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FAA Investigating: Was a Jamming Attack Responsible? According to an article in the Seattle Times, what was supposed to be a spectacular Fourth of July drone light show at Angle Lake in SeaTac turned into a costly disaster. Shortly after the show began, 55 of the 200 drones deployed started dropping into the lake, resulting […] The post Drone Show Fail: What Happened to Cause 55 Drones to Fall Out of the Sky? appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Doodle Labs technology helps drones in combat evade jamming By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill The war in Ukraine, which has often been referred to as the world’s first drone war, has led to both sides in the conflict relying on fleets of small unmanned aerial vehicles to surveil enemy positions and drop bombs on […] The post Anti-Jamming Drones: Enhancing Battlefield Resilience appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Transforming Reality: Mastering the Miniature Effect with Tilt-Shift Photography and Drones by DRONELIFE Contributing Editor Paul Rossi Don’t miss Paul with co-pilots Terry and Samuel on the new Weekly Wings podcast! Drone news from the pilot perspective. Tilt-shift photography is a technique that can transform real-world scenes into miniature-like models. The technique traditionally involves using […] The post Tilt Shift Photography with Drones appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Funding to Boost Innovation and Job Creation in Autonomous Systems The Biden-Harris Administration and the U.S. Economic Development Administration (EDA) have awarded approximately $51 million to the Tulsa Hub for Equitable and Trustworthy Autonomy (THETA). This funding aims to bolster the region’s capabilities in autonomous systems through advanced manufacturing and the deployment of critical technologies […] The post Tulsa Awarded $51 Million to Advance Autonomous Technology Development appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Strategic Funding to Accelerate eVTOL Aircraft Production Stellantis N.V. and Archer Aviation Inc. have announced a significant $55 million investment from Stellantis, under the companies’ strategic funding agreement. This follows the achievement of Archer’s transition flight test milestone last month and adds to Stellantis’ prior $39 million in open market purchases of Archer stock earlier […] The post Stellantis Boosts Investment in Archer Aviation by $55 Million appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Agreement Covers Transwing® VTOL UAS in UK, Saudi Arabia, and UAE Overwatch Group, a UK-based specialist in unmanned systems and munitions technologies, and PteroDynamics Inc., a vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft systems provider, have announced a significant strategic relationship. This partnership includes an exclusive distribution agreement for the Transwing® VTOL UAS in the United […] The post Overwatch Group and PteroDynamics Forge Exclusive Distribution Agreement appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Wing and Apian Partner with Blackrock Health, St. Vincent’s Private Hospital, and Medtronic for Innovative Medical Supplies Drone Delivery in Dublin Wing and Apian have initiated a pioneering drone delivery trial in Dublin, in collaboration with Blackrock Health, St. Vincent’s Private Hospital, and healthcare technology company Medtronic. This initiative aims to explore the benefits of […] The post Medical Drone Delivery Service to Launch in Dublin appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New Legislation Unlocks Operational Freedom for Public Safety Teams In February 2024, the Securing Growth and Robust Leadership in American Aviation Act (FAA Reauthorization) was passed, calling for specific actions and timelines regarding drone regulation. Fotokite, an international provider of tethered drones for emergency response, has released a whitepaper highlighting how this new legislation impacts […] The post FAA Reauthorization, Tethered Drones and Public Safety: the Fotokite Whitepaper appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

According to a statement published by lawmakers on June 21, the US Government Department of Commerce has announced the addition of drone manufacturer Autel Robotics to its “blacklist.” The “entity list” is a compilation of foreign individuals, companies, and organizations deemed a national security concern. This designation subjects Autel Robotics to export restrictions and specific […] The post Stefanik, Moolenaar Statement: Autel Robotics Added to US Government Department of Commerce Blacklist appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Don’t miss the latest edition of the new drone industry podcast from DRONELIFE, Weekly Wings! The current news and big Issues, from the pilot perspective. In this engaging episode of Weekly Wings, the team delves into a variety of intriguing topics. Professional drone pilots Paul Rossi, Samuel Stansberry and Terry Neff kick off the show with a […] The post AgDrones, sUAS Warfare, and July 4th Drone Shows: On This Edition of Weekly Wings! appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Legislative Changes Reflect Evolving Landscape of Drone Operations In a significant legislative shift, the North Carolina General Assembly has passed House Bill 198, effectively removing the requirement for a state uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) operator knowledge test and permit. This decision follows sustained advocacy by AeroX and its members, who have played a crucial role […] The post North Carolina Repeals Drone Knowledge Test and Permit Requirement appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Retail giant Walmart collaborates with Wing, Zipline, and DroneUp to enhance drone delivery services across the Dallas/Fort Worth metroplex. By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Retail giant Walmart, along with its drone delivery partners, is continuing to expand its airborne delivery options in the greater Dallas/Fort Worth area, in anticipation of rolling out drone delivery […] The post Walmart, Partners to Expand Drone Delivery in Dallas Fort Worth appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Senator Umberg Adjusts Proposed Bill in Response to Law Enforcement Concerns Over Operational Impact By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill A California state lawmaker, who had introduced a bill to prevent local law enforcement agencies from purchasing Chinese-made drones, said he plans to ease the restrictions in the proposed legislation after getting pushback from police […] The post Proposed Chinese Drone Ban in California: A Conversation with State Senator Tom Umberg on SB 99 appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Drone enthusiasts, professionals, and industry leaders, don’t miss out on a unique opportunity to be part of ElevateUAV. This premier event, organized by Drone Nerds, will take place at the Kovens Center at Florida International University from October 8 to October 10. The conference promises to be an essential gathering for those interested in the […] The post Today’s the Day! Last Day for Earlybird Tickets to Elevate UAV in Miami appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Collaborative Effort with Leading Japanese Firms Aims to Enhance Drone Pilot Expertise and Advance Domestic UAV Industry by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb This article published in collaboration with JUIDA, the Japan UAS Industrial Development Association. The Japanese UAS Industrial Development Association (JUIDA) recently announced a new MOU with fellow Japanese firms Blue Innovation, […] The post Japan’s Drone Industry Takes Flight: JUIDA’s New Model-Specific Pilot Licensure Program appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Agricultural drone swarms on the Drone Radio Show! Arthur Erickson, CEO and Founder of Hylio, talks with host Randy Goers about his company, the FAA exemption for agricultural drone swarms and how this will impact the drone industry. Listen below: Drone Radio Show · Swarming Drones Coming To A Farm Near You – Arthur Erickson, […] The post Agricultural Drone Swarms, on the Drone Radio Show! appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

