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Focused on creating a positive impact in India's agriculture sector, Garuda Aerospace continues to expand its market share through partnerships and collaboration. Supporting the Prime Minister, Shri Narendra Modi's visionary initiative to empower women-led Self Help Groups (SHGs), Garuda Aerospace today announces that it has secured an order of a total of 500 Garuda Kisan Drones from 10 leading fertiliser companies under the NaMo Drone ...

A Swiss-Austrian consortium will test large-area laser scanning applications in the Swiss Alps, using innovative drones. The partners are Dufour Aerospace, RIEGL, BSF Swissphoto and the SLF, who will collaborate for a series of test flights over several months. There is growing interest among various private and public stakeholders in high-resolution, up-to-date and cost-effective data, particularly in the area of alpine environmental hazards or energy ...

X10D's advanced AI and sensor technology enables life-saving decision-making on the battlefield, stronger military readiness, and powerful human-machine teaming Skydio, U.S. drone manufacturer and world leader in autonomous flight, today announced it has begun delivery of its first X10Ds, Skydio's new flagship drone for defense and government applications, to customers across the U.S. and Allied Nations. It follows the success of its predecessor the X2D, ...

Vision Aerial is excited to announce a strategic partnership withFrontier Precision Unmanned. Vision Aerial's expertise in versatile and adaptable drone technology, exemplified by our SwitchBlade-Elite and Vector drones, complements Frontier Precision's comprehensive suite of unmanned technology solutions. This collaboration signifies a commitment to delivering enhanced, industry-specific unmanned solutions, leveraging our combined technical excellence and market experience.

DroneShield Ltd(ASX:DRO) (DroneShield" or the Company")is pleased to announce the release of record full year FY23 results. The highlights include: Full Year Results Presentation can be viewedhere: Annual Report can be viewedhere:

PDRL, a trailblazer in the realm of drone technology, concluded the highly anticipated1stAeroGCS Global Competition. In the vibrant city of Nashik, Maharashtra,India, the grand finale turned to be a spectacular showcase of talent, innovation, and AeroGCS expertise. In a pioneering move that has resonated with drone enthusiasts across the globe, PDRL proudly unveils the culmination of the AeroGCS Global Competition. This event has not only ...

Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company (NYSE: LMT), today unveiled its plan to build, test and fly a hybrid-electric vertical takeoff and landing demonstrator (HEX / VTOL) with a tilt-wing configuration. The design is the first in a series of large, next generation VTOL aircraft - ranging from more traditional helicopters to winged configurations - which will feature varying degrees of electrification, and an advanced autonomy ...

Airbus and LCI, a leading aviation company, have announced a collaboration agreement to jointly develop ecosystems for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM). The collaboration will focus on the development of partnership scenarios and business models in three core AAM areas: strategy, commercialisation and financing. We are excited to extend our long-standing relationship with LCI, an innovative lessor that is globally unique in its positioning across the ...

Since our inception, Skydio has been unwavering in our commitment to the security of our products and our customer's data. As the largest U.S. drone manufacturer, we recognize our responsibility to uphold these aspects as foundational elements of our products and services. The United States Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA), part of the U.S. Department of Homeland Security, ...

Uniform Sierra is thrilled to announce the Arrowhead 24, the most significant update to the proven Arrowhead indoor Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) since its launch in 2022. This comprehensive upgrade delivers enhanced capabilities for a variety of indoor and GPS-denied environments. Key features and improvements: Mesh-capable digital radio link:Enhanced reliability and range for complex environments. HD video support Crystal-clear visuals for improved situational awareness. 320/640p ...

Written by Tom Ward Drone masterminds have taken DIY engineering to the next level with the first drone capable of keeping up with an F1 car on the track. Here's how they created it. A decade ago, when he was around 25-years-old, Ralph Hogenbirk - aka Shaggy - first got into the world of drones. Back then, it was a hobby alongside his office job. ...

AutoFlight, the eVTOL pioneer, today presented the world's first inter-city electric air-taxidemonstration flight between the southern Chinese cities of Shenzhen and Zhuhai. AutoFlight's five-seaterProsperityeVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing) aircraft completed a significant milestone by autonomously flying the 50km (31 miles) route from Shenzhen to Zhuhai. The flight from Shenzhen to Zhuhai across the Pearl River Delta took just 20 minutes, a journey that would ...

