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About the Network

The Flying Labs Network brings together locally-led and demand-driven knowledge hubs that catalyze positive impact of drones, data and AI for social good applications in their countries. The network is currently present in 40+ countries in Africa, Latin America, the Caribbean and Asia-Pacific.

Why We Come Together

Drones, data and AI for all...

Drones allow just about anyone to create their own geospatial and aerial data and to leapfrog innovation for agriculture and health supply chains on a grassroots level. What makes drones unique: they allow to involve  local stakeholders and communities, and take them along the journey. This allows to build both data trust and capacity. 

We, the local experts, have the ability, agency and deep local knowledge to integrate these technologies and innovations in a sustainable and fitting manner in our countries. And to contribute with local solutions to the pressing challenges affecting our communities.

...to create positive social impact

On a local level: we implement use cases, strengthen capacity, promote and advocate for local drone, data and AI expertise and leadership to accelerate local solutions for climate action, disaster, agriculture, STEM/Youth, health, entrepreneurship and more.

On a global level: we share best practices and lessons learned across the globe and collaborate on joint trainings and projects. We grow stronger together, inspired by the wise proverb “Alone we go fast, together we go far”.

What We Do & How We Do It

What Flying Labs Do

Discover the services and activities we offer to strengthen local drone, data and AI capacity for social good applications

Why Join the Network

Discover the key reasons why Flying Labs join the Network

How we contribute to the Network

Discover why and how we share and collaborate

Become a Lab

Discover how to become part of the Flying Labs Network

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Hear from Flying Labs Members

Discover what Flying Labs members have to say about being part of the Network.

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History

Discover our Network's journey from a proof of concept in 2016 to the thriving Network present in over 40 countries today.

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Global Partners and Supporters

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We thank our global partners and supporters for their investment and support of the Flying Labs Network. Contact us if you would like to join them and support the Network.