AALTO HAPS Ltd. aims to deploy its Zephyr aircraft that can stay aloft for days at a time from four or five bases around the world, starting with the operational hub in Laikipia County in Kenya early next year, Samer Halawi, the unit’s chief executive officer said in an interview in Nairobi. However, this plan […]
Finnish Companies Suspected of Smuggling Drones to Russia
Two Finnish companies are suspected of having exported drones and other military products worth over three million euros ($3.25 million) to Russia in violation of EU sanctions, Finnish customs authorities said Tuesday. “There are altogether six criminal suspects, one of whom has been detained since September,” the country’s customs agency said in a statement. It […]
Kratos Gets $23M US Navy XQ-58A Contract
Kratos Unmanned Aerial Systems Inc., Sacramento, California, is awarded a $22,913,358 modification (P00006) to a previously awarded cost-plus-fixed-fee contract (N0042123C0010). This modification adds scope to provide continued non-recurring engineering in support for the XQ-58A Unmanned Aerial Systems mission systems and subsystems integration for the Marine Corps. Additionally, this modification provides for flight test and demonstration […]
FAA Launches 2023 Holiday “12 Days of Drones” Safety Campaign
The FAA is launching its 12 Days of Drones campaign to educate people about the rules, regulations and best practices of operating a drone. This December, the agency will share important drone-safety information and resources that will help future pilots stay up to date with the latest rules. If you are considering a drone as […]
Stratolaunch Successfully Completes Captive Carry Flight with TA-1 Test Vehicle
Stratolaunch, LLC has announced the completion of a captive carry flight with the first powered Talon-A hypersonic vehicle, TA-1. The flight was the twelfth for the company’s launch platform Roc and the first in which the aircraft carried a Talon vehicle with live propellant as part of a buildup approach for Talon-A’s first powered flight. […]
Autel EVO II Pro vs. DJI Mavic 3 Pro (Here’s What I Like)
I know that finding the right drone is no easy feat, which is why I put both the EVO II Pro and Mavic 3 Pro to the test to determine which is the most useful drone for professionals.
DJI FPV vs Mavic 3 Pro (Here’s My Choice)
Here is a comparison between two fantastic drones, the DJI FPV and Mavic 3 Pro and help you decide make an informed decision if you’re looking for one of them.
PG&E Revolutionizing Utility Operations Through Cutting-Edge Drone Technology: Beyond Inspections
PG&E Explores Cutting-Edge Drone Technology to Elevate Utility Operations Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) (NYSE: PCG) orchestrated a comprehensive conference today, uniting certified drone pilots, industry collaborators, community partners, and federal stakeholders to delve into the myriad applications of unmanned aerial systems for utility operations. Participants included Advexure, Airdata, Infravision, and Skydio, along with […]
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Aviation Milestone in New Zealand: Successful Integration of Uncrewed Aircraft into Controlled Airspace
Aviation Consortium Achieves Milestone in Uncrewed Aircraft Integration in Controlled Airspace in New Zealand An aviation collaboration, led by Wisk Aero, has successfully concluded a groundbreaking trial in New Zealand, evaluating the integration of uncrewed aircraft into controlled airspace. The trial, conducted under the New Zealand Government’s Airspace Integration Trial Programme (AITP), involved a series […]
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Sky High Healthcare: Ethiopia’s First Long-Range Drone Network Achieves Milestone in Medical Deliveries
Bridging the Distance: How Drone Technology is Enhancing Access to Essential Vaccines in Remote Ethiopian Communities Ethiopia’s first long-range drone network has successfully completed a month-long project, delivering essential medical supplies, including 6,936 vaccine doses, to six remote communities. The project, which included 44 flights, marks a significant advancement in healthcare delivery in Ethiopia’s most […]
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