled demonstrations as leading drone platforms perform inspection scenarios in real time.

FREE FLIGHT ZONES

Explore drone systems at your own pace and engage directly with manufacturers and MFE experts.

DIRECT ACCESS TO DRONE INNOVATORS

Meet engineers and product specialists from some of the most respected drone manufacturers in the industry.

REAL-WORLD INSPECTION APPLICATIONS

See how these systems support real-world inspection applications, including infrastructure monitoring, visual inspection with thermal imaging, and data capture for maintenance programs.

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Live demonstrations

on a live glycol unit used in real industrial inspection environments

Flight zone exploration

in dedicated free-fly zones designed for close evaluation of drone systems

Side-by-side comparison

from the most innovative drone manufacturers in the industry

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