The NIST Drone Open Test Lane is a standardized testing environment designed to evaluate drone performance in navigation, autonomy, precision, and reliability. It provides a controlled, repeatable setting for manufacturers, researchers, and developers to benchmark and improve their systems. By simulating real-world scenarios, it ensures drones meet safety, regulatory, and operational standards, fostering innovation and trust in drone technology.

20 - Large: 7.5 liter (2 gallon) with 20 cm (8 in) diameter buckets
Labels for the buckets
Take off/Landing Pad for drone
Centerline
Digital Clock
Information for Pilot

4 OMNI Buckets
4 Buckets Have A,B,C,D on the outside of the bucket
16 Buckets have a single ring sticker on the inside of the bucket

Lend the NIST equipment from NCAT.

Build your Own NIST equipment
Stickers
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For programmatic questions on, contact:

Diana Robinson
Project Specialist, AUS-410
Unmanned Aircraft Systems Integration Office
Federal Aviation Administration
Diana.Robinson@faa.gov For technical questions, contact:

Zach Bladow
IT Specialist, NCAT
Zachary.Bladow@northlandcollege.edu