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Electra, a next-gen aerospace company with a mission to help decarbonize aviation and open new air transportation markets, today announced its achievement of pre-order sales [...]

After extensive research and rigorous testing, Aerovel proudly announces the Flexrotor now is equipped with a state-of-the-art Heavy Fuel Engine (HFE) with proprietary fuel mixture [...]

Luisa Rizzo of Italy, our air sports candidate, has made it to the final round of the World Games Athlete of the Year 2023! We [...]

As you all know, Advanced Power Drives (APD) has been a mainstay in the UAS space since 2015 with commercial and recreational customers. As our [...]

EMC Operations Group is looking for an aeronautical engineer to help us with the upgrading of our Dimorphodon unmanned aerial system. We are looking for [...]

In a groundbreaking move, Drone Entry Thailand has signed a Memorandum of Understanding(MoU) with Dhurakij Pundit University (DPU) to pioneer the introduction of professional Dronecourses [...]

Onyx conducted an in-person demonstration of itsSENTRY RWSintelligent remote weapon system during theAFWERX ChallengeExpedient Basing Sensors and Mission Generation Support showcase event that took place [...]

We are ramping up our testing and evaluation activities at Parallel Flight. This includes various payload v. time tests, fully autonomous runs and more. On [...]

A thief has been jailed after officers including a drone pilot and dog handler teamed up to find him hiding in a field inCanterbury. Police [...]

The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is working with colleagues across industry and government to deliver the regulatory frameworks and certification that will enable the [...]

Prague, January 24, 2024 - The securities of Primoco UAV SE, unmanned aircraft manufacturer, will be introduced to trading on the main market of the [...]

ACSL, Inc (ACSL), the leading Japanese drone maker, is pleased to announce pricing and availability for its highly anticipated SOTEN small UAS. ACSL announced its [...]

Prismatic Ltd. achieved a milestone by flying their PHASA-35 above 66,000 feet, a leap in sensing and communication systems. Aeroprobe's Hyperion Micro Air Data System, crucial for stratospheric navigation, provided precise aerodynamic data supporting this feat. The successful collaboration hints at future innovations in unmanned high-altitude flights, with Aeroprobe ready to further such advancements.

Leidos and the U.S. Army Combat Capabilities Development Command (DEVCOM) Aviation and Missile Center's (AvMC's) Advanced Multilayered Mobile Force Protection (AM2FP) team demonstrated the successful [...]

Inertial Labs, Inc. (hereafter Inertial Labs"), a leader in sensor fusion and 3D Lidar-based remote sensing solutions with its headquarters in Virginia, USA, along with [...]

We are thrilled to announce that the Z-RID Lite has received its FAA DOC Approval today. It's Made In The USA and comes in at [...]

Flexxbotics, delivering workcell digitalization for robot-driven manufacturing, today announced investment and mentorship from industry luminary Scott Harris, co-founder of SOLIDWORKS and Onshape. This strategic investment [...]

HERO.aero, a leader in unmanned aerial system (UAS) operations, proudly announces a strategic partnership with Velos Rotors, becoming the official reseller of the high-performing Velos [...]

Vertical Aerospace CEO Stephen Fitzpatrick invests $50 million, extending cash flow to Q2 2025 and bolstering the development of their certification aircraft. The company targets Type Certification by end of 2026, with their second VX4 prototype demonstrating progress. Achievements include a $5bn worth of pre-orders and strategic hires, reflecting an asset-light strategy. This move reaffirms Fitzpatrick's confidence in pioneering zero-emissions aviation with solid milestones like DOA and test completions in 2023.

Archer Aviation Inc. has entered into a Space Act Agreement with NASA to collaborate on advancing battery technology for electric aviation. The project will focus on safety and performance of battery cells, aiding the AAM industry. Archer aims to integrate these advancements in its Midnight electric air taxi, with NASA's testing contributing to U.S. leadership in aerospace. Archer's partnership with NASA aligns with its mission to develop eVTOL aircraft for urban air mobility, concentrating on purpose-built batteries and electric motors for mass production.

DeFli Networks (www.defli.xyz) the decentralized drone detection and UTM solutions networkhave today announced a strategic partnership with Walmart in the US that will see Walmartlocations [...]

DroneShield releases a significant update to its counter-drone devices globally, enhancing its AI-based detection engine, RFAI. The upgrade, informed by user feedback, improves emitter accuracy by 25%, introduces new positioning inputs, and offers enhanced diagnostics and location systems. Executives emphasize user-driven innovation and the importance of adapting to evolving drone threats.

UAS Sentry Enterprise System POE: The Affordable Solution for Enhanced Prison Security, Law Enforcement Centers, and Private Citizens in Responding to Unwanted Drones Traverse City, [...]

Associate professor Salua Hamaza and her team at TU Delft are developing AI-equipped drones with specialized features like a claw mechanism and tactile senses to collect bioacoustic data in rainforests. Designed to overcome the limitations of human researchers, these drones aim to improve biodiversity studies, and their potential applications extend to rescue missions and space exploration. Current challenges in their development include battery life and stability, but the hope is that these drones will revolutionize ecological and extraterrestrial research.

NNSA Principal Deputy Administrator Frank Rose and Associate Administrator for Defense National Security Lew Monroe visited the Nevada National Security Site (NNSS) and Sandia National [...]

Windracers continues to grow and there has never been a better time to join us! We are looking for someone with a keen interest in [...]

