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Reports of large UAVs near Picatinny Arsenal prompt responses from military, local authorities, and the FAA. by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Mysterious drone activity over Morris County, NJ, earlier this week set social media ablaze and garnered comments from local government officials and military spokespersons aimed at assuaging public fears. On the […] The post Unexplained Drone Activity Over Morris County Sparks Public Concern and Official Investigation appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Deer recovery service helps hunters find lost trophies By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill With deer hunting season under way in many states across the country, a number of hunters are confronting a common problem: tracking a wounded deer that may have wandered into a heavily forested area or into the middle of a farmer’s […] The post Thermal Drones Take the Hunt to New Heights: Deer Recovery Made Easy appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New partnership introduces plans for eVTOL-based air travel, including a pre-order for 10 aircraft SkyDrive Inc., a Japanese electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft manufacturer, has partnered with South Carolina-based SAI Flight and Greenville Downtown Airport (GMU) to explore commercial air taxi routes and other innovative applications. The collaboration, formalized through a Memorandum of […] The post SkyDrive and SAI Flight Collaborate on Electric Air Taxi Routes in South Carolina appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Military End-Users Evaluate Over 35 Drone Platforms at Twentynine Palms (all images credit Defense Innovation Unit) On November 8, the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) held the first annual Blue UAS Refresh event at the Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center in Twentynine Palms, California. The three-day event brought together more than 40 military drone end-users […] The post Defense Innovation Unit Hosts First Annual Blue UAS Refresh Event appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Urban Aeronautics Alleges DJI’s High-End Drones Violate Emergency Landing Technology Patent by DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Urban Aeronautics, an electric vertical-takeoff-and-landing vehicle manufacturer, is suing DJI, claiming the China-based drone giant improperly copied the Israel-based EVTOL company’s technology for safely bringing down a multi-rotor aircraft after one of the rotors fails. A patent lawsuit, […] The post Israeli eVTOL Maker Sues DJI for Alleged Patent Infringement appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Thermal imaging and AI software integrated into Red Cat’s Black Widow drone Teledyne FLIR, part of Teledyne Technologies, has been chosen by Red Cat Holdings, Inc., to provide thermal imaging and Artificial Intelligence (AI) embedded software for the Black Widow™ small unmanned aircraft system (sUAS). This selection comes as Red Cat secures the U.S. Army’s […] The post Teledyne FLIR Selected for Red Cat’s Black Widow™: US Army SRR Program appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

With FAA approval for Beyond Visual Line of Sight missions, Carbonix and ArgenTech Solutions bring advanced VTOL drone capabilities to industries demanding precision and endurance. by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNab In a first for the Australian fixed-wing VTOL space, drone developer Carbonix recently announced that their Volanti UAV has received permission to conduct […] The post Carbonix Volanti Achieves Nationwide FAA BVLOS Approval: Pioneering Long-Range Fixed-Wing UAV Operations in the US appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Intuitive, All-in-One Software Empowers Beginners and Experts to Design Stunning Drone Choreography with Ease by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Latvian drone software company SPH Engineering recently announced a new product- Drone Show Creator, which allows beginners and professionals alike to quickly and easily put together impressive drone shows. By breaking down the technical […] The post Drone Show Creator by SPH Engineering: Revolutionizing Aerial Entertainment for Creatives Everywhere appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Partnership Brings AI-Driven UTM Technology to Electrical Infrastructure Inspections Propeller Drones has partnered with Airwayz to fulfill a $7 million contract with the Israel Electric Corporation (IEC). This project marks a milestone in BVLOS drone operations in Israel, enabling unmanned aircraft to conduct autonomous inspections of electrical infrastructure using pre-approved AI-managed routes. The collaboration is […] The post Propeller Drones and Airwayz Collaborate on $7 Million IEC Contract for BVLOS Autonomous Flights appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New Contract Aims to Enhance Battlefield Capabilities Red Cat Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: RCAT), through its subsidiary Teal Drones, has been selected as the production provider for the U.S. Army’s Short Range Reconnaissance (SRR) Program of Record. This announcement follows a rigorous test and evaluation process conducted by the Army Project Management Office for Uncrewed Aircraft […] The post U.S. Army Selects Red Cat’s Teal Drones for Short Range Reconnaissance Program appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

How drones used for criminal activity are driving bipartisan calls for expanded detection and mitigation powers. By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Earlier this month, sheriff’s deputies in Marlboro County, S.C. arrested two men after recovering a large package of drugs and cellphones, which the men allegedly dropped from a drone flying above the Evans […] The post “A Great, Looming Concern”: Law Enforcement Pushes for Local Counter-Drone Authority appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Collaboration Brings Advanced Precision Technology to the World’s Largest Spray Drone Rotor Technologies, Inc. and AG-NAV Inc. have announced a collaboration to integrate AG-NAV’s precision navigation and flow control technology into Rotor’s Sprayhawk unmanned helicopter. The partnership aims to enhance precision and efficiency in aerial applications for agricultural operators. Introducing the Sprayhawk and AG-NAV Integration […] The post Rotor Technologies and AG-NAV Announce Partnership to Automate Aerial Applications with Sprayhawk Helicopter appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Operation DRONAGIRI leverages drones and geospatial technology to improve decision-making and foster innovation. India has launched Operation DRONAGIRI, a groundbreaking pilot project under the National Geospatial Policy 2022. The initiative aims to enhance collaboration and innovation across industries by integrating geospatial data and technology. Sectors like agriculture, logistics, livelihoods, and transport are expected to benefit […] The post India Launches Major Initiative to Share Geospatial Information Across Sectors appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Hands-On Learning Prepares Future Innovators in Aerospace, Technology, and Robotics The 2024-2025 season of the Aerial Drone Competition has officially launched, engaging thousands of middle and high school students across the United States. Organized by the Robotics Education & Competition Foundation (RECF), the program encourages hands-on, team-based learning through drone-focused challenges. This year’s theme, Mission […] The post The Aerial Drone Competition Inspires Thousands of Students Nationwide appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

How Drones Are Revitalizing Rural America: Two Videos Showcase Their Impact on Agriculture Drones are transforming agriculture and creating new entrepreneurial opportunities across the United States, particularly in rural areas. A story out of Springfield, Missouri, highlights how drones are not just tools for innovation but catalysts for revitalizing communities. Dakota Crow, the founder of […] The post These Two Videos Demonstrate Why We Need Drones for Agriculture More than Ever appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article