Anyline, a global leader in mobile data capture and data insights, today introduced a new autonomous drone inventory management software that can scan an entire warehouse efficiently. Anyline worked withMondi, a global leader in packaging and paper, to develop thisautonomous drone barcode scanning solution. Seeking to improve its inventory management process across multiple, large warehouse locations, Mondi tested several technology options including handheld RFID and ...

Dear Pilot, You are invitedto the workshop to learn how to do more with your DJI drone using UgCS Flight Planning Software! This workshop will be full of valuable tips for those who have been flying drones for a while and want to take their skills to the next level and those who are just starting. Come learn, meet other enthusiasts and pros, and then ...

Inertial Labs, a leading advanced navigation and positioning technology provider, is excited to announce a strategic partnership with Stitch3D, a renowned cloud-optimized software startup specializing in cutting-edge 3D data hosting and sharing solutions. This collaboration marks a significant milestone in expanding innovative LiDAR technology by distributing Inertial Labs' RESEPI LiDAR products. The RESEPI LiDAR series, known for its precision, reliability, and versatility, offers comprehensive solutions ...

Unifly, a group company of Terra Drone Corporation and a leading provider of Unmanned Aircraft System Traffic Management (UTM) solutions, proudly announces its pivotal role in the 12 million EUREKA project, initiated by the SESAR Joint Undertaking in June 2023. Led by EUROCONTROL, this groundbreaking initiative aims to seamlessly integrate air mobility into urban landscapes by 2026, addressing the growing need for efficient, sustainable, and ...

On the 21st of February 2024, the first-ever BVLOS (beyond visual line of sight) automated drone took off from Ludenscheid, Germany, with SAIL III approval for regular operation from the Federal Aviation Office. We are proud that the HHLA Sky Integrated Control Center played a pivotal role in enabling Germany's first drone delivery airline to operate. This marks a significant advancement in the use of ...

We are thrilled to share remarkable news with you! High Eye has emerged victorious in an international open tender issued by the Ministry of Defence Netherlands, marking a significant milestone in our journey of innovation and growth. This prestigious tender victory signifies not only a tremendous achievement by High Eye but also a testament to the quality and capability of our Airboxer. As part of ...

There has been a new buzz in the rural villages across the country,Viksit Bharath Sankalp Yatra. The prestigious project that was initiated byShri Narendra Modi, Honourable Prime Minister ofIndia, toraise awareness through outreach activities and achieve saturation of various welfare schemes launched by the Government ofIndia, has gained momentum across the nation. Drogo Dronesplayed a vital role in the success of the program by deploying ...

Mineral Wells, TX - Genesys Aerosystems, a Moog company, announced today at the HAI annual Heli-Expo that it has completed an MOU agreement with AI-enabled avionics developer Daedalean to develop an integration roadmap of Daedalean technology into the Genesys Avionics Suite. This comes after successful flight testing of Daedalean's OmniX evaluation kit on the Genesys [...]

Anne MO Roush It's 2057. The centre of global commerce resides in Dubai, the world's first and most ambitious smart city. The face of the entire globe has transformed from a chiefly decentralized, analogue system to a comprehensive digital network of governance, commerce, communication, and transportation. In this interconnected world, every aspect of life is [...]

Matthew Sweeny Unfortunately, the Federal Aviation Administration regulations to enable commercial drone delivery at scale continue to take much longer than anticipated. On July 24, 2023, SkyDrop completed the first store-to-door drone delivery approved by the Civil Aviation Authority in New Zealand history, successfully delivering Domino's and FedEx packages. On this same day, SkyDrop ran [...]

Stunning footage released of ULTRA drone flying over Rothera Research station and nearby islands A team testing the Windracers ULTRA drone in Antarctica has shared the first video footage of the aircraft flying autonomously over British Antarctic Survey's (BAS) Rothera Research Station and its nearby islands. Scientists and engineers, from BAS and Windracers, are testing [...]

Today marks a pivotal moment for innovators in the Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) market as the Oregon UAS Accelerator officially launches its groundbreaking initiative. With generous funding from Business Oregon totaling $2.25 million over two years, the Accelerator is poised to catapult UAS innovation to new heights, fostering economic growth and job creation in rural [...]

Is this 10 years too late? Can the UK catch up? Marvel at all the non UK systems in the doc (ed) The return of war to Europe has demonstrated the essential requirement for a resilient, robust and agile approach to Defence procurement. The Integrated Review Refresh and Defence Command Paper recognise this challenge and [...]

