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Hot Cars & LiPo Batteries: A Risky Combination for UAS Operators

Understanding the Impact of High Temperatures on LiPo Batteries and Best Practices for Safe Usage DRONELIFE presents this guest post by Douglas Spotted Eagle, Director/Client Experience and Pilot at theLIDARPros and Director of Education Programming at drone training and consulting firm Sundance Media Group. As the temperature rises, this post is a timely reminder that […]

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SkyDrive Begins FAA Type Certification: Paving the Way for eVTOL Innovations in American Airspace

Japanese Developer SkyDrive Collaborates with JCAB and FAA to Bring the SD-05 to Market, Targeting 2026 for North American Expansion by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Japanese “flying car” eVTOL (electronic vertical takeoff and landing) developer Skydrive recently announced that the FAA had accepted their application for type certification for their three-seater “Skydrive” SD-05 […]

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Congress Introduces New Counter-UAS Legislation

House Bill Aims to Extend and Enhance Authorities of DHS, DOJ, and FAA to Address Growing Drone Threats By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill A bill introduced in the U.S. House of Representatives earlier this month would extend the authority of the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the Department of Justice (DOJ) to mitigate […]

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Event 38, AviSight, and Elsight Collaborate for Enhanced BVLOS Pipeline Inspections

New Connectivity Solutions Drive Efficiency in Challenging Terrains Event 38 Unmanned Systems, a leading manufacturer of unmanned aerial vehicles, and AviSight, a critical infrastructure inspection provider, have announced their collaboration with Elsight to integrate its AI-based UAV connectivity solution, Halo, into their operations. This partnership aims to enhance beyond visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS) inspections for extensive oil […]

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Hamburg’s DronePORT Inaugurated with HHLA Sky’s Advanced Drone Solutions

New Facility Enhances Unmanned Aviation and Mobile Sensor Technology in Europe The opening of dronePORT Hamburg is a milestone for unmanned aviation and mobile sensor technology in Europe. This state-of-the-art facility, initiated by the Hamburg Port Authority (HPA), the Hamburg Police, and Hamburg Aviation, is a first of its kind in Europe, aiming to revolutionize […]

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Eswatini Launches First Medical Drone Network in Partnership with Swoop Aero and Red Lightning

Transformative Technology Aims to Improve Healthcare Access in Underserved Communities The Luke Commission (TLC), a nonprofit organization providing free healthcare in the Kingdom of Eswatini, has launched the nation’s first long-range medical drone network. This initiative, in collaboration with Australian-based drone company Swoop Aero and disaster response organization Red Lightning, marks a significant advancement in […]

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Red Cat Holdings Introduces New ISR and Precision Strike Drone Systems

Innovative Technology to Transform Military Operations Red Cat Holdings, Inc. (Nasdaq: RCAT), a drone technology company specializing in robotic hardware and software for military, government, and commercial operations, today announced the launch of a new family of unmanned Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) and precision strike systems. The announcement, made on the first day of […]

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Drones, Trees, and Teledyne FLIR: This Episode of Weekly Wings!

Don’t miss the latest edition of the new drone podcast from DRONELIFE, Weekly Wings!  Drone Industry Issues from the pilot perspective. In this episode of Weekly Wings, we take a journey into the fascinating world of drone technology and its applications in unique and impactful ways. Join Samuel, Terry, and Paul as they delve into […]

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NDAA Passed the House: What That Means for the Countering CCP Drones Act, and What Comes Next

NDAA FY25 Passed House Friday, June 14 by Narrow Margin: What’s Happening with the Countering CCP Drones Act Now? The legislative process in the US continues, as the House version of the fiscal year 25 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA FY25) has made it’s way through the full House of Representatives.  The House version of […]

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FAA Approves BVLOS Operations for Oswego City Police Department’s Drone as First Responder Program

Enhanced Safety and Efficiency for Emergency Response uAvionix, a prominent provider of command, navigation, and surveillance technologies for drones, announced that the Oswego City Police Department’s Drone as a First Responder (DFR) program has received Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approval for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations without the need for Visual Observers (VOs). […]

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