
Rising Tide Aerial Systems
Rising Tide Aerial Systems is a team of experienced Unmanned Professionals. With a strong emphasis on safety, value, and excitement we strive to be the Go-To name for Unmanned Aerial Services in the South East. Our operators have experience in multiple systems, both Defense and Commercial UAS’s. All our operators are Military Veterans, where safety is ingrained into us from training. We train to the highest company and industrial standards, and strictly follow a safe SOP (Standard Operating Procedure.) Fully ensured, professional, and excited to provide you with the highest service possible.
Our Services
Exploring The Newest Technologies
Our Team
FAA Part 107 Certificate Holders
Remote Pilot/ Standards
Chief Remote Pilot/Founder
Remote Pilot/ Safety
Ginger Guess

Ginger Guess is the primary standards officer for our team. She's a former Air Traffic Controller and a Veteran of the United States Marine Corps. Her detailed approach to regulations and love of all things flying makes her a valuable part of the team. Her prior experience controlling makes coordination in congested airspace a breeze. Contact Ginger for info on the legalities of our operations and flights.
Matt Guess

Matt Guess is the founder and Chief Pilot of RTAS. He is a former Infantryman, and a Veteran of the United States Marine Corps. Master Trainer qualified with Army SUAS systems (Raven, Puma, Switchblade) his expertise and leadership in SUAS pushes the team to higher standards, and demands, motivates, and facilitates innovations in the use of our systems. Contact Matt for any questions pertaining to our technologies, and general questions about RTAS.
Joe Cayse

Joe is the primary Safety Officer of RTUS. Joe is a former radio tech, and a veteran of the United States Marine Corps.He's also the creative mind behind many of the most famous videos of Huntsville, AL you will find. Joe's strict adherence to safe flights, and legal practices ensures the team is always in adherence with all local, Federal, and tribal laws. Contact Joe today for all of your safety questions