Unusual Machines to Acquire Aloft Technologies for $14.5M

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– Unusual Machines has announced the signing of a binding agreement to acquire of Aloft Technologies, Inc., an FAA-approved provider of unmanned aerial system (UAS) services to enterprise, public safety, and government customers. The acquisition is almost all in stock, valued at $14.5M. The proposed acquisition brings together companies that share commitment to strengthening the […]

OPTIMAS Starts European Project for Cybersecure Communications in Free Space with Collaboration of Schiebel

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OPTIMAS, a European project led by “monodon by Navantia”, has begun with the aim of developing an advanced free-space optical communication system for multi-domain defence applications in collaboration with Schiebel. OPTIMAS is an ambitious project that seeks to provide high-speed data transfer communications with an exceptional level of security, integrating cutting-edge encryption technologies, such as […]

Ukraine’s New Drone Bomber Flies 1,200 Miles with a 550-Pound Bomb – and Returns to Base

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Ukraine’s latest unmanned aerial vehicle can fly 1,200 miles, drop a 550-pound (250 Kg) bomb and return to base, making it potentially the most powerful reusable drone in the Russia-Ukraine war. The Ukrainian military’s unmanned systems branch confirmed the rumored development on Friday. “We see that the actions of the Unmanned Systems Forces are attracting attention from […]

DroneDeploy Gets Nationwide BVLOS Approval

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– DroneDeploy has announced nationwide U.S. Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) approval for critical infrastructure, establishing it as the leading reality capture and robotics platform for critical infrastructure, including data center construction management. With over 84% of DroneDeploy’s top 50 projects now focused on data center and critical infrastructure construction and monitoring – totaling $35 […]

Yakovlev Yak-38 – the Soviet Fighter Everyone Feared (Until they saw It In Action)

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Aboard the deck of carrier cruiser Minsk, the atmosphere was anything but quiet. It was December 1982, and two Yak-38 Forger jets, the Soviet Union’s first—and only—vertical takeoff and landing aircraft, were finally prepping for a mission six years into their operational service. Ahead of them loomed the ship’s distinctive ski-jump ramp, designed to give […]

French Army Orders 24 State-of-the-Art Serval LAD Counter-Aerial Drone 4×4 Armoured Vehicles.

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To significantly enhance its ground forces’ air defense capabilities, the French Armed Forces Directorate General of Armaments (DGA) announced the acquisition of 24 Serval LAD (Anti-Drone) armoured vehicles on January 28, 2025. This new order is part of France’s expanding investment in counter-drone technologies, driven by lessons learned from recent conflicts, especially the ongoing war […]

Cucuyo and Cavok UAS Successfully Complete Flight Tests for Laser Communication Terminal

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Tests Validate Integration of Cucuyo P-100 Terminal with Cavok UAS Drones February 6, 2025 – Cucuyo and Cavok UAS have successfully completed flight tests integrating Cucuyo’s P-100 airborne laser communication terminal with Cavok UAS drones. The tests, conducted in Spain, mark a major step in advancing airborne laser communications. Testing the P-100 Laser Communication Terminal […]

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Strengthening Drone Security and Counter-UAS Policies: Testimony from Lisa Ellman

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Commercial Drone Alliance Calls for Regulatory Clarity and Expanded Counter-UAS Authorities Lisa Ellman, Executive Director of the Commercial Drone Alliance (CDA), testified before the U.S. House of Representatives Subcommittee on Aviation today, February 6, 2025. Her remarks addressed the evolving landscape of counter-unmanned aircraft systems (counter-UAS) policies and the need for balanced regulations that ensure […]

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Garuda Aerospace Unveils New Drones and Strategic Partnerships at Aero India 2025

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India’s Expanding Drone Industry Strengthened by Government Support Garuda Aerospace is set to showcase eight advanced drones at Aero India 2025, emphasizing their role in defense, safety, and military operations. The company will also announce several strategic partnerships aimed at advancing India’s drone technology sector. This comes as India’s government increases its support for domestic […]

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UAVOS Develops Reinforced Landing Gear for Improved UAV Performance

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New Composite Design Enhances Durability and Reduces Maintenance Costs UAVOS has introduced a new Main Landing Gear Spring designed to improve the durability, performance, and safety of unmanned aircraft. The newly developed component is made from high-strength composite materials, offering better shock absorption, reduced weight, and an extended lifespan compared to traditional steel landing gear. […]

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