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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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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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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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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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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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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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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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Expanding UAV Operations for Public Safety with Beyond Visual Line of Sight and Advanced Community Engagement by DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill The city of Palm Springs, California is planning to expand its police department’s current drone program early next year by launching what city officials are calling Drones as First Responders 2.0. Police Lt. […]
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In this week’s episode of the Weekly Wings podcast, hosts Paul Rossi and Terry Neff dive into the latest drone and aviation developments. The episode begins with a heartwarming story of a missing 4-year-old child in Millersville, located quickly with the help of a drone deployed by local emergency teams and volunteer firefighters. The hosts […]
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Drones are now a critical tool in disaster response – and as the US suffers a series of historic storms, drones are being deployed to help with search and rescue, road clearing, and recovery efforts. DRONELIFE is appreciative of Justin McCarthy and Matt Sloane for taking the time to provide this post from Skyfire Consulting, […]
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