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Drone Operators Now Free to Seek SORA Authorization to Fly BVLOS and OOP with eBee X in 27 European Member States, Iceland, Liechtenstein, Norway and Switzerland AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc. (NYSE American: UAVS) (“AgEagle” or the “Company”), an industry-leading provider of full-stack drone, sensor and software solutions for commercial and government/defense use, today announced that the […]

Airbus Zephyr callsign Zulu 82 took off from the Yuma proving grounds on June 15th at 11z and has been airborne ever since, today it should reach the East Coast of America. If my sums are correct as I type it has been in the air for 274 hours, well on the way to smashing […]

Last week Joonas from fpv.wtf released some info on Twitter on what we believe is the origins of the DJI digital FPV system chipset known as the P1 and what Waslksnail may be using in the Avatar system and today I wanted to expand on that. There has been a massive amount of conjecture and […]

Nordic Unmanned is enforcing a patent they hold on coaxial multirotors. Granted in 2011 to AirRobot a company that Nordic Unmanned bought last year. This patent might be the only part of AirRobot with significant value. To claim that AirRobot invented coaxial rotors is a significant stretch of the truth. From Wikipedia The idea of […]

RPAS Symposium 2022, will be held at ICAO Headquarters in Montréal, Canada. The theme of the event is “To Certify or Not to Certify”. This symposium will be one of the premiere RPAS events worldwide, focusing on the technology, operation, and certification of RPAS. Participants will have the perfect opportunity for learning about the regulatory […]

Aerial Vantage continues to deliver on its mission to automate and improve business value by collecting and transforming aerial imagery into actionable information, such as with drone technology in forestry. Aerial Vantage is very pleased to announce a recent contract with a forestry and land management company. We will collect aerial imagery for timber plots […]

ideaForge, a global leader in unmanned aerial vehicle technology, has announced a distribution agreement with Ingram Micro India to expand its global distribution network. Ingram Micro will distribute ideaForge’s portfolio of world-class drones under this agreement, ensuring that UAVs deliver consistent results across major applications. Ingram Micro is a global leader in delivering a full […]

ARA is proud to announce that our team successfully developed an autonomous RPAS (RPAS is synonymous with a drone) with a tactical 3D reconnaissance system capable of operating in GPS-denied environments. The demonstration project was commissioned by Transport Canada. In the near future, Canada plans to use these reconnaissance drones in several key sectors, for […]

General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) completed a series of Electronic Intelligence (ELINT), Communication Intelligence (COMINT), and Link 16 payload flight test events near Palmdale and Edwards Air Force Base in California in preparation for Rim of the Pacific (RIMPAC) 2022 exercise. The sensors were integrated onto GA-ASI’s MQ-9B SeaGuardian® Unmanned Aircraft System, which will be […]

India’s largest drone start-up Garuda Aerospace has deployed White Knight Delivery Drones in Assam to support the state disaster management department’s rescue efforts amid the ongoing floods and landslide situation. “Garuda’s White Knight drones were used extensively during Covid pandemic lockdown to deliver medicines and emergency supplies in ISRO, Sriharikota and Varanasi smart city” said Agnishwar […]

SkyDrop announced that production of the drone fleet for the commercial drone delivery trial with Domino’s is now complete. SkyDrop (formerly known as Flirtey) and Domino’s Pizza Enterprises Limited (Domino’s), signed an agreement earlier this year to launch the second phase of commercial drone deliveries in New Zealand. This commercial trial with Domino’s is scheduled to […]

The all-new generation of Desert Rotor Unmanned Ground Control Systems (GCS) is now available. The revolutionary MIRA 12X takes our previous generation, time-tested 12PCX HOTAS and improves on it. We took years of feedback from the industry, clients, and prospects to make the ultimate GCS for your unmanned operations. Featuring a fully redesigned switch array, […]

ANRA Technologies Private Limited, a leader in integrated airspace, mission management and delivery systems for uncrewed aircraft, has been selected by Swiggy, India’s largest online food delivery service, to evaluate the feasibility of middle mile drone delivery for the company’s Instamart grocery delivery service. ANRA is providing its UTM, MissionManager and Delivery software platforms for […]

UScellular and Ericsson today announced that they have begun 5G testing at altitude using drone technology. These tests are the first of their kind with UScellular’s 5G network and lay the groundwork for future use cases of cellular-connected drones in a variety of industries. Initial visual line of sight trials were conducted in Beloit, Wis., using […]

Airspace Link Inc, a leading provider of drone safety software and data solutions, announced the completion of a $23M Series B capital raise led by Avanta Ventures with new investment from Morningside, Caprock, and follow-on investment from Altos Ventures, Indicator Ventures, 2048 Ventures, Detroit Venture Partners, and Thales Group. Founded in 2018 in Detroit, Michigan, Airspace Link has seen rapid growth over the past few years, as it […]