Flowcopter, a manufacturer of unmanned aerial vehicles, has secured 950,000 from Scottish Enterprise for a new hybrid drone project. The FC100 drone can carry up to 100kgs using 70% less fuel than helicopters, targeting sectors from retail to emergency rescue. The investment contributes to a total 1.9million funding, creating seven jobs and pushing Scotland's innovation and green economic growth. The company, a spin-out from Artemis Intelligent Power, will expand its team from its new Midlothian base, advancing in aerospace decarbonization.

The DragonFire laser-directed energy weapon (LDEW) system has achieved the UK's first high-power firing of a laser weapon against aerial targets during a trial at [...]

Volarious Tethered Drone System Feature, Sentry Mode. Volarious, presents Sentry Mode, drone monitoring feature designed to empower Public Safety Officers with extra situational awareness. This [...]

Asia's Fast Growing Commercial Drone Marketplace Will Benefit from Drone Vidya's digital offering of USI's Industry Recognized Best Practices for Pilot Training and Certifications. Skyller [...]

ANRA Technologies, a global leader in uncrewed traffic management and operation solutions, today announced the appointment of Ms. Teri Bristol to its Board of Directors. [...]

Traverse City, Michigan - January 18th - Drone Sky Defender, a leading provider of innovative drone monitoring solutions, is pleased to introduce the UAS Sentry [...]

To reinforce prison security, the UK had passed a law making drone flights within 400 meters of prisons illegal from 25 January 2024, addressing the rise in drone-smuggled contraband. Altitude Angel updated its flight planning tools to reflect these 'no-fly zones'. Violations could result in fines or imprisonment, strengthening the Air Traffic and Unmanned Aircraft Act 2021 and Prison Act 1952.

DJI, the world's leader in civil drones and creative camera technology, today introduced DJI Modify, the company's first intelligent 3D model editing software. This complimentary [...]

HAMR hybrid fuel-electric UAV to be further developed for United States Air Force tactical ISR mission Advanced Aircraft Company(AAC), a manufacturer of distributed electric propulsion [...]

The Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) and the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) released,Cybersecurity Guidance: Chinese-Manufactured Unmanned Aircraft Systems(UAS),to raise awareness of the threats [...]

Wing, a pioneer in drone delivery with over 350,000 deliveries across three continents, announces the launch of a new drone designed to handle larger orders. To better accommodate the 30% of orders requiring multiple drones, the new aircraft allows customers to order bigger items, like grocery supplies. With a payload capacity of up to five pounds and a 12-mile range, it complements Wing's existing fleet and supports the vision of a multimodal delivery model. Wing plans to integrate the new drone within a year, enhancing service for both businesses and consumers.

The Wingcopter LieferMichel pilot project will continue delivering errands by drone and cargo bike in Michelstadt districts, expanding to include non-prescription medicines. Extended until March end, the project aims to establish safe drone flight in rural areas and evaluate demand. The Baren-Apotheke pharmacy recently joined the platform, enhancing local accessibility to medical supplies, reflecting Wingcopter's commitment to medicine delivery and utilizing patented tilt-rotor drones for efficient transport.

Andrew Hernandez was charged with unsafe operation of a drone after it collided with an LAPD helicopter responding to a burglary. Upon investigation, digital evidence from the drone's SD card and a witness linked Hernandez to the incident. Despite his claims of curiosity-driven action, the DOJ's increasing actions against reckless drone piloting and existing laws pose serious consequences for such conduct, highlighting the importance of lawful drone operation.

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) demonstrated its hardware-agnostic, open standards-based autonomy ecosystem for Unmanned Combat Air Vehicles (UCAVs) on a GA-ASI MQ-20 Avenger(R)as part [...]

US forces have utilized drones for over two decades, initially for surveillance, evolving to critical combat roles and logistics support. Autonomous drones like Traverse Aero's Orca facilitate logistics by seamlessly integrating with existing frameworks, utilizing standardized pallets for cargo, and providing versatile capabilities such as transportation, intelligence, and support in forward operations. Focused on efficiency, Orcas reduce risks during missions and are part of a broader push to enhance military logistics through advanced technologies.

It's high time we address a glaring issue in the drone industry - the disproportionate influence of drone evangelists' funded by companies like DJI (aka [...]

Orqa FPV is a company based in Osijek that develops innovative drone-tech products for the FPV market. They're building enabling technology for Remote Reality and [...]

As we approach a pivotal moment in the aviation landscape, we wanted to ensure you are well-informed and prepared for the upcoming FAA Remote ID [...]

Ukraine's Deputy Prime Minister for Innovation, Development of Education, Science and Technology, Minister of Digital Transformation Mykhailo Fedorov has called on Facebook for Ukrainians to [...]

Partnership follows successful demonstration of KHRONOS tethered drone and Mission Master SP unmanned ground vehicle for military officials at Rheinmetall Canada's facility PARIS-January 16, 2024-Elistair, [...]

The Drone Light Show Artist position exists to provide artistic support to the creation of drone light shows for clients. Duties and Responsibilities Requisite Qualifications [...]

Equipmake, the UK-based engineering specialist pioneering the development and production of electrification products across the automotive, aerospace, bus, and coach industries, has secured a contract [...]

Marignane- Airbus Helicopters and Aerovel have signed an agreement regarding the acquisition of Aerovel and its unmanned aerial system (UAS), Flexrotor, as part of a [...]

Following the Yellow Brick Road to safer Human-Machine Collaboration in Airspace Management NATS Research and Development (R&D) team and the Assuring Autonomy International Programme, a [...]