This award recognizes the impacts of NIST’s test methods for aerial drones developed with sponsorship by the DHS Science and Technology Directorate, along with their resulting use by the United States Secret Service, Border Patrol, and Coast Guard to support training with standard measures of remote pilot proficiency that provide the basis for their pilot credentialing programs.
In recognition of meritorious service to the Department of Homeland Security and the United States of America. This award recognizes high standards of achievement and innovation resulting in significant improvements in the way capabilities are developed and deployed within the Department’s operational components.