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Breaking Barriers: Military UAS Project Paves Way for Commercial Drone Integration in National Airspace

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The drone industry stands at a pivotal moment as Project ULTRA demonstrates unprecedented integration between military unmanned systems and civilian airspace, potentially unlocking new possibilities for commercial beyond visual line of sight operations and establishing critical precedents for airspace management that could transform how all drones operate in the National Airspace System.  In a panel […]

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Evolve Dynamics Unveils Foxe and Wolfe: New Miniature Drones for Defense Operations

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UK Manufacturer Introduces New Military Drones: Rugged ISR Platforms Inspired by Battlefield Lessons and Built for Harsh Environments Evolve Dynamics Launches Two Tactical UAS Platforms This week, as Europe marked the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day, British drone manufacturer Evolve Dynamics introduced two new military drones: Foxe and Wolfe. The announcement took […]

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Danish Armed Forces to Begin Operational Testing of Saildrone USVs

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Four uncrewed surface vehicles to enhance maritime surveillance and regional security in Northern Europe The Danish Armed Forces will begin operational testing of four Saildrone Voyager uncrewed surface vehicles (USVs) in Danish waters starting in June 2025. The initiative marks a new chapter in Denmark’s efforts to expand its maritime surveillance capabilities using sustainable and […]

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Origin Robotics Unveils BLAZE: Autonomous, Cost-Effective Drone Interceptor for Modern Battlefields

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AI-powered system fills critical air defense gap, offering rapid deployment against loitering munitions and hostile UAVs Origin Robotics Launches AI-Driven Interceptor Riga-based defense startup Origin Robotics has announced the release of BLAZE, an autonomous counter-drone interceptor designed to neutralize fast aerial threats. Developed in response to the growing use of drones in global conflict zones, […]

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The Drones the US Military is Looking for Now

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US Military’s Drone Evolution: Seeking Low-Cost, Attritable Systems in Wake of Ukraine War Lessons The US Army is undergoing one of its most significant transformations since the Cold War, with uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) playing a central role in this evolution. Recent statements from Army Secretary Daniel Driscoll, coupled with substantial investments in drone technology […]

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$150 Billion Defense Reconciliation Bill Signals Major Boost for Uncrewed Systems and Drones

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The House and Senate Armed Services Committees have unveiled a $150 billion defense reconciliation proposal that marks a significant investment in drone technology and uncrewed systems across all domains. The bill represents a major commitment to strengthening the U.S. defense industrial base, with a particular focus on capabilities relevant to the Indo-Pacific region. Major Investments […]

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U.S. Army Selects Near Earth Autonomy and Honeywell to Retrofit Black Hawks for Autonomous Logistics

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New $15 Million Program Aims to Strengthen Army Operations in Contested Environments with Uncrewed Helicopter Flights Army Backs Autonomous Black Hawk Retrofit Initiative The U.S. Army has selected Near Earth Autonomy (Near Earth) to lead a $15 million project to develop and field an optionally piloted contested logistics solution. The program will retrofit UH-60L Black […]

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Draganfly Partners with SafeLane to Support Global Landmine Clearance Efforts

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Canadian Drone Company Selected as Preferred UAS Provider for Explosive Threat Mitigation in Ukraine and Beyond by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Saskatchewan-based drone solutions developer Draganfly Inc. recently announced that it was selected by SafeLane Global Ltd. (“SafeLane”) as its preferred unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and aerial survey provider. SafeLane, a world-renowned specialist […]

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Unusual Machines Aims to Secure U.S. Skies with Border Drone ID Technology

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Company hopes new technology will help identify drones at U.S. border By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill With its planned acquisition of a leading airspace management company, Orlando-based Unusual Machines is poised to be able to provide government agencies and other entities with a greater ability to determine the origins of drones flying in the […]

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Ukraine Expands Drone Capabilities with New Approvals and Ambitious Procurement Plans

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The Ukrainian government has recently made significant strides in expanding its drone capabilities, as evidenced by two major announcements from official sources. Bird of Prey Drone System Approved for Combat On March 26, 2025, Ukraine’s Defense Ministry announced the approval of the domestically produced Bird of Prey unmanned aviation system for combat operations. This system, […]

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