Shaping and enabling the future of flight
Welcome
STS Aero is a UK-based specialist aviation consultancy focused on shaping and enabling the future of flight, with particular expertise in Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and their integration into the wider aviation ecosystem.
We help organisations navigate the complex regulatory, operational and technological challenges associated with new and emerging forms of aviation. From developing policy and regulatory frameworks to enabling new UAS operations and integrating new airspace users, we help create the conditions for safe, practical, and scalable innovation.
Our team brings extensive experience across UAS, Air Traffic Management, airports, airlines, government and technology. By combining these perspectives, we understand the challenges at the intersection of established aviation and emerging technologies, and develop joined-up solutions that turn ambition into progress.
We offer a range of services across airspace, operations, regulation and technology
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Policy & Regulatory Advice
Our team work directly with regulators, including the Civil Aviation Authority and European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA).
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Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS)
Our team have a comprehensive understanding of the UAS (drones) sector, with extensive experience of working at the heart of industry.
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Sustainable Aviation
We are passionate about collaborating across the industry to meet the challenge of reaching net-zero, while also considering social and economic impacts.
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Transformation Delivery
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AI & Digital
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Operational Improvement
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Our team brings hands-on experience from across the aviation sector, including the UK CAA, NATS, British Airways, and Heathrow.
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Dan Roberts
DIRECTOR
Dan is an aviation and sustainability specialist, and the founder of STS Aero. He brings experience across regulation, strategy and innovation to help clients turn complex challenges into practical, deliverable solutions.
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Trevor Arnold
DIRECTOR
Trevor has more than 20 years’ experience across air traffic management, airline operations and sustainability. He combines strategic insight with a collaborative, delivery-focused approach.
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Natalia Szczepanska
PRINCIPAL CONSULTANT
Natalia is an experienced project manager with a strong track record in complex transformation and business change. She brings structure, adaptability and momentum to demanding projects.
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Alex Goman
PRINCIPAL CONSULTANT
Alex is an aviation consultant with experience across airspace, regulation and innovation. He supports clients with rigorous analysis, clear thinking and dependable delivery.
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Sam King
SENIOR CONSULTANT
Sam is a specialist in project and programme governance, bringing a wealth of experience in successful delivery across both public and private sectors.
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Ian Brumby
ASSOCIATE (Crockwell Solutions)
Ian is an experienced technical Product Manager with a demonstrated history of working in the aviation industry. Skilled in data analytics and passionate about Amazon Web Services (AWS) .
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Huw Ross
ASSOCIATE (3 Mile)
Huw works with STS Aero to deliver research, analysis and insight across Safety and Future of Flight work. He brings a detail-focused approach and helps turn complex information into clear, practical outputs.
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Alex Brooker
ASSOCIATE (Airside Labs)
Alex focuses on helping companies build and test AI systems. By leveraging focused experimentation, an AI first toolchain and data analysis, he guides businesses toward achieving product market fit faster.
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Gary Lloyd
ASSOCIATE (envAero)
Gary brings extensive aviation and business leadership experience to work alongside STS Aero. He provides strategic insight, commercial perspective and senior support on complex client challenges.
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Roger Dillon
ASSOCIATE
With 35 years of safety management experience in the air traffic management industry, Roger combines senior management expertise with extensive technical knowledge to deliver practical, sustainable solutions.
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Contact Us
Get in touch with our team of experts to discuss anything related to aviation, unmanned aircraft systems, or the future of flight. Let us know how we can assist you and we’ll get back to you as soon as possible.