In order for newborns to be identified with a disorder that affects them, newborn screening specimens (NBS) must be transported quickly to and from collection sites to the screening laboratory. To prevent the problem of delays, there may be a potential solution in using unmanned aerial systems, or drones, to deliver specimens. RTI International was tasked with reviewing challenges that occur with drone use such as flight distance, time, and pilot training and developing models to ensure a timely response.