About Us
About Global Air Enterprise
The Drone Partner Built for Execution, Not Hype
Global Air Enterprise was created to fill a gap we saw every day in the field: critical infrastructure and energy teams struggling with drone vendors who couldn’t meet enterprise standards. Scaffolding was still going up. Data was still late. Files didn’t match the system. Compliance fell on the client.
So we built a better model — one that pairs aviation-grade safety with system-level thinking. From flare stack inspections in Texas to multi-state tower audits in Nigeria, we deliver drone intelligence that integrates seamlessly with the way serious teams work.
What makes us different?
We’re not just a drone service. We’re part of a global, three-division ecosystem that combines drone operations, workforce training, and international consulting under one roof — through Global Air Holdings.
Our Founder’s Why
Founder Eno Umoh is a global drone strategist and trusted advisor to governments, agencies, and startups around the world. He’s trained over 27,000 people across 30+ countries, led national drone initiatives across Africa, and advised partners like the U.S. State Department, FAA, and World Bank.
But Global Air isn’t about flash. It’s about follow-through.
“I started Global Air Enterprise because too many drone vendors were failing where it matters most — speed, safety, and client alignment. We built this company to be different: field-proven, regulation-ready, and completely integrated into how our clients work.”
– Eno Umoh, Founder & Lead Strategist
What We Stand For
Mission:
To deliver safe, scalable, and system-ready drone data that drives smarter decisions across infrastructure, energy, and public sectors.
Vision:
A future where aerial intelligence is standard across every project, inspection, and infrastructure system — improving safety, speed, and clarity.
Values:
Safety First: Built on aviation discipline, not drone hobbyism
Client-Centered: We meet your specs, systems, and standards
Execution-Driven: Fast mobilization. No excuses. Inspection-ready files
Global-Minded: Scalable across states, sectors, and countries
Trust Earned: Consistency is our brand:
Leadership & Team
More team and advisor bios available on request or through our secure client portal.
Eno Umoh
Founder & CEO
Eno Umoh is a global drone strategist and the founder of Global Air Enterprise. With over a decade of leadership across drone education, policy, and program implementation, he has advised governments, enterprises, and nonprofits in over 30 countries. As Chairman of the African Drone Forum, Eno has led drone projects with the U.S. State Department, World Bank, and leading aviation authorities. His vision for Global Air Enterprise is grounded in field-tested experience—delivering scalable, compliant, and future-ready aerial data solutions for critical infrastructure worldwide.
Josh Hatch
Director of Business Development
Josh leads growth strategy and enterprise partnerships at Global Air Enterprise. With a background in infrastructure procurement and enterprise sales, he specializes in helping clients adopt drone-enabled solutions at scale. Josh bridges the gap between field needs and executive priorities—ensuring every engagement delivers operational and strategic value.
Ime Umoh
Director of Project Operations
Amir Chughtai
Director, Global Air Middle East
Amir leads regional strategy, partnerships, and cross-border operations for Global Air in the Middle East. With a background in aviation policy and engineering, he supports government, infrastructure, and industrial clients in deploying drone programs at scale. Amir brings regional insight and international best practices to every mission.
Our Structure
One System, Three Engines
Global Air Enterprise
Field-tested drone operations for inspection, mapping, LiDAR, and consulting.
Global Air U
Global Air Africa
Together, these divisions form a closed-loop drone ecosystem: we train talent, deploy services, and build national-scale programs — with shared tech, standards, and leadership.
Our Certifications & Partners
- FAA Part 107 Certified Pilots
- BVLOS Waiver Operations
- OSHA-10+, TWIC, MSHA Certifications
- $5M General Liability | $2M Drone-Specific Insurance
- ISNetworld & Avetta Compliance (Available on Request)
- Tech Partners: DroneDeploy, Pix4D, Esri, DJI Enterprise
- Global Program Partners: U.S. Department of State, World Bank, African Drone Forum
Impact Beyond Business
We believe drones should lift more than just data. Our broader mission includes:
Workforce Development
Through Global Air U and our nonprofit roots, we’ve trained more than 18,000 youth and adult learners
African Ecosystem Building
We help governments stand up local drone programs — not just hire us, but build capacity
STEM Equity
We’ve launched drone programs for girls, youth, and underserved communities in over a dozen countries