UAV CORP (UMAV) TO BUILD THE LARGEST LIGHTER THAN AIR DRONE HANGER IN THE STATE OF FLORIDA

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UAV Corp (UMAV) has selected Winfield Construction as the General Contractor to build a new Lighter Than Air Drone Hangar in Port St. Joe, Florida, with final plans due by August 2022. This hangar, measuring 100 feet high and 300 feet long, represents a significant investment for UAV Corp, enhancing its capabilities in unmanned systems. Gulf County has allocated $1,034,000 in infrastructure funds for this development. The project aims to establish UAV Corp as a premier global player in the drone industry, allowing local manufacturing and testing operations.

Positive

• Awarding of the General Contractor for the hangar project signals advancement and investment in infrastructure.
• Establishment of a locally manufactured drone testing facility enhances operational efficiency.
• Investment from Gulf County supports the development of the Skyborne hangar, promoting local economic growth.

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• None.

Port St. Joe-Wewahitchka, Florida, July 05, 2022 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UAV Corp (OTC Pink: UMAV) awards Winfield Construction as General Contractor for the build of the of the new Lighter Than Air Drone Hangar. Final Plans for the hangar and site for building permits are scheduled for July-August 2022.

The completion of Florida’s first 100-foot high and 300-foot long Lighter than Air Drone hangar is a big step for the continued growth of UAV Corp as a premier global builder of unmanned systems for domestic and international customers. “Our company will become a one stop shop for our clients that  can come to Costin Airport in Port St. Joe, Florida to feel, touch and experience the excitement of their new drone launching over the Gulf of Mexico,” stated Michael Lawson CEO.

 Gulf County opened bids at their regularly scheduled meeting of May 24,2022, for $1,034,000 in infrastructure funds earmarked to support the development of UAV Corp’s Skyborne hangar and operations facility in Port St. Joe Florida. The county is in the process of evaluating the bids according to Jim McKnight, Executive Director Gulf County Economic Development Coalition. McKnight added “during my visits to Skyborne Technology’s Wewahitchka manufacturing facility I have been impressed by the attention to detail and craftsmanship. Our Gulf County leadership team and representatives of the State of Florida are excited by the progress of on this project and look forward to witnessing the ship in the air this summer!”

Our airport in Port St Joe is turning out to be a great investment for our shareholders.  With our planned upgrades and our ability to manufacture locally, then assemble at our new hanger, launching, flight tests and recover our drones at our own airport gives us unique development abilities.  By operating our own facilities, we can continually upgrade our systems, test fly and evaluate our drones to produce for our clients the best product available.” Stated Billy Robinson, Chairman

About UAV Corp

UAV Corp (UMAV) is a Research and Development holding company with a focus on Communication Aerospace and Environmental Solutions. Researchers at UAV Corp are actively engaged in solving transformative problems for the government and commercial clients. We are working on a wide range of topics including but not limited to advanced communication, Lighter than Air and Drone Technology and low altitude analysis of carbon dioxide (CO2) conversion, new energy processes, biomass conversion, energy efficiency crop and mining management. UAVs wholly owned subsidiary Skyborne Technology, Inc. has significant investments in research & development of Intellectual Property and proprietary designs in areas covering semi-rigid and rigid lighter than air designs, reverse-ballonet technology, mooring and hybrid propulsion that have competitive advantages for both its Spherical and Cylinder Class tether/lighter than air designed drones. Skyborne Technology has a manufacturing facility in Wewahitchka, Florida and owns the airport in Port St. Joe, Florida for manned and unmanned operations.

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Contact:
UAV Corp
OTC: UMAV
Billy Robinson, Chairman
504-722-7402
brobinson@uavcorp.net
www.uavcorp.net   
https://twitter.com/UAV_Corp 

Deborah Cheek, Communications Director
850-588-1747

FAQ

What is the significance of UAV Corp's new drone hangar project in Florida?

UAV Corp's new drone hangar project is significant as it represents a multi-million dollar investment in local infrastructure, enhancing their capabilities in unmanned systems.

What are the dimensions of the new hangar that UAV Corp is building?

The new Lighter Than Air Drone hangar will be 100 feet high and 300 feet long.

How much funding has Gulf County allocated for UAV Corp's drone hangar?

Gulf County has allocated $1,034,000 in infrastructure funds to support the development of UAV Corp’s new hangar.

When are the final plans for the UAV Corp hangar expected to be completed?

The final plans for the UAV Corp hangar are scheduled for completion in July-August 2022.

How does the new hangar contribute to UAV Corp's growth?

The new hangar will allow UAV Corp to manufacture and test drones locally, making it a one-stop shop for clients interested in unmanned systems.