Midwest UAS Test Site of Indiana
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Test Here.
Advancing real-world testing, validation and deployment
A real-world environment where unmanned systems are tested in active airspace — with the speed and access needed to move from concept to capability.
Advancing real-world testing, validation and deployment
The Midwest UAS Test Site of Indiana provides a real-world environment where unmanned systems are tested in active airspace with the speed and access needed to move from concept to capability.
Built on Indiana's strengths in manufacturing, defense and research, the test site connects design, testing and deployment — supporting both commercial and national security applications.
Its purpose extends beyond validating functionality; it ensures that technologies are not only effective but also capable of scaling into operational, mission-ready capabilities.
Why test in Indiana
Of only 9 Federally designated UAS test sites in the nation
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Speed & Access
Fast, flexible access to testing environments with streamlined coordination and minimal friction.
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End-to-End Ecosystem
Integrated testing, manufacturing and top-tier research in one onshore ecosystem.
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Expanding Urban & BVLOS Testing
A 225+ mile BVLOS corridor has preliminary approval and a dense urban canyon component is proposed — both in development and subject to regulatory approval.
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Defense Installation Access
Access to military testing environments at Camp Atterbury, Muscatatuck and NSWC Crane.
Leadership Vision
What Indiana's leaders are saying
Our state is uniquely positioned to help lead the way in the development and deployment of this important technology. With our strong defense industry, advanced manufacturing capabilities, innovative colleges and universities, and skilled Hoosier workforce, Indiana is ready to help unleash American Drone Dominance.
Indiana has always stepped up to use our skills and labor to support America's defense. Indiana's advanced manufacturing capacity and our concentration of defense and research assets make us uniquely suited to lead in America's pursuit of drone dominance.
Built for testing.
Designed to scale.
Indiana brings together airspace, infrastructure and partnerships to support the full lifecycle of autonomous systems — from early testing to real-world deployment.
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Airspace & Test Infrastructure
Access to multi-domain airspace with agile business-speed contracting and rapid scheduling.
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Manufacturing Strength
The most manufacturing-intensive state in the U.S., with leadership in aerospace, automotive and advanced production.
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Research & Engineering
A strong technical foundation powered by Tier 1 universities, supporting next-generation capabilities.
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Defense Integration
Direct access to military testing environments and programs at Camp Atterbury, Muscatatuck and NSWC Crane.
Advancing the future of flight
Indiana's Midwest UAS Test Site is helping grow a domestic drone ecosystem by enabling real-world testing of advanced technologies. By supporting validation, manufacturing and deployment in one environment, Indiana is accelerating innovation while strengthening U.S.-based supply chains.
Test site capabilities
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Defense & Counter-UAS
Kinetic testing, electronic warfare (EMS) and threat mitigation.
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Public Safety & Urban Operations
Testing in complex environments, including GPS-denied areas, dense urban conditions and extended BVLOS corridors.
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Commercial & Agriculture
Logistics, precision agriculture and large-scale data collection.
Ecosystem & network partners
A statewide network of academic, defense and research infrastructure — connected by multi-domain airspace and major logistics corridors.
Defense & Military Assets
Research & Academic Partners
Sponsoring Organizations
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Contact & Inquiries
Connect with our testing operations team
Whether you are looking to schedule flight time, explore research partnerships, or integrate into our onshore supply chain ecosystem, connect with our team today.
Testing Operations Inquiries