In addition to the flight control computer, Volocopter and Diehl agreed to expand their cooperation: Diehl Aerospace has been commissioned with the development and production of optical avionics communications to complement the flight control system as well as the platform necessary for Volocopter to develop their own battery management system. Volocopter, the pioneer of urban […]

DAYTONA BEACH, FLORIDA — Twenty-four United States undergraduate students will soon have the chance to participate in National Science Foundation (NSF)-funded research on the networking capabilities that enable groups of uncrewed aerial systems (UAS), or drones, to operate in “swarms,” led by Dr. Houbing Song, associate professor of Electrical Engineering and Computer Science. Director of Embry-Riddle’s Security and Optimization […]

Sandnes – Nordic Unmanned has received a call-off for the next phase of the Drone Offshore Logistics Contract with Equinor. The offshore operations will take place from the Gullfaks C offshore installation in the North Sea and will commence on 15. August. The operation marks a new milestone for the drone industry and for Equinor, […]

Garuda Aerospace Pvt Ltd, one of India’s leading drone companies has teamed up with HiiLSE Global Sdn Bhd (HiiLSE Drones) to set up Southeast Asia’s first and largest HiiLSE Garuda Aerospace Plant. The plant will be spread over 2.42 hectares in Malaysia with an investment of Rupees 115 crores. The partners aim to focus on […]

Four times as many flying scholarships will be provided after the soaraway success of this year’s Armchair Airshow from Aerobility, the disabled flying charity. In total 32 new flying experiences for disabled people, can now be offered free of charge, enabling flyers to experience the magic and wonder of flight. Last year’s show funded eight. […]

CAELUM Co., Ltd, a South Korean aerospace & defense industry developer, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Frequentis Singapore Pte Ltd, a global industry leader in air traffic management (ATM) systems, to work in collaboration on Urban Air Mobility (UAM) and Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) solutions in South Korea. The MoU represents the […]

Event 38 Unmanned Systems, a leading manufacturer of American-made mapping drones, announces the successful completion of a demo flight of the E450, a drone powered by a hydrogen fuel cell on Monday, June 13, at the Kent State University airport. The demo flight was the culmination of a multi-year project that started in 2020 and […]

DAYTONA BEACH, Florida – In a first, an uncrewed aircraft system, or drone, operated by an Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University team has begun searching for threatened and endangered sea turtles beyond visual sight lines. Thanks to a first-ever “beyond visual line of sight” (BVLOS) waiver from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), Turtle Tech team members from Embry-Riddle can […]

Following FAA approval, Zipline will launch the longest range and most complex commercial drone delivery operations in the United States. Zipline is the first to receive air carrier certification under BEYOND, the FAA UAS integration program focused on BVLOS San Francisco, CA — June 21, 2022 — Zipline, the global leader in instant logistics, today announced it […]

This AIRPROX report from the AAIB has helped solidify some thoughts that have been knocking around in my head for a while now. Add to that the world ATM (Air Traffic Management) Congress starting today in Spain. Conventional air traffic control is a system that is not fit for purpose in 2022 let alone 2100 […]

FREQUENTIS to extend UTM system for Avinor ANS enabling safe and efficient drone use around offshore platforms Avinor ANS, Norwegian Air Navigation Services, has contracted Frequentis to extend its existing unmanned traffic management (UTM) system to enable safe and efficient UTM service provision around offshore platforms in the Norwegian North Sea. The contract, within a […]

South Australian Electronic Warfare company DEWC Systems has unveiled a new brand identity – Asension – to underscore the company’s growth and provide a clear focus for its cutting-edge products and capabilities. As a leading provider of sophisticated electronic components, sensors and systems to the Australian Defence Force, Asension has evolved its brand in line […]

LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM– Drone Logistics Ecosystem (DLE) is welcoming ANRA TECHNOLOGIES as the latest member joining the exclusive club of organizations and stakeholders in the drone delivery industry. ANRA is working with India’s largest food delivery company called Swiggy for the provision of airspace end-to-end services for package drone deliveries. ANRA’s delivery services experience also […]

This will seem out of our wheelhouse folks, but read between the lines drone delivery companies (ed) Today, 20 June 2022, marked the first day of the Three Seas Initiative (3SI) Summit and Business Forum in Riga, Latvia bringing together leaders from 12 member states, strategic partners, the regional and international business, and investment sectors. […]

The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has today confirmed it will put in place the certification standards also used by the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), known as Special Conditions (SC)-VTOL, as the basis for UK certification for new electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. Special Conditions allow manufactures and the CAA to develop safety requirements as these new […]

As the world’s leading autonomous, instant delivery service, Zipline is building a global logistics system that brings all people of the world what they need, when they need it – safely, reliably, quietly, and with minimal impact on the planet. Our solution has been implemented and brought to scale to serve millions of individuals across Ghana, Rwanda, […]

