Doron Appelboim (Appel)

Doron Appelboim, also known as Appel, has a diverse work experience in the field of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) and aviation. Doron co-founded Aerolane in 2021, serving as the CTO. Prior to that, they worked at Amazon from 2014 to 2021. At Amazon, they led a team in the Cargo UAV Research department, focusing on improving speed, efficiencies, costs, inventory stock, safety, and environmental impact in e-commerce. Doron also held the role of Chief Flight Test Pilot at Amazon.

From 2010 to 2012, Appel worked at Aeronautics, where they developed the unmanned process concept and designed the conversion of a manned airplane into an unmanned vehicle.

Before that, Appel worked at IAI MALAT from 1994 to 2010. Doron held various positions including UAV Internal Test Pilot for multiple UAV platforms such as Heron TP, Eagle 1, B Hunter, F Hunter, and Searcher UAV. In these roles, they led teams, designed operational systems, conducted flight tests, provided customer support, and served as an instructor.

Overall, Appel has extensive experience in the UAV industry, with a focus on research, design, testing, and operational management.

Doron Appelboim (Appel) has obtained a degree in Aeronautics/Aviation/Aerospace Science and Technology, General from the University of Life. The specific start and end years of this education are not provided.