State Report Reveals Dramatic Increase in Drone Flights Despite Modest Budget Growth By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill The state of Minnesota reported that the number of times police agencies in the state deployed drones without a warrant nearly quadrupled over the past four years, from 1,171 such missions in 2020 to 4,326 flights in […] The post Minnesota Police Drone Deployments Nearly Quadruple in Four Years, Proving Cost Effective appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Unifly Highlights Progress in Cyber Certification for UTM Systems Unifly, a leader in UAS Traffic Management (UTM) solutions, presented the progress and preliminary results of the NAVISP EL3-23: “SecureUTM” project at the Belgian National Positioning, Navigation, and Timing (PNT) Workshop on June 19. The workshop, hosted by the Belgian Science Policy Office (BELSPO) and the […] The post Unifly Unveils Preliminary Results of SecureUTM Project at BELSPO/ESA NAVISP Workshop appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Skydio CEO Highlights Challenges in Competing with China Adam Bry, CEO of Skydio, Inc., provided crucial insights during his testimony this morning before the House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party. His testimony was part of the presentation titled “From High Tech to Heavy Steel: Combatting the PRC’s Strategy to Dominate Semiconductors, Shipbuilding, and […] The post Adam Bry’s Compelling Testimony on the US Drone Industry appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Surveyaan V1 Drone by Nibrus Technologies Receives DGCA Type Certification New Certification Marks a Milestone for India’s Drone Industry Nibrus Technologies, a drone manufacturer in India, has announced that its Surveyaan V1 drone has received Type Certification from the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA). This accomplishment represents a significant achievement for Nibrus Technologies, reinforcing […] The post New Drones in India: Surveyaan V1 Receives Certification appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Former Red Cat COO Allan Evans Advocates for CHIPS Act-Style Incentives to Accelerate Domestic Drone Manufacturing and Reduce Reliance on Chinese Technology Editors Note: Today, June 26, 2024 th House Select Committee on the Chinese Communist Party is scheduled to hear testimonies on Chinese subsidies in the drone, semiconductor, steel and shipbuilding industries. Adam Bry, […] The post Legislation Needed to Boost U.S. Drone Innovation, Says Industry Expert appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

As drone technology continues to transform the battlefield, the demand for fast, flexible, and user-friendly mapping solutions has never been higher. One company at the forefront of this transformation is SimActive, a leader in geospatial data processing for both military and commercial operations. In an exclusive interview with DRONELIFE, SimActive’s Co-founder and CEO Philippe Simard […] The post How SimActive’s Correlator3D™ is Revolutionizing Military Mapping: An Exclusive Interview with CEO Philippe Simard appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New DF Sensor Designed for Comprehensive Drone Detection Netline Communications Technologies Ltd., a prominent developer of electronic warfare and tactical spectrum dominance systems, has introduced a new direction-finding (DF) sensor designed to detect and locate drones, including standard, non-standard, and DIY variants. This innovative sensor addresses the rapidly evolving drone threats in war zones and […] The post Netline Unveils New DF Sensor for Comprehensive Drone Detection appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Don’t miss the discussion with Blake Resnick, Founder and CEO of BRINC Drones, and Don Redmond, VP of Advanced Public Safety Projects. Scheduled for Tuesday, July 2, 2024, at 3:00 PM EST, the upcoming episode will give the audience a chance to learn about BRINC’s new Drone as First Responder offering. Register here for this […] The post Don’t Miss BRINC Drones on the Public Safety Drone Review! appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Partnership enables call streaming to provide first responders with comprehensive information about emergencies before they arrive on scene BRINC, a US provider of drone technology for first responders, has partnered with HigherGround, a leading developer of mission-critical communications software. This collaboration aims to enhance emergency response effectiveness by providing officers with comprehensive information from 911 […] The post Real-Time 911 Call Streaming Enhances Officer Response with BRINC and HigherGround appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article