Tharaka Kothalawala While the last two years have been extremely challenging for aviation, it has also given us an opportunity to find new ways of doing things without the pressure of intense traffic levels. New technologies are advancing rapidly and the way we travel, receive goods, pilot aircraft, and manage airspace are changing as a […]

Asio Technologies, a leading electronic-defence company, has been supplying hundreds of units of its advanced products, to Israeli and overseas defence companies in recent months Asio’s NavGuard is an advanced navigation system which is installed on UAS’s, helping them navigate safely in areas where the GNSS (Global Navigation Satellite System) signal is spoofed, jammed, or […]

Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), also known as drones or Remotely Piloted Aerial Systems, could bring significant innovations to several industries, ultimately delivering benefits to consumers and citizens. Wireless communications, and hence the use of radio spectrum, are essential to the operation of drones. One of Ofcom responsibilities is to manage the UK’s radio spectrum. We […]

In June 2022 the CAA consulted on whether to extend the Legacy and Transitional UAS provisions in the Open category. Further details about the consultation can be found here. The CAA believed an extension would likely be necessary due to the UK not having in place the necessary infrastructure to move away from non-class marked […]

RALEIGH – National Drone Safety Day is Saturday, and North Carolina officials are bracing for one of the busiest summers yet for the wildly popular devices. Across the state, there are about 15,000 registered recreational drones and more than 9,500 registered commercial drones, according to the Federal Aviation Administration. But these unmanned aircraft systems can be […]

With global tensions rising, the demand for aerial intelligence platforms has increased dramatically. Unfortunately, most commercial platforms are no match for the latest jamming technology, having their GPS and communication links jammed even before they are able to take off. In the last few months, the R&D team at DeltaQuad has successfully integrated one of […]

UAVOS announced that it had completed flight tests of its advanced bearing-less rotor system installed on the UVH 25EL unmanned helicopter. Torsion bar is aimed to provide an effective damping action against the dynamic components of the forces and torques acting on the rotor. The new rotor design has resulted in increasing Time Between Overhauls […]

DroneUp, LLC, an autonomous drone delivery platform and leading drone services provider, today announced the appointment of Andy Thurling. Mr. Thurling is an accomplished commercial drone policy and safety expert and the company’s first Vice President of Airspace Innovation. In this role, Mr. Thurling will lead the development and execution of DroneUp’s airspace and Unmanned […]

World’s first CMOS-process-based Time-of-Flight sensor with maximum outdoor measurement range of 20 meters, more than five times that of existing products, will drive practical use of image sensors and cameras for autonomous drones and other industrial applications. TOKYO, June 16, 2022 /PRNewswire/ — Toppan (TYO: 7911), a global leader in communication, security, packaging, décor materials, and electronics […]

Cepton, Inc. (“Cepton”) (Nasdaq: CPTN), a Silicon Valley innovator and leader in high performance MMT® lidar solutions, announced today that it will be added as a member of the Russell 3000® index at the conclusion of the 2022 Russell indexes annual reconstitution, effective after the US market opens on June 27, 2022, according to a preliminary […]

Today, uAvionix and the Hionos team announced the successful integration of the Hionos DO-178C compliant Pulsar autopilot software on the DO-254 and DO-160G compliant hardware of the uAvionix George G2 and G3 autopilots. Meeting these standards, among the most demanding of the aeronautics industry, will significantly advance the process of type certification for unmanned aerial […]

Propeller will combine their advanced drone surveying analysis technology with Quantum-Systems eVTOL unmanned aircraft to streamline data collection on large worksites MUNICH, Germany, and DENVER (CO), USA — June 14, 2022 — Quantum-Systems, an innovative developer, and producer of advanced eVTOL UAVs, and Propeller Aero, the drone data visualization and analytics platform, today announced their joint effort […]

Geneva, 15 June 2022, 06:30h – The Swiss air navigation service provider Skyguide experienced a technical malfunction in the early hours of this morning, which is why Swiss airspace has been closed to traffic for safety reasons. This airspace closure is in effect until further notice. Skyguide regrets this incident and its consequences for its […]

Latest addition to the MUVE payload family enables rapid, safer response to airborne biological threats and disaster situations PARIS, June , 2022 ― Teledyne FLIR Defense announced today at Eurosatory the launch of its new MUVE™ B330 drone payload that can be used to detect deadly biological agents and other airborne biohazards. The MUVE B330 is a […]

Under Drone Rules, 2021, the first Type Certificate (TC) is awarded in just 34 days after submission of online application Drone certification scheme has been notified on 26th January 2022, making it easier to obtain type certificate by drone manufacturers The drone certification scheme is likely to create an eco-system for world-class drones to be […]

Opportunities for Australian SAR agencies to dial into mobile phone technology innovation showcased at AAUS ROTORTECH 2022 Conference, 22-23 June presentation by Kim Blacker MD and founder of Stratelo Tuggerah NSW, Australia: Date June 2022 — Mobile phones hold the key to speedy and pinpoint location of people who are lost and offer a key […]