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Weather Drones, Ghost Sharks & Prison Smuggling: Weekly Wings Drone Podcast

You won’t want to miss this episode of the Weekly Wings drone podcast!  The current stories in the drone industry, brought to. you from the pilot perspective. In this insightful episode of the Weekly Wings podcast, Paul Rossi, Samuel Stansberry, and Terry Neff bring you the latest in unmanned aerial systems (UAS) technology and its […]

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Australian Drone Technology Assists in Combating Canadian Wildfires: Zombie Fires

Advanced Drones Deployed to Detect Hidden Hotspots in Quebec’s Bushfire Zones In response to one of the most severe bushfire seasons on record, Canadian firefighters in Quebec are utilizing advanced drone technology from Australian company Carbonix. The initiative aims to combat the devastating wildfires that have plagued the region, particularly in remote and challenging terrains. […]

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FAA Proposes $341,413 in Civil Penalties for Drone Regulation Violations

FAA Takes Steps to Ensure Drone Operators Follow Airspace Regulations The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has proposed $341,413 in civil penalties against 27 individuals who violated federal drone regulations between October 2022 and June 2024. These penalties are part of the FAA’s ongoing efforts to ensure that drone operators are aware of and adhere to […]

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DroneUp, Walmart close drone delivery sites in 3 states to focus on D/FW operations

DroneUp Refocuses on D/FW Operations Amid Strategic Realignment with Walmart By Jim Magill DroneUp, which said it would shut down its drone delivery operations conducted in partnership with Walmart in three states, instead plans to focus on flights in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, where the economics for growth are more favorable, a company official told […]

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Lisa Ellman Appointed to FAA’s Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee

Commercial Drone Alliance Executive Director and Global UAS Expert to Contribute to Aviation Safety The Commercial Drone Alliance (CDA) has announced that its Executive Director, Lisa Ellman, has been appointed to the Aviation Rulemaking Advisory Committee (ARAC). U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg selected Ellman to represent the commercial drone industry for a two-year […]

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Ukraine Invests in Domestic Defense Industry to Strengthen Post-War Economy

New Agreements Highlight Ukraine’s Commitment to Local Production of Military Technologies Ukraine is taking significant steps to bolster its defense capabilities and support its economy by focusing on domestic production. The Ministry of Defense has signed new agreements to procure locally produced drones, electronic warfare (EW) systems, and communication equipment, reports Global Defense News. These […]

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Multi-Band Mesh Networking Technology on the Drone Radio Show!

On this episode of the Drone Radio Show, Amol Parikh, co-CEO of Doodle Labs. talks with host Randy Goers about the company’s revolutionary mesh communication radios, and how multi-band technology can benefit military and commercial applications.  Listen here: Drone Radio Show · Multi-Band Mesh Networking Technology in UAV Operations: Amol Parikh, Doodle Labs Amol Parikh […]

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UAVOS Tests AI-Driven Autopilot System for GNSS-Denied Environments

Autonomous Helicopter Successfully Navigates Using Computer Vision in Day and Night Conditions, Paving the Way for Advanced Drone Applications by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Silicon Valley-based autonomous helicopter developer UAVOS recently announced that they had successfully tested their autopilot system using computer vision in collaboration with a client. This innovative new AI-driven approach […]

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Dutch Ministry of Defense Secures 51 Drone Radars for Ukraine

Latest Purchase Enhances Mobile Detection Capabilities for Counter-Drone Operations The Dutch Ministry of Defense has confirmed an additional order of 51 drone radars from Robin Radar Systems, based in The Hague. This order, signed on August 21, follows an initial procurement of 51 static IRIS drone radars, which were acquired 18 months ago. The new […]

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Cyberhawk Receives FAA Waiver for Expanded U.S. Drone Operations

Nationwide BVLOS Waiver Enables More Efficient and Safer Inspections for Critical Infrastructure Cyberhawk has received a significant nationwide Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) waiver from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), allowing the company to operate drones without the need for a visual observer. This waiver is set to expand Cyberhawk’s capabilities in drone-based inspection, […]

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