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Zephyr utilizes real-world physics and an ever-expanding library of specialized modules to provide an accurate and immersive simulation environment By Mike Ball / 24 Jan 2025

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Zephyr is a state-of-the-art simulation and training software suite for drone industry professionals, instructors, and hobbyists. As a supplier partner, UST is highlighting the unique solutions and capabilities of Zephyr’s developer, Little Arms Studios, across our channels.

Zephyr’s UST supplier profile showcases the full-featured software platform, which trains pilots to operate safely and effectively according to FAA guidelines, and is constantly updated to keep pace with the evolving regulations and best practices within the industry.

Read on to find out more:

Bridge Inspection drone simulationZephyr utilizes real-world physics and an ever-expanding library of specialized modules to provide an accurate and immersive simulation environment that allows you to train and learn effectively without worrying about expensive hardware or bad weather. The advanced software runs on Windows and MacOS, and is available in almost every country around the world. It provides unique physics models for a wide range of popular sUAS models, making it the most accurate commercially available drone simulator on the market.

Zephyr is available in three different tiers for individual users – Beginner, Hobbyist, and Professional – each providing a tutorial and a selection of training modules developed in conjunction with drone industry professionals, as well as a free-flight mode.

Scenarios include:

warehouse drone navigation trainingWarehouse – Develop indoor and outdoor flight skills, and practice navigating your drone through tight spaces
Bridge Inspection – Locate and capture faults on various parts of a detailed bridge model
NIST/APSA – Training and test preparation for drone certifications
Football Stadium – A series of cinematography and broadcast-focused training modules

select zephyr simulation training moduleThe Zephyr platform is highly versatile and scalable, allowing drone businesses, government agencies, and educational providers to create training solutions that are tailored towards the unique requirements of their organization. Trainees can build their confidence and skills from almost anywhere in the world, taking advantage of state-of-the-art training that allows them to seamlessly transition to real-world missions.

Training modules and assignments can be organized into courses, and the platform provides convenient and comprehensive user tracking, performance measurement, and data management.

nist drone certificationThe Zephyr platform also allows users to achieve officially recognized virtual pilot certifications, developed in collaboration with the Airborne Public Safety Association (APSA). These include the APSA-NIST Basic Proficiency Evaluation for Remote Pilot (BPERP) Certificate, developed in accordance with the NIST Open Lane Test Methods for Small Unmanned Aircraft Systems.

To find out more about the Zephyr drone simulation and training software suite, please visit the profile page:
https://www.unmannedsystemstechnology.com/company/zephyr/

Posted by Mike Ball Mike Ball is our resident technical editor here at Unmanned Systems Technology. Combining his passion for teaching, advanced engineering and all things unmanned, Mike keeps a watchful eye over everything related to the unmanned technical sector. With over 10 years’ experience in the unmanned field and a degree in engineering, Mike’s been heading up our technical team here for the last 8 years. Connect

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