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Flyability’s Next Leap: Redefining Indoor Drone Technology with a New Product Announcement Excitement is building in the drone industry as Flyability prepares to unveil a highly anticipated addition to its Elios 3 lineup. Co-founders Patrick Thévoz and Adrien Briod are set to make the announcement at Flyability’s sold-out user conference on March 6th. The event, […] The post Flyability Set to Unveil Groundbreaking Addition to Elios 3 Lineup appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Read or listen to all of the headlines in one place: excerpts from the DRONELIFE drone news of the week ending March 1, 2024. Click on the titles below for the full story. Continue reading below, or listen: DroneLife · DRONELIFE-News-of-the-Week-March-1 San Francisco’s Prop E Could Ease the Way for Police Drone Use: But Highlights […] The post Drone News of the Week Ending March 1: DRONELIFE Headlines, All in One Place to Read or Listen appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Uniting Forces: Innovating Relief Efforts through Drone Technology in Post-Earthquake Japan This article published in collaboration with JUIDA, the Japan UAS Industrial Development Association. In the wake of the devastating Noto Peninsula Earthquake that struck on January 1, 2024, Japan’s response has been characterized by innovative drone technology and collaborative relief efforts spearheaded by various […] The post Collaborative Efforts and Innovation Mark Drone Relief Operations Following Noto Peninsula Earthquake appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

LiDAR Pros Expands Services and Drone Reselling in Southwest Region The integration of LiDAR technology into commercial drone operations continues to revolutionize industries such as architecture, surveying, construction, and public safety. The precision and efficiency offered by LiDAR have prompted significant advancements in data collection, enabling companies to streamline processes and enhance project outcomes. The […] The post The LiDAR Pros: Comprehensive LiDAR Drone Services from the Experts of Sundance Media Group appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Drone Industry Insights has published their latest report detailing the state of Drone Industry Investments. The research is an in-depth analysis: but one stark fact stands out in the summary. In the realm of drone industry funding, the year 2023 witnessed a notable downturn, marking a departure from the meteoric rise seen in previous years. […] The post Drone Industry Funding Sees Significant Drop in 2023: The Latest from Drone Industry Insights appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Apian Aero: Drones Serving the UK’s Healthcare Network Don’t miss Apian on the Drone Radio Show, as host Randy Goers and guest Louisa Smith discuss the integration of healthcare and drones, and the future of on-demand delivery of medicines and supplies. Listen here: Drone Radio Show · Drones Serving England’s Health Care Network: Louisa Smith, […] The post Apian on the Drone Radio Show! Integrating Healthcare and Drones appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Drone in a Box Infrastructure for Public Safety: on the next Public Safety Drone Review, Tuesday, March 5. Register here for the upcoming episode of the Public Safety Drone Review on Tuesday, March 5 at 3:00 pm EST. This webcast, co-sponsored by DRONELIFE and DRONERESPONDERS, is set to deliver insights into drone technology advancements for […] The post Live from a Demo of the Drone-in-a-Box Optimus System: Don’t Miss the Public Safety Drone Review, March 5 appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

High Eye Secures Prestigious International Tender with the Netherlands Ministry of Defence In a significant development for both the defense industry and unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technology, High Eye has been announced as the winner of an international tender issued by the Netherlands Ministry of Defence. This achievement marks a noteworthy milestone in High Eye’s […] The post High Eye Wins Netherlands Ministry of Defence Tender with Airboxer VTOL UAV appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New Lite Option Expands Access to Advanced Photogrammetry Features for Diverse Industries by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Texas-based mapping software developer Skyebrowse recently announced a new “Lite” tier for their flagship affordable photogrammetry software, making access to high-quality mapping more accessible for organizations than ever. While missing certain professional tools and access to […] The post Skyebrowse Introduces Affordable Photogrammetry Software Tier appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Texas police agencies hope to keep their Chinese-made drone fleets By DRONELIFE Features Editor, Jim Magill As both state and federal officials try to limit, if not outright ban, the use of Chinese-made drones by public service agencies, police departments and sheriff’s offices in Texas have taken steps to ensure that those UAVs in their […] The post Texas Police Secure Drone Data, Aim to Preserve Fleets Despite Ban Attempts appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Deadline Approaching: Don’t Miss Out on Unmatched Networking and Insights Before March 1st Amsterdam Drone Week (ADW) is poised once again to bring together the brightest minds and latest innovations in the drone industry. Scheduled to take place at the prestigious RAI in Amsterdam, this event promises an immersive experience into the current state and […] The post Last Call for 50% Off: Secure Your Spot at Amsterdam Drone Week Now appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Enhancing Public Safety with Grant-Funded Drone Solutions by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Drone and sensor developer Teledyne FLIR has recently announced a partnership with PoliceGrantsHelp.com, who help eligible agencies gain access to grants, increasing the affordability of their public safety-focused solutions. Designed to help “bridge the gap” between operational needs and budget realities, […] The post Teledyne FLIR Partners with PoliceGrantsHelp to Boost Public Safety Solutions appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

News and Commentary. In San Francisco, Prop E will be on the ballot on March 5. Among other provisions designed to help public safety agencies deal with rising crime rates in the city, Prop E would ease the way for police drone use. The discussion in San Francisco’s media, however, has highlighted the drone industry’s […] The post San Francisco’s Prop E Could Ease the Way for Police Drone Use: But Highlights the Need for More Education appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

