UAV Turbines is creating the world’s first reliable, lightweight and fuel efficient microturbine engines to provide propulsion and power generation in small to medium-sized UAVs. The Company’s Monarch RP family of propulsion systems will climb quicker, fly quieter and increase flight times beyond what current engine systems permit.
Designed by UAV Turbines’ team of world-class engineers and protected by multiple patents, Monarch propulsion systems run on less-volatile heavy fuels and provide abundant on-board electrical power. UAV Turbines’ first of-its-kind engine is a reliable, quiet, cost-effective option for both the defense and commercial sectors.
In 2018, the Company entered into a Technical Investment Agreement with the U.S. Military for the development of a more efficient propulsion system, a necessary component to the success and advancement of UAVs.
Executive Team
Kirk Warshaw
CEO
Kirk Warshaw is the Chief Executive Officer and President of UAV Turbines where he works to develop strategic partnerships and further the company’s mission of creating the world’s most reliable, lightweight and fuel-efficient microturbine engines. Mr. Warshaw is an entrepreneur who since 1990 has provided private and public entities in various industries with advice on financial, strategic, operating, technical, and general business matters. He has served as the CEO, CFO, President, Director, and Advisor to dozens of companies for more than 30 years, including New Wave Broadcasting. Mr. Warshaw is a 1980 graduate of Lehigh University and received his CPA in New Jersey in 1982.
Fred Frigerio
Senior Vice President, Program Manager
Fred Frigerio is the program lead at UAV Turbines. His expertise is in manufacturing, testing and program management. Mr. Frigerio is responsible for managing and executing on the propulsion system projects
Mr. Frigerio has 20 years of experience in the manufacturing and testing of both medical devices and gas turbines, leading a team of small businesses, consultants, engineers and technicians to accomplish complex programs. Over the past 3 years, Mr. Frigerio’s responsibilities include supporting the design group besides testing and manufacturing.