Joshua Ziering

Josh is the Founder & CTO of Aloft, the market leader in drone airspace systems & UTM technologies. As an accomplished UAV pilot, Josh has flown all manner of uncrewed aircraft for over 15 years and flown professionally for the NHL, ABC Television, and various manned-aviation airshows.

A recognized visionary leader, Joshua regularly writes about drone-related topics where he eagerly shares his love of aviation and (often-polarizing) opinions on the future of the industry. Josh is oft quoted in news publications and frequently presents at conferences and participates in panel discussions. A self-taught software programmer and serial entrepreneur, Joshua holds a bachelor’s degree in poetry from Arizona State University.

He is also a founding member of the FAA Unmanned Aviation Safety Team and an FAA Part 107 certificate holder.