How Did Yesterday’s Massive AT&T Service Outage Impact First Responders – and What Can We Learn? DRONELIFE is pleased to present this guest post by Matt Sloane, the Founder and CEO of Skyfire Consulting. In this piece, Matt talks about the results of his informal survey of first responders: did yesterday’s massive AT&T outage impact […] The post What a Nationwide AT&T Outage Meant for Our First Responders appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Partnership to Evaluate Middle-Mile Drone Delivery in Effort to Reduce Traffic and Emissions Skyports Drone Services, in collaboration with the Port Authority of New York and New Jersey (PANYNJ), announced today a strategic partnership aimed at exploring the feasibility of implementing middle-mile drone logistics across the New York and New Jersey region. This initiative seeks […] The post Skyports Joins Forces with Port Authority to Pioneer Drone Logistics in New York and New Jersey appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Skyfire Spearheads Pioneering Joint Drone First Responder Program in Fremont, California In an innovative step towards enhancing public safety, Fremont, California, has become the first city in the United States to implement a Drone First Responder (DFR) program across both its Fire and Police Departments. Announced today, the joint DFR program was officially approved by […] The post Fremont, CA, Pioneers Joint Drone First Responder Program for Fire and Police Departments appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Marut Drones and PJTSAU Achieve Breakthrough in Agricultural Drone Technology In a significant development for the agricultural sector, Marut Drones, a pioneer in drone technology from India, in collaboration with Prof. Jayashankar Telangana State Agriculture University (PJTSAU), has been granted a utility patent for an innovative direct seeding drone. This patent, valid for a term […] The post A New Patent Could Enable Rice Seeding with Drones Could Revolutionize Sustainable Agriculture appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New Legislation Expands Recreational Drone Access and Empowers Educational Use by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb The recent passage of the FAA Reauthorization Act through the US Senate Committee included some big news for recreational drone operators, with the Academy of Model Aeronautics announcing that their proposed amendments had been included in the final […] The post FAA Reauthorization Act Enhances Recreational Drone Operations: Key Amendments and Impacts for Flyers and Educators appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Amsterdam Drone Week has been one of the European drone industry’s most important shows since it’s inception. ADW is co-located with the EASA high level conference on drones: it draws the industry’s most prominent thought leaders from around the globe to hear and contribute to discussions with European lawmakers. This concentration of high level stakeholders […] The post Why Amsterdam Drone Week is a Game-Changer in the Drone Industry appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

WellSpan Health to Revolutionize Pharmacy Delivery with Zipline’s Drone Technology WellSpan Health, a leading health system in Pennsylvania, is set to revolutionize the patient experience by partnering with Zipline, the world’s largest autonomous delivery service. This partnership will bring innovative medical drone delivery to Pennsylvania, making the process of getting prescriptions filled as simple as […] The post WellSpan Health Adopts Drone Delivery for Prescriptions: “Lower Cost, Faster, and More Sustainable” appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Marut Drones Delivers Agricultural Drones to PJTSAU for Research and Utility In a significant development for the agricultural sector, Marut Drones, a leading drone technology manufacturer in India, has delivered two of its DGCA certified multi-utility agricultural drones, AG365, to Professor Jayashankar Telangana State Agricultural University (PJTSAU). The drones were inaugurated by Shri Thummala Nageswara […] The post Marut Drones Delivers Multi-Utility Agricultural Drones for Research at Major Agricultural University appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Don’t miss Joby Aviation on this episode of the Drone Radio Show! Host Randy Goers speaks with Joby product manager Eric Allison about the question on everyone’s mind: How close are we to hailing an air taxi? Listen here: Drone Radio Show · How Close Are We to Hailing an Electric Air Taxi? Eric Allison […] The post Joby Aviation on the Drone Radio Show: Answering the Number 1 Question on Urban Air Mobility appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

SimActive Enhances 3D Mapping with Multi-Camera Drone Payloads SimActive Inc., a global leader in photogrammetry software development, has announced the integration of its Correlator3D™ product with multi-camera drone payloads to enhance 3D mapping capabilities. This innovative software allows users to import configurations from both oblique and nadir cameras, paving the way for superior 3D mapping […] The post Revolutionizing 3D Mapping: SimActive’s Integration with Multi-Camera Drone Payloads appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

The latest in an occasional column on bringing products to market in emerging technologies, by industry marketing expert Amy T. Wiegand: Go-to-Market Propeller. The deep dive on how decision makers maximize trade show ROI: from choosing the right events to post show follow up. By Amy T. Wiegand In the rapidly evolving world of drone technology, […] The post How Decision Makers Maximize Tradeshow ROI: Go-to-Market Propeller appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Drones Dominated the Geo Week ‘24 Floor By: Dawn Zoldi Geo Week distinguishes itself as the leading event fostering improved cooperation among specialists in the built environment, advanced airborne/terrestrial technologies and enthusiasts of commercial 3D technology. The event originated in response to the evolving needs of professionals in the built world and geospatial domains and […] The post From the Floor of Geo Week ’24: The Drones Geospatial Professionals are Using appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article