Team
René Micknaß
Dana Heinrich
Thomas Kirchner
Eike Oehm
philosophy
At German Copters, we believe in the power of innovation to make the world a better place. Our goal is to take medical logistics to a new level. We are committed to sustainability and social responsibility and always strive to make a positive contribution to our society.
Vision
We see a future where medical care is delivered quickly, efficiently and reliably anywhere in the world. By working with healthcare providers, we help improve access to quality medical care. Our vision is to become a leader in medical drone logistics to improve the lives of millions of people.
History
December1989
Start with medical logisticsThe first laboratory samples were transported from hospitals and medical practices to the central laboratory in Dresden with one car and just one employee.
May2007
First inspections with dronesInspections were carried out on the roof of the water tower in Siebenlehn (Saxony) with the legendary Microdrones MD4-200
April2008
First licensed pilotRene Micknass was the first drone pilot in Germany to receive a commercial license from the aviation authority
June2008
Construction documentation stadiumA drone was used for planning work and documentation of the stadium construction site in Dresden.
September2010
Drone DevelopmentThe drones available at that time could normally only transport around 400g of payload. The self-developed drone then already 1.2kg.
May2012
Flight with Zeppelin balloonIn order to be able to carry out flights over groups of people, a zeppelin balloon was used for the first time at events.
06. June2019
Foundation of the German CoptersThe competencies in the areas of logistics, drone business and technology developments were bundled in a new company
April2022
Relocation of the companyBaden-Württemberg offers a technology company better development opportunities and is a leading federal state in Germany in the field of drone technologies.
April2023
Operating license BVLOSGerman Copters is the first company in Europe to receive approval for regular flight operations with drones in the field of medical logistics.
April2025
Operating license SaxonyGerman Copters also receives flight permit for Saxony.
08. May2025
First transport of laboratory samplesThe first drone transport of laboratory samples in regular flight operations in Saxony between Dippoldiswalde and Dresden takes place.
Sponsor
There are many arguments why sports sponsorship should be part of corporate communications. These arguments are important and good. For us there are a lot of other reasons why we as German Copters get involved in sports sponsorship. The most important reason is: We are all crazy about sports. But we also see the great potential of the sports clubs we support. With our support we might be able to help the Dresdner Eislöwen and HC Elbflorenz Dresden move up to the 1st Bundesliga and the DSC volleyball women's team can play in the Champions League again.
Dresdner Sportclub
The Dresden Sports Club has existed since 1898 and has a long tradition. The currently most successful team is the women's volleyball team. Several championship titles and trophies are on the volleyball players' long list of successes. But the team has also played successfully internationally. Whether in the Champions League or the European Cup, the team plays at a high international level.
Dresdner Eislöwen
It is possible that only a few people know that the Dresden ice hockey tradition dates back to 1909. Ice hockey has always been popular in Dresden. In the 1950s, 8,000 spectators came to a match in Dresden. After a temporary low, there is now another chance to move up to the first division. The management has a clear plan and we want to help implement it.
HC Elbflorenz
The handball club has been playing in the 2nd Bundesliga since 2017. The sports club is well managed and currently has over 400 members. The club has a high reputation in the city of Dresden and the region. We believe that the club will be able to make it to the first handball league in the next 3 to 4 years. The club thinks long-term and builds a young team step by step. That is a good strategy.