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The recent New Jersey drone panic has made it clear: people want to know what’s flying in low altitude airspace. Why can’t we provide the level of clarity demanded? What’s needed to make it happen? This guest post by MatrixSpace‘s Dan O’Shea explains the current gaps in airspace awareness technology and infrastructure. DRONELIFE neither accepts […] The post Closing the Gaps: Why Low-Altitude Airspace Awareness Is Critical for the Future of Aviation appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

DEXA’s NEPA Testing Highlights Noise Mitigation and Environmental Responsibilit Noise is a major concern for consumers and a critical factor in gaining community acceptance for drone delivery technology. As companies refine their systems, addressing noise issues is a priority for successful integration into daily life. DEXA (Drone Express), a company specializing in autonomous drone delivery, […] The post Addressing Noise Concerns: A Key to Community Acceptance of Drone Delivery Technology appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New Appointment to Support Advocacy and Policy for Commercial Drone Industry The Commercial Drone Alliance (CDA), a non-profit organization focused on advancing the commercial uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) industry, has announced Liz Forro as its new Policy Director. Forro brings years of experience in aviation policy and regulation to her new role, where she will […] The post Liz Forro Joins the Commercial Drone Alliance as Policy Director appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

DJI Flip Combines Safety, Portability, and Professional-Grade Features in a Lightweight Design DJI, a global leader in drone technology, has introduced the DJI Flip, an all-in-one vlog camera drone designed for safety, portability, and high-quality photography. This release comes as the U.S. government continues to limit the use of professional DJI drones, yet the company […] The post DJI Launches DJI Flip: A Compact Vlog Camera Drone for Safe and Stunning Aerial Photography appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New Organization Aims to Enhance Drone Show Safety Following Orlando Incident Stakeholders have formed the International Drone Show Industry Association (IDSIA) to promote safety and quality standards for drone shows worldwide. This development comes in the wake of a recent accident at a drone show in Orlando, Florida, which injured a young spectator. Investigation into this […] The post Drone Show Association Formed to Develop Industry Standards and Safety appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

5-Year Agreement Aims to Enhance Grid Resilience Amid Growing Wildfire Concerns Pacific Gas & Electric (PG&E) has signed a 5-year agreement with Sharper Shape to use their CORE (Cloud Optimized Remote Evaluation) software for utility asset management. This partnership, which began in 2019, will help PG&E create a digital twin of its infrastructure using LiDAR […] The post PG&E Embraces AI-Powered Asset Management with Sharper Shape’s CORE Software appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New lightweight digital video transmission system offers high-quality imaging and low latency for competitive racers and photographers by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Drone giant DJI has recently announced their newest product aimed at the thriving FPV drone market- the DJI O4 Air unit series, their flagship digital video transmission products that bring a […] The post DJI O4 Air Unit Series: A Game-Changer for FPV Drone Racing appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

EagleView produces high-resolution images in the wake of disasters By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Soon after two powerful and devastating hurricanes, Helene and Milton, struck Florida within weeks of each other last fall, data analytics company EagleView Technologies was on the scene, capturing high-resolution aerial images of the destruction to aid recovery efforts and assist […] The post EagleView’s High-Tech Response to Natural Disasters: Capturing Devastation from Above” appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

U.S. CBP deploys drones in multiple ways to complete its mission By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill (The U.S. Customs and Border Patrol deploys a wide range drone types of to help fulfill its mission to safeguard the nation’s borders, enhance its economic prosperity and protect the American people. CBP’s pilots fly everything from small […] The post How CBP Leverages Drones to Secure Borders and Enhance National Security: DRONELIFE Exclusive Interview appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

FAA Urges Drone Pilots to Avoid Wildfire Areas to Prevent Accidents and Delays in Firefighting Efforts A drone collided with a firefighting aircraft over the Palisades fire on Thursday, grounding the firefighting aircraft and raising concerns about drone safety near active wildfires. The FAA and local officials are emphasizing the dangers of unauthorized drone flights […] The post Drone Collision with Firefighting Aircraft Highlights Safety Risks in Restricted Airspace appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

KDDI and DJI Flycart 30 Prove Vital in Overcoming Logistics Challenges After Heavy Rains in Ishikawa Prefecture This article published in collaboration with JUIDA, the Japan UAS Industrial Development Association. by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Natural disasters are a fact of life in rural Japan, but that doesn’t mean they can’t have devastating […] The post Drone Technology Saves the Day: Rescuing a Rural Apple Harvest in Japan appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Shifting Partnerships Highlight Challenges in Building Cost-Effective and Scalable Drone Delivery Systems Walmart’s recent decision to end its partnership with DroneUp marks a significant moment for the drone delivery industry. The retail giant terminated its collaboration with the logistics provider and reportedly divested its stake in the company. This move reflects both the evolving dynamics […] The post What the Walmart and DroneUp Breakup Reveals About Drone Delivery Models appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Milestone Highlights Progress in BVLOS Pipeline Inspections Phoenix Air Unmanned (PAU) has announced the successful completion of a 320-mile pipeline patrol in just 7.6 flight hours using a single unmanned aircraft system (UAS). Conducted for Shell Pipeline Company (SPLC) in Louisiana, the achievement surpasses the project’s goal of patrolling 300 miles in a single flight […] The post Phoenix Air Unmanned Completes 320-Mile Pipeline Patrol in Single Day appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Partnership with Amentum Supports Department of Homeland Security Airspace Awareness Efforts Pierce Aerospace announced a $10 million subcontract from Amentum to support the Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Science and Technology Directorate. This agreement focuses on advancing Remote Identification (Remote ID) technology to enhance airspace awareness. Supporting Homeland Security with Remote ID The contract, awarded […] The post Pierce Aerospace Secures $10M Contract for Remote ID Technology appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Cutting-Edge UAV Technology Strengthens Marine Resource Protection The Department of Fisheries in Maharashtra has launched an innovative fisheries surveillance project, marking the first drone-based enforcement initiative of its kind in India. Collaborating with ideaForge Technology Limited and Schnell Drone Technologies Ltd., the project leverages advanced UAV technology to monitor and protect the state’s marine resources […] The post Drones Enhance Fisheries Surveillance in Maharashtra appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

