what we are about

Frontline UAS is a full service Unmanned Aerial Systems consulting company that specializes in the design and implementation of UAS programs for public safety agencies, who are on the front lines every day. We teach our clients how to interact with the FAA and design a program that adheres to industry best practices for the safe operation of Unmanned Aerial Systems in the National Airspace System.

Frontline UAS also provides aerial imaging services and specializes in the production of videos and imagery for real estate agents.

Chad Karlewicz - Owner/Operator

Chad is a 30-year veteran law enforcement professional. He developed and implemented a large scale UAS program for his agency, consisting of 36 pilots with 34 Unmanned Aerial Vehicles.  He has extensive experience in obtaining FAA Blanket and Jurisdictional Certificates of Authorization for public safety agencies wishing to conduct Public Aircraft Operations. He is also an FAA part 107 certificate holder.  Chad is the Deputy Director of DRONERESPONDERS, the fastest growing non profit organization dedicated to public safety UAS use. He is integrally involved in the development of best practices for public safety drone use. Since 2016, Chad has used these skills to assist other public safety agencies with the development and implementation of comprehensive UAS programs.