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How a Storm-Chasing UAV Designed for Climate Studies Became a Star in Twisters, While Maintaining Its Crucial Role in Atmospheric Research by DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill For Professor Brian Argrow, the 2024 Super Bowl was an exciting event – not only for the big game itself – but it marked the first time he […] The post Hollywood Meets Real-World Science: The RAAVEN Drone’s Journey from Supercell Research to the Big Screen appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Agreement Focuses on Exploring Feasibility of eVTOL Use in Osaka Area SkyDrive Inc. and Osaka Metro Co., Ltd. have entered into an agreement to explore the practical use of eVTOL (electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing) technology in the Osaka area following the Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai, Japan. This collaboration aims to determine how eVTOLs could […] The post SkyDrive and Osaka Metro Collaborate on Future eVTOL Implementation Post-Expo 2025 appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Ongoing Efforts to Limit Use of Chinese Drone Technology in the U.S. Intensify Chairman John Moolenaar (R-MI) and Ranking Member Raja Krishnamoorthi (D-IL) of the House Select Committee on the Strategic Competition Between the United States and the Chinese Communist Party have taken a new step in their ongoing efforts to address national security concerns […] The post House Lawmakers Probe Anzu Robotics Over Ties to Chinese Drone Manufacturer DJI appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

FAA-Monitored Trial in Dallas-Fort Worth Tests the Future of Scaled Drone Deliveries Elsight, an ASX-listed company, is collaborating with DroneUp in a significant commercial drone delivery trial in the Dallas-Fort Worth region of the United States. This trial, closely monitored by the United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), has the potential to reshape the landscape […] The post US Drone Trial Could Transform Delivery Services Nationwide appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

FAA Approval Enables Advanced Pipeline Monitoring with Extended Flight Operations Event 38 Unmanned Systems has announced the approval of a drone service provider’s waiver for beyond the visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations. This approval, granted by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), allows the use of Event 38’s E455 fixed-wing VTOL drone over more than […] The post Event 38 Drone Secures BVLOS Waiver for Pipeline Inspection appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

You won’t want to miss this episode of the Weekly Wings drone podcast! The current stories in the drone industry, brought to. you from the pilot perspective. In this insightful episode of the Weekly Wings podcast, Paul Rossi, Samuel Stansberry, and Terry Neff bring you the latest in unmanned aerial systems (UAS) technology and its […] The post Weather Drones, Ghost Sharks & Prison Smuggling: Weekly Wings Drone Podcast appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Advanced Drones Deployed to Detect Hidden Hotspots in Quebec’s Bushfire Zones In response to one of the most severe bushfire seasons on record, Canadian firefighters in Quebec are utilizing advanced drone technology from Australian company Carbonix. The initiative aims to combat the devastating wildfires that have plagued the region, particularly in remote and challenging terrains. […] The post Australian Drone Technology Assists in Combating Canadian Wildfires: Zombie Fires appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

FAA Takes Steps to Ensure Drone Operators Follow Airspace Regulations The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed $341,413 in civil penalties against 27 individuals who violated federal drone regulations between October 2022 and June 2024. These penalties are part of the FAA’s ongoing efforts to ensure that drone operators are aware of and adhere to […] The post FAA Proposes $341,413 in Civil Penalties for Drone Regulation Violations appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

DroneUp Refocuses on D/FW Operations Amid Strategic Realignment with Walmart By Jim Magill DroneUp, which said it would shut down its drone delivery operations conducted in partnership with Walmart in three states, instead plans to focus on flights in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, where the economics for growth are more favorable, a company official told […] The post DroneUp, Walmart close drone delivery sites in 3 states to focus on D/FW operations appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Commercial Drone Alliance Executive Director and Global UAS Expert to Contribute to Aviation Safety The Commercial Drone Alliance (CDA) has announced that its Executive Director, Lisa Ellman, has been appointed to the Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee (ARAC). U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg selected Ellman to represent the commercial drone industry for a two-year […] The post Lisa Ellman Appointed to FAA’s Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New Agreements Highlight Ukraine’s Commitment to Local Production of Military Technologies Ukraine is taking significant steps to bolster its defense capabilities and support its economy by focusing on domestic production. The Ministry of Defense has signed new agreements to procure locally produced drones, electronic warfare (EW) systems, and communication equipment, reports Global Defense News. These […] The post Ukraine Invests in Domestic Defense Industry to Strengthen Post-War Economy appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

