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Drone Delivery Revolutionizes Healthcare: Researchers Showcase Significant Benefits In a study published in the December 20 edition of Science Robotics, researchers have highlighted the transformative impact of drone delivery systems on communities, particularly in hard-to-reach areas. The study underscores the life-saving potential of on-demand drone deliveries, showcasing substantial improvements over traditional ground transportation methods. (Authors […] The post Advancing Access: The Impact of Drone Delivery on Healthcare and Beyond appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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The U.S. Senate has passed a three-month extension of the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) authority, extending it until March 8, 2024. This move came just before the Senate wrapped up the majority of its business for the year, with lawmakers departing for the Christmas break. Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer (D-N.Y.) announced that Sen. Michael […] The post Senate Passes Extension of FAA Reauthorization Until March appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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DroneSentry-C2 Tactical, a Field-Ready Command-and-Control System for Enhanced Counter-Drone Situational Awareness DroneShield, a leading company in drone technology, has announced the launch of its new product, DroneSentry-C2 Tactical (DroneSentry-C2T). This new offering is a rugged, tablet-based command-and-control system designed to provide real-time counter-drone situational awareness. The DroneSentry-C2T is a field-ready version of DroneShield’s primary Command-and-Control […] The post DroneShield Unveils DroneSentry-C2 Tactical: A New Era in Handheld Drone Defense Systems appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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The C100’s Approval Streamlines Military Drone Procurement and Operation US-based hardware manufacturer PDW as announced that its C100 quadcopter has been approved for the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) Blue UAS program. This approval will streamline the process for military applications of the drone. The Blue sUAS list is a program developed by the Defense Innovation […] The post PDW’s Rucksack Portable, Heavy Lift C100 Drone Added to Blue UAS List: A Step Forward in Military Drone Applications appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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Valmiz™ AI at the AI Asia Expo: A Novel Multi-Agent Human-Centric Approach By: Dawn Zoldi (Colonel USAF Ret.) ASTN Group™, creators of the Valmiz™ Augmentive Artificial Intelligence (AAI) recently captivated audiences at the 4,000 attendee-strong AI Asia Expo 2023 in the Philippines, the location of one of the company’s two international headquarters (the other is […] The post Augmentive Artificial Intelligence: Rommell Martínez on Valmiz™, Multi-Agent, Human-Centric AI appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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MatrixSpace Radar Receives FCC Authorization MatrixSpace, an impressive new provider of radio navigation services, announced on December 18, 2023, that its MatrixSpace Radar has received authorization from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC). The radar system, which has been rigorously tested to meet the FCC’s emissions and frequencies specifications, is now available for sale to commercial […] The post MatrixSpace Radar Gets FCC Approval: High Accuracy, Low SWaP-C for the Commercial Drone Industry appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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UK’s NHS and Apian Partner with Zipline to Revolutionize Medical Supply Delivery with Drones In recent years, the global Medical Supply Delivery Service Market has seen exponential growth, with revenues surpassing the US$50 billion mark in 2022. This market’s trajectory is poised for robust expansion, driven by various factors that are reshaping the landscape of […] The post NHS and Apian’s Partnership with Zipline: Transforming Medical Supply Delivery with Drones appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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FAA Approval Empowers Wing to Expand BVLOS Operations Across Dallas, Major US Cities, Furthering Momentum in the Drone Delivery Landscape As the year draws to a close, drone delivery service Wing has announced a significant development. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted Wing an exemption that allows it to operate Beyond Visual Line of […] The post Elevating the Industry: FAA Greenlights Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) Drone Delivery, Boosting Efficiency for Wing appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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Aloft Technologies Launches Air Aware: A Revolutionary Step in Airspace Situational Awareness Aloft Technologies, Inc., a pioneer in drone fleet and airspace management, has unveiled its latest milestone with the launch of Air Aware, a cutting-edge advancement in airspace situational awareness. This application provides comprehensive real-time insights before, during, and after drone operations, effectively replacing […] The post On the Anniversary of the Wright Brothers First Powered Flight, Aloft Technologies Launches Air Aware: Elevating Drone Safety and Redefining Airspace Situational Awareness appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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Safe Pro launches program to use drones, AI in landmine detection By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Landmines, which kill or injure as many as 100,000 people in nations across the world every year, represent a global health crisis. Experts at the organization behind the international Minesweepers estimate that currently there are 110 million land mines in […] The post Innovative Drone Program Combats Global Landmine Crisis with AI Precision appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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Cruz Advocates for FAA Reauthorization Extension Amidst Senate Debate In a recent development on Capitol Hill, Senator Ted Cruz, along with fellow Republican senators, faced a setback in their attempt to secure unanimous consent for a temporary extension of the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) authorization. The move comes as the current extension of FAA Reauthorization […] The post Senator Cruz Calls for Swift Action on Extension of FAA Reauthorization Amidst Senate Hurdles appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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Zipline, a San Francisco-based company specializing in drone deliveries, has achieved a significant milestone by completing over 800,000 deliveries across seven countries since its establishment in 2011. The company, valued at over $4 billion after securing $330 million in recent funding, has expanded its services to include partnerships with notable entities such as Seattle’s Pagliacci […] The post What’s Inside the Zipline Platform: NVIDIA’s Jetson Edge AI appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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Now on President Biden’s desk for signature, the FY 24 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) has passed the U.S. House of Representatives. Included in the FY 24 NDAA is the American Security Drone Act, (See Subtitle H in text of NDAA) which would limit the use of Chinese-manufactured drone platforms by federal or federally funded […] The post FY 24 National Defense Authorization Act Includes American Security Drone Act, Limiting Chinese-Made Drone Use appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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First of its kind, fixed wing VTOL water landing drone Aeromao has launched the VT-Naut, a groundbreaking fixed-wing VTOL drone with the unique ability to land on water. This innovative feature sets the VT-Naut apart: the company says that VT-Naut is the first drone of its kind. The VT-Naut VTOSL (Vertical Takeoff and Short Landing) […] The post Aeromao’s VT-Naut Drone: Bridging the Gap Between Land and Sea appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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Redefining Possibilities in Aviation with the Electric EEL Demonstrator Aircraft by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Ampaire, a California-based manufacturer of hybrid electric aircraft systems, recently announced that their Eelectric EEL demonstrator aircraft completed a 12-hour flight with over two hours of flight time remaining between battery stores and fuel reserves. Ampaire believes that […] The post Ampaire Soars Beyond Limits: Setting a New Standard in Hybrid Electric Flight Endurance appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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Airspeeder’s Groundbreaking Race at Stonefield Airfield Signals the Future of High-Speed Aerial Competition, Paving the Way for the Airspeeder Grand Prix Series by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Airspeeder, a promoter focused on eVTOL racing, recently announced that Zephatali Walsh was the winner of the world’s first three-way eVTOL race held at Stonefield Airfield, […] The post Skybound Triumph: Zephatali Walsh Seals Historic Victory in World’s First Three-Way eVTOL Aerial Showdown appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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SPH Engineering Has Announced the 22 Winners of the 4th International Drone Show Competition by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Walker Robinson The winners of the 4th International Drone Show Competition have been announced by SPH Engineering at the Live Design International Trade Show (LDI) in Las Vegas. The winners across eight categories were picked for their […] The post The Winners of SPH Engineering’s 4th International Drone Show Competition! appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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Matternet, a leading urban drone delivery platform developer, has been authorized by the Luftfahrt-Bundesamt (LBA), Germany’s Federal Aviation Office, to launch beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery operations in Berlin. This approval marks the inception of Berlin’s first-ever BVLOS drone delivery network. The new drone delivery network aims to connect 13 hospitals with […] The post Matternet M2 Will Fly BVLOS Medical Drone Delivery in the Heart of Berlin appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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Committee Statement Says that Senate action is necessary, as “a series of short-term extensions hamstrings FAA operations”. As the nation waits for FAA Reauthorization to advance in the Senate, the House Committee on Infrastructure and Transportation has approved another Reauthorization extension for the FAA, which would fund the agency through March 8, 2024. This provision […] The post U.S. House Committee Passes FAA Reauthorization Extension… Just in Case appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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The previous FAA Authorization expired on September 30. At that time, President Joe Biden signed a bipartisan Continuing Resolution (CR) to fund the federal government through Nov. 17, 2023 and extend Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) authorization through December. As the clock ticks towards the end of the year, what’s happening with FAA Reauthorization 2023? In […] The post U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg Urges Congress to Pass FAA Reauthorization Before Year End appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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Verge Aero, a leading provider of drone show technology solutions, has launched a new software tool, Verge Aero Composer. This innovative design software aims to make the drone show industry more accessible by allowing individuals to create their own drone shows without any technical experience. The software, unveiled on December 4, 2023, in Las Vegas, […] The post Verge Aero Launches Composer: Now Anyone Can Create a Stunning Drone Show appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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Matt Sloane, Skyfire CEO, Recognized in Emory University’s 40 Under Forty Program Matt Sloane, the Founder and CEO of Skyfire Consulting, a leading public safety UAS consulting group, has been honored by Emory University’s esteemed 40 Under Forty program. The program annually acknowledges a select group of alumni who have made substantial contributions in their […] The post Emory Alumnus and Skyfire CEO Matt Sloane Named a “40 Under Forty” Innovator appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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Drone Champions League Selects AlUla, Saudi Arabia for Super Final 2023 The Drone Champions League (DCL) has announced that its flagship event, the Super Final 2023, will be held in the ancient city of AlUla, Saudi Arabia on December 20th, 2023. This marks a significant milestone in drone racing, as AlUla, recognized as one of […] The post Drone Champions League announces the city of AlUla, Saudi Arabia as host for Super Final 2023 appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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The popular podcast “Dawn of Drones,” known for its global reach and influence in the drone, advanced air mobility (AAM), and autonomous industries, is set to undergo a name change and transformation for its 2024 season. The show’s creator, Dawn Zoldi of P3 Tech Consulting LLC, and producer Mike Pehel of UpStreem, in collaboration with […] The post “Dawn of Drones” Rebrands to “Dawn of Autonomy” for the 2024 Season appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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FlyCart 30, the DJI delivery drone, was announced last August – but has so far only been available in China. On December 6, however, the DJI FlyCart 30 was added to the FAA website list of Remote ID compliant drones, which could indicate that the drone will be offered for sale in the U.S. soon. […] The post Will a DJI Delivery Drone Come to the US Market Soon? FlyCart 30 Gets Remote ID Compliance [VIDEO] appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article