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UK CAA Awards Grant for First Operational Multi-UTM BVLOS Drone Trial

ANRA Technologies Leads Consortium to Demonstrate Safe Shared Airspace Operations for Emergency and Commercial Drones by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) recently announced that a grant from the Airspace Modernisation Support Fund (ASF) has been awarded to a consortium led by ANRA Technologies UK Ltd, with partners Lancashire […]

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AXON Week 2025: DedroneBeyond and DFR, Expanding BVLOS Operations

AXON Week 2025, held in Phoenix from May 22–25, brought together nearly 2,000 public safety professionals to explore the latest in technology for first responders. AXON, a global leader in public safety innovation, showcased its Drone as First Responder (DFR) program and the expanded capabilities made possible by its 2024 acquisition of Dedrone, a company […]

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Palm Springs Police Department Expands Drone Program with Radar Technology

The Palm Springs Police Department (PSPD) has taken a significant step forward in public safety innovation by expanding its Drone as First Responder (DFR) program. This enhancement establishes the largest radar-enabled municipal drone coverage area in the United States, spanning 37 square miles and eliminating the need for human visual observers during operations. Radar-Powered Expansion […]

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Volatus Aerospace Approved for Nighttime Long-Distance Drone Flights Across Canada

New Transport Canada authorization expands BVLOS drone missions in low-density areas at night Volatus Aerospace has received a major approval from Transport Canada. The company can now conduct long-distance drone operations at night across Canada. These flights can take place in low-density areas, where fewer than 1,000 people live per square kilometer, and below 400 […]

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The Inside Story on Chevron’s Autonomous Drone Inspections with Percepto

Percepto, Chevron team on autonomous drone inspections By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Israel-based Percepto is combining artificial intelligence (AI) and drone technologies to conduct safety inspections across Chevron’s far-flung assets in the western U.S., limiting the need for human-led inspection trips. The two companies recently announced the successful completion of the first six months […]

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DRONELIFE Exclusive: Elsight CEO on How Halo Connectivity Enables Reliable BVLOS Drone Operations

Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) flight is widely recognized as a key enabler for the commercial drone industry. With the ability to fly drones over long distances without direct human oversight, BVLOS operations unlock new possibilities for industries such as delivery, infrastructure inspection, and defense. However, one of the biggest challenges to BVLOS adoption […]

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Fighting fire with fire: In the UK, a North East drone company is helping prisons fight back

Here, UK drone services provider heliguy provides an insider look at how prisons are using drones to combat drone incursions. Drugs, weapons – and even mustard. That’s just some of the contraband smuggled into British prisons in recent years via drones. And the problem is getting worse. A watchdog recently warned that two major prisons […]

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Redmond, WA Police Take Innovation to New Heights with Drone First Responder Program

City embraces innovation in launching DFR program By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Armed with recent approval to conduct drone missions beyond the visual line of sight, the Redmond, Washington Police Department is working to launch its drones as first responders (DFR) program to new heights to protect public safety. Last November, the FAA granted […]

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U.S. Stocks, and Jeep’s New Patent: This Episode of Weekly Wings

In this captivating episode of Weekly Wings, hosts Paul Rossi and Terry Neff dive into the latest advancements in drones, public safety, and groundbreaking technology. They start with the financial outlook of the drone industry, highlighting surprising market trends and the rising stocks of companies like Red Cat Holdings and Unusual Machines. The discussion sheds […]

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Sustainable Skylines Introduces Drone-Powered Banner Ads Over Miami Beach

Eco-friendly technology redefines aerial advertising with enhanced visibility and measurable impact. Innovative Drone Advertising Takes Off Sustainable Skylines, a drone advertising and data analytics company, has launched its drone-powered banner advertising operations. The inaugural flights took place along Miami Beach over the weekend, showcasing an Ad Council campaign about the dangers of buzzed driving. These […]

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