PHOENIX, AZ / ACCESSWIRE / November 1, 2023 / Alpine 4 Holdings, Inc. (NASDAQ: ALPP), a leading operator and owner of small market businesses, is pleased to announce that subsidiaries, Vayu Aerospace Corporation (Vayu) and Global Autonomous Corporation (GAC USA) have been approved by the Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA) to advance to the next phase of the BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line of Sight) certification process. This significant milestone is the result of comprehensive documentation provided earlier this year, which included showcasing the advanced capabilities of Vayu's G-1 unmanned aerial vehicle. The two companies plan on conducting these tests between November 13th and November 27^th, weather permitting.

The BVLOS certification process is a critical step in enabling operations for unmanned aircraft and is paramount in shaping the future of autonomous aviation.

In-person flight testing, a pivotal component of the certification process, will take place at the cutting-edge Silicon Oasis in Dubai. During the testing phase, the two companies will have the opportunity to do extensive demonstrations of the G1 for DCAA officials. This location offers an ideal environment for rigorous testing and evaluation of the G1. The G1 is a flagship product jointly developed by Vayu and GAC USA boasting a state-of-the-art avionics systems and unrivaled flight maneuverability.

"As CEO of both Vayu Aerospace Corporation and Global Autonomous Corporation, I am thrilled that we have reached this next stage in the BVLOS certification process. We believe that the G1 has the potential to redefine the possibilities of autonomous aviation and create new opportunities for industries ranging from logistics to surveillance. We extend our gratitude to the DCAA for their confidence in our technology and look forward to working closely with their team during the in-person flight testing phase," commented Kent Wilson.

About Global Autonomous Corporation: Global Autonomous Corporation's (GAC USA) mission is direct and resolute. Create a simple, pleasant, and meaningful user experience to deliver goods autonomously.

https://gacusa.global/

About Vayu Aerospace Corporation: Vayu Aerospace Corporation (Vayu) develops and manufactures both fixed-wing and rotor-copter UAVs. Vayu Aerospace resides under Alpine 4's Aerospace portfolio of businesses and is considered a "Driver" in Alpine 4's DSF business model.

https://vayuaerospace.com/

About Alpine 4 Holdings: Alpine 4 Holdings, Inc. is a Nasdaq traded Holding Company (trading symbol: ALPP) that acquires business, wholly, that fit under one of several portfolios: Aerospace, Defense Services, Technology, Manufacturing or Construction Services as either a Driver, Stabilizer or Facilitator from Alpine 4's disruptive DSF business model. Alpine 4 works to vertically integrate the various subsidiaries with one another even if from different industries. Alpine 4 understands the nature of how technology and innovation can accentuate a business, focusing on how the adaptation of new technologies, even in brick-and-mortar businesses, can drive innovation. Alpine 4 also believes that its holdings should benefit synergistically from each other, have the ability to collaborate across varying industries, spawn new ideas, and create fertile ground for competitive advantages.

Four principles at the core of our business are Synergy. Innovation. Drive. Excellence. At Alpine 4, we believe synergistic innovation drives excellence. By anchoring these words to our combined experience and capabilities, we can aggressively pursue opportunities within and across vertical markets. We deliver solutions that not only drive industry standards, but also increase value for our shareholders.

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SOURCE: Alpine 4 Holdings, Inc.