Brian Fentiman

Biography

Brian graduated Magna Cum Laude from BCIT with a Diploma of Telecommunications Technology and then spent 34 years as a civilian member of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) as a communication specialist. Brian’s duties included radio communication system design and operational field support to Emergency Response Teams and special investigations. In 2014 Brian was asked to build a UAV program to support the RCMP’s Critical Incident Program in British Columbia. In less than 3 years Brian grew the RCMP UAS program in BC from 4 aircraft to 53, implemented in-house training for all platforms, taught ground school, and launched a UAV countermeasures program. Brian has worked with numerous agencies such as Defense Research Development Canada, Canadian Special Forces, and the Prime Minister’s Protective Detail. Brian is currently the CEO/CTO of BlueForce UAV/C-UAS Consulting and provides services to law enforcement, federal/provincial government agencies, and corporate clients. His experiences are relatable and help new clients to learn how to handle all situations with confidence. There is a lot of hype and dubious claims made by many C-UAS companies. Brian is adept at exposing the truth and ensure that clients fully understand the capabilities, or limitations, of any C-UAS system they are considering. After 34 years of public service, Brian still wants to ensure public safety agencies get the best systems they can afford even if they aren’t his clients. Significant Achievements:

• The first certified check pilot in Canada for UAS Beyond Visual Line of Sight.
• The first operational deployment in Canada for UAV counter measures at a major security event.
• The first operational deployment of UAS in support of a major event (North America Leadership Summit)
• Numerous SFOC’s approved for >400’, BVLOS in an aerodrome environment, and UAV’s > 25kg. Certifications and Experience: Private Pilot
• Holder of a US Part 107 Airmen’s Certificate.
• Level 1 Complex RPAS pilot certificate and Flight Reviewer
• Member of Standards Council of Canada
• Co-author of RPAS 101 guide
• ISO working group member for UAS Operations and C-UAS Standards
• Owner/instructor of Transport Canada compliant Level 1 Complex RPAS Ground School
• Member of the RPAS CABAL