John founded The Thunderbird Project in 2022. The charity’s mission is to ‘expedite the utilisation of autonomous aerial systems, to support and enhance our nation’s Emergency Services when there is an imminent threat to life’. This involves the deployment of two drone concepts: one to gather aerial surveillance in an emergency, and the other to deliver life-saving equipment or medicine faster than existing services can. John has done an extraordinary job of bringing the emergency services together to achieve the mission.

This year, The Thunderbird Project will pilot its first drones to prove technical and operational feasibility. The primary aim is to successfully navigate a pathway to regulatory approval for all the emergency services throughout the UK.

We are all determined that The Thunderbird Project will be part of John’s rich legacy. Any support towards this great cause is hugely appreciated. THANK YOU!