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Major Breakthrough in Drone as First Responder (DFR) Waivers

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New Certificate of Waiver (COW) Process Streamlines Approvals for Public Safety Agencies A Significant Shift in Regulatory Framework The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has introduced a groundbreaking update to the regulatory process for Drone as First Responder (DFR) operations. Chief (Ret.) Charles Werner of DRONERESPONDERS has described these changes as the most significant since 2016. […]

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Troy Meink’s Confirmation Hearing Highlights the Role of Drones in Modern Military Strategy

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During his Senate confirmation hearing on March 27, 2025, Dr. Troy Meink, President Donald Trump’s nominee for Secretary of the Air Force, underscored a dominant theme in current military thinking: the integration of drones and unmanned systems as a cornerstone of modernization efforts. Meink’s vision for the future of the Air Force signals a growing […]

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What Is a Vertiport? Osaka Metro’s New Hub Prepares the Public for Flying Taxis at Expo 2025

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SkyDrive to Showcase New Aircraft at Expo; Public Experiences Begin Mid-Apri A New Mobility Hub Opens in Osaka All images courtesy SkyDrive. On March 28, 2025, Osaka Metro officially opened the OSAKAKO Vertiport, a new takeoff and landing site for electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft (eVTOLs). The vertiport, located at Chuo Pier in Osaka’s […]

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Toyota Group Tests Level 4 Drone Deliveries to Remote Japanese Islands

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Sora-iina and Toyota Tsusho Demonstrate Fully Autonomous Medication Flights to Support Aging Population on the Gotō Islands by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb This article published in collaboration with JUIDA, the Japan UAS Industrial Development Association. Toyota Tsusho Corporation, a member of the Toyota Group, alongside drone logistics subsidiary Sora–iina Co., recently announced that […]

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Can Old Weapons Become Counter-Drone Systems?

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Funding Will Help Deploy Autonomous Weapon Stations to Meet Rising Threat of Unmanned Systems Austin-Based ACS Secures Series A Investment Allen Control Systems (ACS), a defense technology company focused on autonomous weapon systems, has raised $30 million in Series A funding. Craft Ventures led the round, with continued support from Inspired Capital and Rally Ventures. […]

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Garuda Aerospace and Andhra Pradesh Partner to Launch Indian Drone City

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New drone hub in Kurnool aims to create jobs, attract global investment, and build India’s leadership in drone tech Garuda Aerospace Invests in Future of Drones with Andhra Pradesh Drone City Garuda Aerospace has committed INR 100 crore (approximately USD 12 million) to the development of the Andhra Pradesh Drone City in Kurnool. CEO Agnishwar […]

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U.S. Robotics Leaders Call for National Strategy Amid Rising Global Competition

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Industry stakeholders highlight need for federal office, incentives, and training programs to support U.S. innovation in robotics and AI American robotics companies are calling for a national robotics strategy to ensure the United States remains competitive in the rapidly advancing global robotics industry, according to a recently published Associated Press article. Executives from major robotics […]

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Kite Aero Acquires Swoop Aero Assets, Aims to Expand Global Drone Logistics

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New company builds on Swoop’s legacy with open platform strategy and plans for continued growth Kite Aerospace Pty Ltd (Kite Aero), a newly launched company in uncrewed aviation, has announced the successful acquisition of key assets from Swoop Aero. The deal includes the Kite drone and Swoop’s well-known drone operations software platform. The acquisition ensures […]

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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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Picogrid and MIT MIx Awarded $1.75M to Support Wildfire Response

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AFWERX program backs new technology for emergency teams and military wildfire efforts Picogrid and the Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) Mission Innovation X (MIx) have been awarded a $1.75 million contract through the U.S. Department of the Air Force’s innovation program, AFWERX. The goal of the project is to develop new ways to help emergency […]

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