Who is
DroneUp?
We are a technology company built that is on years of complex airspace management and UAS operations experience.
We understand what it takes to create coordinated, safe, scalable autonomous airspace.
Our Approach
Where others see complexity, we build clarity. Our dual-channel solutions serve both authorities (ATOM for digital airspace management) and operators (Uncrew for autonomous operations), working independently or together as a complete ecosystem.
Our Foundation
Veterans from military, law enforcement, special operations and airspace policy bring real-world expertise to every solution. We don't build theoretical technology - we create tools that work in actual operational environments.
Our Purpose
We exist to bridge this critical gap by uniting regulatory oversight with operational excellence. Authorities need awareness, control, and threat mitigation. Operators need autonomous platforms without vendor lock-in. Both need seamless coordination.
Our Commitment
To revolutionize airspace management and advance BVLOS autonomy without vendor lock-in, creating autonomous airspace infrastructure that makes operations practical, scalable, and safe for everyone.
Our History
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Tom Walker
Founder & CEO
Former Navy officer, nuclear engineer, and Special Operations leader advancing low-altitude airspace modernization. A trusted advisor to Congress and senior federal officials on autonomy, national security, and aviation, he is widely recognized as an industry authority. His expertise has been sought on White House panels, and he has testified before the Homeland Security Subcommittee on emerging drone threats.
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John Vernon
Co-founder & CTO
A seasoned technologist and product leader, John advances autonomy-first platforms for unmanned aircraft, driving secure flight authorization, dynamic restrictions, and Remote ID. With a background in networking and product engineering, he has built high-performing teams delivering standards-based systems that strengthen airspace security and protect critical infrastructure. He also served on the FAA rulemaking committee for beyond visual line of sight operations.