Tawazun Council for Defence Enablement (Tawazun) and MBDA announced the launch of a series of strategic initiatives aimed at supporting the localisation of defence industries and developing the national innovation ecosystem. The announcement was made on the sidelines of Dubai Airshow 2025. The agreement was signed by Matar Ali Al Romaithi, Director General of the […]
– Quantum Systems is integrating new Archer FPV drones, developed by Neros Technologies, onto its unmanned aerial systems (UAS). The Archer FPV drones will be mounted on the Reliant Group 2+ UAS – a vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) fixed-wing platform. “We plan to integrate a variant of Archer onto our Reliant Group 2+ UAS […]
The Red Bull Skydive Team has been pushing the boundaries of conventional freefall since first dropping from the sky in style in 2014. Launching themselves through the clouds from anywhere between 1,000 to 4,000m above the ground the trio of Marco Fürst, Marco Waltenspiel and Max Manow are the ultimate specialists shaping the future of […]
The XF-90 was built like no fighter before… or since. At a time when no one knew what supersonic flight would do to metal, Skunk Works chose brute force over guesswork. They forged the strongest airframe on Earth: 75S aluminum over a steel spine, the fuselage braced until it was closer to armour than aircraft. […]
U.S.-built platform earns top Blue UAS designation for secure, mission-ready operations Hydrogen-Powered Z1 Earns Blue UAS Select Status Heven AeroTech has announced that its Z1 hydrogen-powered unmanned aircraft system has been added to the Defense Innovation Unit’s (DIU) Blue UAS Cleared List with the highest available designation: Blue UAS Select. According to the company, this […]
The Drone Radio Show is Back! In this episode: Bill Lakeland, CEO of Spexi, talks about the company’s network of drone pilots and the efforts to provide high-resolution imagery of urban areas. Listen here: Bill Lakeland is CEO of Spexi, the world’s largest decentralized drone imagery network. Spexi provides a scalable, sustainable, and cost-efficient alternative […]
Remember when Black Friday actually happened on, you know, Friday? Those days are long gone. This year’s deals are dropping so early, I’m half-expecting Cyber Monday to arrive before Thanksgiving. But hey, I’m not complaining when the savings are this good.
If you’ve been eyeing new drone gear, online courses or creative learning opportunities, now’s the time to strike. Here are the standout deals launching November 20th:
MasterClass is running its pre-Black Friday sale with significant discounts on memberships. For drone photographers and aerial filmmakers, these two courses are particularly worth your time:
Jimmy Chin Teaches Adventure Photography – Learn from the guy who filmed Free Solo while hanging off a cliff. His insights on composition, lighting and capturing adventure translate directly to aerial cinematography (yes, they used drones in the filming process).
Werner Herzog Teaches Filmmaking – Herzog’s unconventional approach to storytelling will challenge how you think about drone footage. This isn’t just technical instruction; it’s about creating work that matters.
UAVCoach: 50% off all online courses (Nov. 20 – Dec. 4)
UAVCoach is running their biggest sale of the year with 50% discounts applied at checkout using code FLYDAY25. Note that in-person training isn’t included in this sale. And sorry, my usual promo code DRONEGIRL100 won’t work on this, but hey, use FLYDAY25 because it’s better! Seriously!
If you’ve been putting off getting Part 107 certified or want to sharpen your commercial drone skills, this is your window.
HOVERAir: Up to 30% off + free battery
HOVERAirX1 PRO (left) versus HOVERAirX1 PROMAX (right).
HOVERAir is discounting their entire lineup with bonus free batteries on select purchases. These are solid options if you want something truly portable without registration headaches.
HOVERAir X1 – Starting at $249 The Freedom Fly More Combo weighs just 125 grams, making it exempt from FAA registration. It’s genuinely pocket-sized and dead simple to fly, though don’t expect professional-grade footage.
HOVERAir X1 PRO – Starting at $499 The PRO adds speed (up to 26 mph) and improved AI tracking. Better for outdoor action shots and sports, though still limited in wind.
HOVERAir X1 PROMAX – Starting at $599 This is where it gets interesting: 8K video, active collision detection, and intelligent follow modes, all while staying under 250g. The image quality is genuinely impressive for something this small.
Skiing Combo – 20% Off + Free Extra Battery Designed specifically for winter sports with hands-free modes optimized for skiing and snowboarding. If you’re hitting the slopes this season, this package makes sense.
These deals are legitimate, not the inflated “discount” nonsense some retailers pull. MasterClass and UAVCoach sales represent genuine learning value, while HOVERAir’s pricing makes their ultra-portable drones more accessible.
Just remember: the best deal is still the one on gear you’ll actually use. Don’t buy a course that’ll sit unwatched or a drone that’ll collect dust. Buy what fits your actual needs and skill level.
And yes, I’ll be back with more deals as we get closer to actual Black Friday. Because apparently, we’re doing this all month now.
French startup plans real-time drone surveillance layer for borders and critical infrastructure Rift, a Paris-based deep-tech startup, has raised €4.6 million to build what it calls a global network for on-demand, real-time aerial intelligence. The seed round is led by U.S. firm AlleyCorp, with participation from OVNI Capital in France. The company plans to use […]
Airbus Helicopters has been awarded a contract by Uztechtrade, the Uzbekistan state unitary enterprise in charge of importing military and dual equipment, for the delivery of an undisclosed number of Flexrotor systems. “Uzbekistan is a long-standing and valued partner for Airbus Helicopters, and we are proud that Uztechtrade has chosen the cutting-edge Flexrotor to advance […]
Heavy lift drone competition to revolutionize vertical lift aviation, offer $6.5M in prizes As military missions become more complicated, warfighters need more capable drones to use across diverse scenarios. The same also applies to civilian applications, like infrastructure inspection, package delivery, and disaster response. Current multirotor drones, also known as unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), provide […]
Tawazun Council for Defence Enablement (Tawazun) and MBDA announced the launch of a series of strategic initiatives aimed at supporting the localisation of defence industries and developing the national innovation ecosystem. The announcement was made on the sidelines of Dubai Airshow 2025. The agreement was signed by Matar Ali Al Romaithi, Director General of the […]