European-American Innovation Addresses Drone Battery Supply Chain Challenges As the United States faces a critical shortage of drone batteries driven by rising tensions with China, a European-American collaboration offers a promising solution. Tulip Tech, a European-based company specializing in high-performance drone batteries, has announced the opening of its new US offices. The launch event, held […] The post Tulip Tech Opens US Offices Amid Growing Drone Battery Crisis appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New Parachute Recovery System Supports Regulatory Compliance for Flying Over People AVSS Introduces the PRS-M4S AVSS – Aerial Vehicle Safety Solutions Inc. (AVSS) has announced the launch of its PRS-M4S Parachute Recovery System, designed for the newly unveiled DJI Matrice 4 Series. This product offers compatibility with both the DJI Matrice 4 Enterprise and DJI […] The post AVSS Launches PRS-M4S for DJI Matrice 4 Series: See How it Works! appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Expanding Drone Technology Enhances Safety for Communities and First Responders All images credit Flying Lion, used with permission. Flying Lion, Inc., a leading drone service provider, has announced a major achievement in Drone as First Responder (DFR) operations. By the end of 2024, the company successfully completed 55,773 DFR flights, with more than 35,000 conducted […] The post Flying Lion Achieves Milestone: Over 50,000 Drone as First Responder Flights Completed appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New Drones Enhance Mapping, Inspection, and Public Safety with AI Capabilities DJI has unveiled the Matrice 4 Series enterprise drones, featuring cutting-edge sensors, AI-powered tools, and a suite of capabilities aimed at improving aerial operations across various industries. The launch highlights DJI’s ongoing innovation in drone technology, even as the U.S. government continues efforts to […] The post DJI Introduces Matrice 4 Series: Advanced Tools for Enterprise Drone Operations appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

In the first episode of Weekly Wings Season 2, hosts Paul Rossi and Terry Neff explore key developments in the drone industry as the new year begins. Watch on the DRONELIFE TV Youtube Channel here. They kick off with discussions on U.S. Army training operations in Romania using Skydio and Anduril drones for reconnaissance and […] The post Defense Innovations, Drone Safety and EVTOL Tech: on the January 7 Episode of Weekly Wings 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. Go-to-Market Propeller is the practical support a growing industry needs – getting from innovation to sales. In this article: the importance of competitive analysis. by Amy T. Wiegand Competitive analysis solidifies the […] The post The Importance of Competitive Analysis in Emerging Aviation Technology: Go-to-Market Propeller appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New Infrastructure Supports Waterway Patrol, Rescue, and Retail Delivery in Anji, China A2Z Drone Delivery has introduced a multi-use drone dock network operating beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS). This innovative system supports urban waterway patrols, water rescue operations, and regional retail deliveries in Anji City, China. The rollout represents the company’s initial foray as […] The post A2Z Drone Delivery Unveils Multi-Use BVLOS Drone Dock Network appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New Drone Offers Advanced Features and Comprehensive Support for Industrial Cleaning Apellix, an aerial robotics company based in Jacksonville, FL, has introduced its latest innovation, the US1 Power Wash Drone. This new system is designed to make industrial and commercial cleaning safer, more efficient, and cost-effective by incorporating advanced features and offering comprehensive customer support. […] The post Apellix Launches US1 Power Wash Drone: Safer and More Efficient Cleaning for Industrial and Commercial Use appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

FAA BVLOS Waiver for American Robotics Advances Remote Operations Capabilities Ondas Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ: ONDS) has announced that its subsidiary, American Robotics, received a new Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) waiver from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This waiver allows expanded drone operations over people and moving vehicles, managed remotely from the company’s Baltimore […] The post Ondas’ American Robotics Secures FAA Waiver for Expanded Drone Operations appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Expanding Public Safety Capabilities with Drones Flock Safety, a company known for its suite of public safety solutions, has acquired Uniform Sierra Aerospace. Uniform Sierra Aerospace, a U.S.-based provider of small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS) for public safety, brings its expertise in American-made, National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA)-compliant drones to Flock’s growing portfolio. This acquisition […] The post Flock Safety Acquires Uniform Sierra Aerospace: Enhancing Drone Technology for Public Safety appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article