On this episode of the Drone Radio Show, Amol Parikh, co-CEO of Doodle Labs. talks with host Randy Goers about the company’s revolutionary mesh communication radios, and how multi-band technology can benefit military and commercial applications. Listen here: Drone Radio Show · Multi-Band Mesh Networking Technology in UAV Operations: Amol Parikh, Doodle Labs Amol Parikh […] The post Multi-Band Mesh Networking Technology on the Drone Radio Show! appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Autonomous Helicopter Successfully Navigates Using Computer Vision in Day and Night Conditions, Paving the Way for Advanced Drone Applications by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Silicon Valley-based autonomous helicopter developer UAVOS recently announced that they had successfully tested their autopilot system using computer vision in collaboration with a client. This innovative new AI-driven approach […] The post UAVOS Tests AI-Driven Autopilot System for GNSS-Denied Environments appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New Digital System Reduces Drone Flight Approval Times from 21 Days to 5, Enhancing Efficiency and Safety in the Airport’s Flight Restricted Zone by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb UK-based Unified Traffic Management (UTM) technology provider Altitude Angel recently announced that Cambridge City Airport has begun using their Approval Services platform, allowing drone operators […] The post Cambridge City Airport Adopts Altitude Angel’s Approval Services Platform for Streamlined Drone Operations appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Latest Purchase Enhances Mobile Detection Capabilities for Counter-Drone Operations The Dutch Ministry of Defense has confirmed an additional order of 51 drone radars from Robin Radar Systems, based in The Hague. This order, signed on August 21, follows an initial procurement of 51 static IRIS drone radars, which were acquired 18 months ago. The new […] The post Dutch Ministry of Defense Secures 51 Drone Radars for Ukraine appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Nationwide BVLOS Waiver Enables More Efficient and Safer Inspections for Critical Infrastructure Cyberhawk has received a significant nationwide Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) waiver from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), allowing the company to operate drones without the need for a visual observer. This waiver is set to expand Cyberhawk’s capabilities in drone-based inspection, […] The post Cyberhawk Receives FAA Waiver for Expanded U.S. Drone Operations appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New Certification Highlights Q6 V2’s Advanced Capabilities ideaForge Technology Limited, Mumbai-based producer of drone technology, announced that its latest unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV), the Q6 V2, has received type certification from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). This certification underscores ideaForge’s commitment to delivering advanced UAV solutions that meet the highest standards of safety […] The post ideaForge’s Q6 V2 Receives DGCA Certification, Enhancing UAV Capabilities appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

The GENIUS Project Demonstrates the Potential of 5G in Enhancing Drone Operations and Public Safety The future of drone technology hinges on their integration into shared airspace, where they can safely operate alongside manned aviation. This challenge is being tackled by the GENIUS project, a collaboration involving researchers from the University of Southern Denmark (SDU) […] The post 5G Technology Paves the Way for Drone Integration into Danish Airspace appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Windracers’ AI-Powered Ultra UAVs Show Promise in Early Detection and Rapid Response to Wildfires by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Windracers, a UK-based autonomous cargo drone developer, recently announced that their flagship Ultra UAV had been tested by the Lancashire Fire and Rescue service for wildfire prevention, as part of an effort to test […] The post UK Firefighters Deploy Autonomous Drone Swarms in Groundbreaking Wildfire Prevention Test appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Bicester Motion and Vertical Aerospace Join Forces to Advance Electric Aviation Skyports Infrastructure, a leader in vertiport infrastructure for the advanced air mobility (AAM) industry, has revealed the designs for the UK’s first permanent vertiport testbed. This initiative, developed in partnership with Bicester Motion and Vertical Aerospace, marks a significant step forward for the electric […] The post Skyports Infrastructure Unveils Designs for UK’s First Permanent Vertiport Testbed appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

In this packed episode of the Weekly Wings podcast, Paul Rossi, Samuel Stansberry and Terry Neff cover a broad spectrum of the latest advancements and challenges in the drone industry. Kicking things off, the team celebrates Flytrex reaching a significant milestone with 100,000 drone deliveries, marking a major step forward in the drone delivery landscape. […] The post Drone Delivery and Shark Spotting on this Episode of the Weekly Wings Drone Podcast appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Bringing Tennessee to the Forefront of Drone Innovation: A Recap of the State’s First Statewide Drone Symposium by DRONELIFE Contributor T. Seth Ford Tennessee held its first-ever statewide Drone Symposium on August 13-14, 2024, at Middle Tennessee State University (MTSU) in Murfreesboro, TN. Collaborative efforts between the Tennessee Department of Transportation (TDOT) and MTSU’s Department […] The post Tennessee Hosts Inaugural State Drone Symposium at MTSU appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Innovative AirDock System Enables Infinite Reach and Scalability for Drone Services A2Z Drone Delivery, Inc., a leader in commercial drone delivery solutions, has launched a portfolio of autonomous drone docks alongside a specialized UAV designed for automatic charging capabilities. This new system, known as the A2Z AirDock, allows drones to move seamlessly from dock-to-dock to […] The post A2Z Drone Delivery Unveils New Autonomous Drone Docks for Expanding UAV Operations appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

TCOM’s Equinox acquisition prepare company for ‘all-domain’ world By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill TCOM Equinox acquisition Officials with TCOM LP, a producer of lighter-than-air aerostat platforms, said the recent acquisition of Equinox Innovative Systems, a manufacturer of both free-flying and tethered drones, will give the combined company the ability to facilitate communications “from the […] The post TCOM Expands All-Domain Capabilities with Equinox Acquisition appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New Drone Technology Enhances Inventory Management and Improves Workplace Ergonomics IKEA has announced the next phase of its drone technology initiative, featuring an advanced AI-powered system capable of operating continuously alongside employees. This system, designed to be integrated into various fulfillment units, including distribution centers, promises to run around the clock, further enhancing IKEA’s operational […] The post IKEA Advances Warehouse Efficiency with 24/7 AI-Powered Drones appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article