As drones grow more capable, accessible, and autonomous—in the wrong hands—the risks they pose to enterprise and government airspace increase. In and of themselves, drones are just tools. But when bad actors leverage them, what were once innovations of industry and recreation become instruments of disruption.
From unauthorized surveillance to payload delivery and operational interference, unlawful drone operators introduce complex threats to public safety, critical infrastructure, and corporate operations.
UVT is uniquely positioned to help organizations take control of their airspace. Our focus isn’t on moving boxes or pushing product. Instead, we deliver end-to-end counter-UAS (cUAS) programs that begin with risk analysis and result in operational readiness. Our approach is proactive, consultative, and backed by extensive field experience across public safety, defense, and commercial sectors.
Understanding the Threat: Starting with a Threat and Risk Assessment (TRA)
No two organizations face the same airspace threats. That’s why our programs begin with a detailed Threat and Risk Assessment (TRA). This structured evaluation identifies:
- The nature and frequency of drone incursions
- Actor types (malicious, careless, or accidental)
- Site vulnerabilities (launch points, blind spots, surveillance value)
- Threat scenarios (payload drops, data capture, disruption)
Leading these assessments is Chad Larman, a DRONESEC-certified expert with 19 years of Emergency Management experience conducting threat and risk assessment for local, state, and tribal governments , and private entities. Additionally, he is the former Drone Commander for the Oklahoma Disaster Task Force, and managed UAS support during tornadoes, floods, and other large-scale disasters. That experience gives Chad a unique lens on threat modeling and rapid risk mitigation.
UVT offers two TRA packages:
- TRA Basic: A site-specific drone vulnerability assessment, ideal for identifying gaps and outlining initial mitigation options.
- TRA Premium: A premium, subscription-based approach offering continuous risk analysis, hardware recommendations, training, and lifecycle support.
TRA isn’t a checkbox—it’s the blueprint. Every recommendation we make is built on the intelligence gathered through this process.
From Awareness to Action: Building a Layered cUAS Defense
Once our team has a complete understanding of your needs and the threat, we design a layered defense strategy tailored to your areas of concern, mission, budget, and operating environment.
An effective cUAS solution is never a single device—it’s an ecosystem. Our modular approach may include:
- RF detection systems to passively monitor drone activity
- Radar and optical sensors, including thermal imaging, for visual confirmation
- Remote ID tracking to pinpoint operators when compliant
- Real-time alerts and command software for situational awareness
We integrate best-in-class technologies, including solutions from trusted partners like DroneShield, to protect both fixed and mobile locations. Whether you manage a data center, NFL stadium, energy plant, or school campus, our systems scale to meet the complexity of your operations.
UAS Sentry, UVT’s Remote ID-based detection platform, offers a cost-effective, mobile-friendly option that fits perfectly into this layered architecture. For many organizations, it serves as the first layer of situational awareness, providing rapid visibility into nearby drone activity—even in environments where budget constraints limit access to radar or thermal systems.
From there, DroneShield’s advanced suite of sensors and effectors can be layered in to detect non-compliant drones, track flight paths, and deliver precision alerts. Their product suite includes fixed, mobile, and dismounted detection and defeat options—scalable for everything from temporary event security to persistent coverage for high-risk infrastructure. Leveraging AI-driven sensor fusion, DroneShield systems combine RF detection, radar, EO/IR feeds, and acoustic monitoring into a unified command-and-control interface. These integrations ensure real-time situational awareness and empower operators with high-confidence threat identification, even in RF-dense or complex urban environments. By combining UAS Sentry with DroneShield’s technology, UVT creates a scalable, tiered defense system tailored to each organization’s specific threat profile and budget.
We recognize that cost is a determining factor for many agencies and enterprises. That’s why our layered approach is built to be modular—allowing organizations to start with what they can afford today while creating a path to grow their capabilities over time.
These tools aren’t designed to fight drones—they’re designed to detect and deter misuse. The problem isn’t the technology—it’s how someone chooses to use it—these systems exist to prevent misuse from becoming a threat.
Empowering People: Training & Response Planning
Detection without action is just awareness.
UVT ensures that your security teams are fully equipped to respond with confidence. Our training programs go far beyond the basics, focusing on real-world application, situational awareness, and collaborative response. These sessions include:
- Hands-on exercises simulating real-world drone incursions and unauthorized drone activity
- Step-by-step walkthroughs of how to interpret and act on sensor alerts across various technologies
- Scenario-based drills that integrate your organization's unique layout and threat profile
- Policy development workshops that help formalize drone response protocols, reporting chains, and escalation procedures
- Chain-of-command planning and inter-agency coordination strategies to align internal teams with local and federal stakeholders
The effectiveness of any cUAS strategy depends not just on the tools in place, but on the people who operate them. That’s why we train your workforce to understand the technology, trust the intelligence it provides, and respond with clarity and confidence.
Again, it's not drones that are inherently the issue—it's whether the people behind them have the knowledge and responsibility to use them properly. Our training ensures your team knows exactly what to do when that isn't the case.
We don't just deploy hardware. We prepare your team to act and intervene when necessary, not just observe.
The UVT Approach: Experience Meets Execution
Every effective counter-UAS program is built on three operational pillars. These aren't theoretical ideas—they're the result of UVT's real-world experience integrating airspace security for enterprise and government clients across the country:
- Start with a Threat and Risk Assessment
- Know your vulnerabilities. Let intelligence drive every decision.
- Implement a layered, multi-sensor detection strategy
- There is no silver bullet. Integration is protection.
- Train your workforce and adapt policy accordingly
- Tools are only as effective as the people behind them.
Skipping any one of these steps leads to blind spots, wasted resources, and incomplete coverage.
The counter-UAS market is crowded with hardware vendors. But few offer true end-to-end integration. With UVT, you're not buying tech—you're investing in a comprehensive airspace security program, one that scales, adapts, and delivers long-term protection.
Whether you’re protecting a public event, prison, or power station, we'll help you:
- Understand your risk
- Build your defense
- Train your team
- Stay ahead of the threat
UVT's team of embedded specialists, field applications experts, and strategic advisors works with you from day one to ensure each phase of your airspace security program is implemented with precision, purpose, and adaptability.
Legislative Shifts: Preparing for What’s Next
As of 2025, new federal legislation is under consideration that could expand authorized use of drone mitigation technologies such as RF jamming and GPS spoofing for select high-risk sectors. This would empower organizations like stadiums, airports, and law enforcement to move beyond passive detection toward active neutralization.
UVT is closely tracking these developments. As regulations evolve, so do our solutions. We ensure your program remains compliant, capable, and current.
Let’s Talk Airspace Security
Don’t wait for the next threat or incursion to expose the gaps in your air defenses. Reach out to UVT today to schedule your Threat and Risk Assessment and begin designing your custom counter-UAS program.
Contact us to secure your airspace.