How Drones and Telecom Enable Aerial IoT

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On this week’s podcast, Ryan Chacon speaks with Thomas Neubauer, co-founder and CEO of Dimetor, about how telecom-enabled drones are powering aerial IoT solutions. The conversation covers the evolving role of telecom in drone ops, the convergence of telecom and aviation, drone applications, and regulatory challenges.

Telecom and Aviation Finally Talk to Each Other

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Meet Thomas Neubauer

Thomas Neubauer is the co-founder and CEO of Dimetor. With over two decades of experience in managing and optimizing wireless networks, he has been instrumental in developing solutions that bridge the gap between mobile network operators and the aviation industry. Previously, Neubauer served as VP of Business Development and Innovations at TEOCO. He is also a board member of the Global UTM Association (GUTMA) and leads the Aerial Connectivity Joint Activity (ACJA). Neubauer holds a PhD in telecommunications engineering from the Vienna University of Technology. His work has been recognized through various accolades, including Dimetor's receipt of the EY Scale-Up Award in the SpaceTech and Aviation category in 2024 and 2025.

About Dimetor

Dimetor is an Austrian technology company specializing in integrating telecommunications with aviation to enable safe and scalable drone operations. Their proprietary platforms, AirborneRF and NAVSentry, provide a unified source for aviation-regulated data and real-time insights into dynamic connectivity and people density, empowering automated beyond-visual-line-of-sight UAV operations and accurate position, navigation, and timing assurance.