Skyfire Consulting (Skyfire) (skyfireconsulting.com),the most trusted and experienced public safety UAS consulting group, today announcedits collaboration with the Fremont, California Fire and Police Departments to [...]

Drone Express, a leading provider of drone delivery solutions, proudly announces its membership in AeroX, a prestigious association dedicated to advancing the aerospace industry. This [...]

JOUAV has launched the advanced JoLiDAR-1000 sensor for drones, enhancing their range of efficient LiDAR sensors for UAV applications like surveying and power line inspections. The sensor features a 1000m laser scanner, superior measurement accuracy, a compact design, and integrates multiple high-tech systems, streamlining operations and supporting various applications without the need for base stations or ground control points. Visit www.jouav.com for more details.

INVOLI, global leader and provider of solutions for integrating drones flying BVLOS into air traffic, is thrilled to announce the finalization and publication of a [...]

Skyports Drone Services (Skyports), the global leader in drone logistics, surveys, and monitoring, has today announced a strategic partnership with the Port Authority of New [...]

Dear Autel Robotics Customers, We wanted to provide you with some important updates regarding the certification requirements for our drones and the upcoming changes in [...]

Vertical Aerospace (Vertical) [NYSE: EVTL], a global aerospace and technology company that is pioneering zero-emissions aviation, today announces it has been awarded 8 million ($10 [...]

Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY), a company developing electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, today announced it has become the first developer of electric vertical [...]

The release of the Trimble(R) SiteVision(R) augmented reality software version 5 supports handheld LiDAR scanning capabilities when using a LiDAR-equipped iPhone Pro or an iPad [...]

Winston-Salem, NC - As part of its work to revolutionize emergency response to cardiac arrests, Hovecon seeks information from companies with drone delivery solutions for [...]

Flexxbotics, delivering workcell digitalization for robot-driven manufacturing, today announced the appointment of accomplished manufacturing software executive, Marc Lind, as Chief Strategy Officer (CSO) and Chief [...]

Aerodyne Group (Aerodyne), a global leader in drone-based enterprise solutions provider headquartered in Malaysia today inked an agreement with DroneDash Technologies (DroneDash), a leading air [...]

Snowdonia Aerospace Centre, the UK's leading large scale drone and soon to be eVTOL testing facility have selected AEROVOLT (partnered with EATON) to provide multiple [...]

Developed in partnership with the Australian Army and SYPAQ Systems, and exclusively distributed across Europe and the Middle East by the Tanglewood Group, the Corvo' [...]

The most advanced Remote Identification device WI-FI and BLE technology Our Remote ID module is based on the following technologies: Using the BLE and WI-FI [...]

General Atomics, a defense and diversified technologies company with affiliates operating on five continents, is expanding its collaborations and partnerships across Japan with new investments [...]

Eve Air Mobility (Eve") (NYSE: EVEX; EVEXW) and SkyScape, a Japanese vertiport development and management company headquartered in Osaka, Japan, have announced an agreement to [...]

All SACAA licensed drone pilots, ground crew and all other staff who require an identity pass to the restricted zone (RZ). Content General Security Awareness [...]

New proposals put forward by the UK Civil Aviation Authority will help unlock drones flying beyond visual line of sight of Remote Pilots. Industries involved [...]

Introducing the Axion (Model AB8) - a Multi-Purpose Aerial Vehicle based on the flight-proven JetQuad (Model AB6). The Axion has 4-times the power output of [...]

Our Mission - fly to space twice in a day. This is a substantial, complex project and we are looking for an experienced certification engineer [...]

RigiTech, the pioneering Swiss drone delivery company, proudly announces the addition ofMedical Drone Serviceas a new operator using the advanced Eiger drone model to bolster [...]

PHILADELPHIA - United States Attorney Jacqueline C. Romero announced that the United States has filed a complaint in U.S. District Court against Michael DiCiurcio of [...]

Pyka has delivered the first Pelican Cargo, an autonomous electric cargo aircraft with a 400-pound capacity, to AFWERX for the US Air Force's Agility Prime program. Designed for remote operations, the aircraft boasts a 200-mile range, quick recharging, and simple operation requirements. Pyka's innovation is expected to advance zero-emission aviation and national defense technologies.

Our latest drone podcast covers the UK CAA's proposed policy on unlocking beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations using an Atypical Air Environment'. Hear [...]