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DRL U.S. Air Force Miami Invitational: World-Class Pilots Set to Compete

Twelve pilots from around the globe will race high-speed drones in Miami’s skies on February 1, 2025. The Drone Racing League (DRL) has announced the lineup of twelve elite pilots who will compete in the 2025 DRL U.S. Air Force Miami Invitational. This high-speed competition will take place at loanDepot Park, home to the Miami […]

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CSIS Simulation Highlights Urgent Need to Strengthen U.S. Defense Industrial Base

A recent simulation conducted by the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) paints a stark picture of the U.S. defense industrial base, revealing critical vulnerabilities in its ability to support military operations in the event of a large-scale conflict. The findings underscore the urgent need for public-private partnerships, increased investment in manufacturing capacity, and […]

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Neuromorphic Cameras and Pilotless Air Taxis on Weekly Wings!

In this week’s episode of drone news podcast Weekly Wings, Paul Rossi and Terry Neff delve into a variety of exciting developments in drone technology, autonomous systems, and advanced air mobility. The episode kicks off with the Sprayhawk, an automated agricultural helicopter developed by Rotor Technologies and AG Nav. The hosts discuss its potential to […]

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Unidentified Drone Swarms Spotted Over U.S. Air Force Bases in the U.K.

Incursions at RAF Lakenheath, Mildenhall, and Feltwell Prompt Investigation Unidentified drones were observed flying over three Royal Air Force (RAF) bases used by the United States Air Force (USAF) in eastern England. The sightings, which occurred between Wednesday and Saturday, have prompted investigations by U.S. and U.K. defense officials. The bases—Lakenheath, Mildenhall, and Feltwell—are vital […]

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Cyberdrone Illuminates Dubai Sky with Drones Celebrating AC Milan’s 125th Anniversary

A Dazzling Display of Football and Technology Cyberdrone brought AC Milan’s legacy to life in the Dubai night sky with a 1,000-drone light show celebrating the football club’s 125th anniversary and the first year of Casa Milan Dubai. The aerial display showcased AC Milan’s iconic crest, the red and black jersey, and the 125th-anniversary emblem, […]

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EHang Announces $30 Million Share Repurchase Program Amid Major Advancements in Urban Air Mobility

Chinese AAM Leader Demonstrates Confidence with New UAM Facility in Hefei and Continued Progress Toward Mass Production of Passenger Drones by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Guangzhou-based advanced air mobility company EHang recently announced that their board of directors had pproved a Share Repurchase Program, pursuant to which the Company may repurchase up to […]

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Harmonized Skies 2024 Demonstrated Working UTM Systems: Advancing Commercial BVLOS Operations

Industry Leaders and Regulators Collaborate to Move Drone Integration Forward (All images courtesy ANRA Technologies, used with permission.) The Global UTM Association (GUTMA) recently hosted the “Harmonized Skies 2024” event in Fort Worth, Texas, focusing on advancing commercial Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone operations. This gathering brought together industry leaders, regulators, and public […]

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Unexplained Drone Activity Over Morris County Sparks Public Concern and Official Investigation

Reports of large UAVs near Picatinny Arsenal prompt responses from military, local authorities, and the FAA. by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Mysterious drone activity over Morris County, NJ, earlier this week set social media ablaze and garnered comments from local government officials and military spokespersons aimed at assuaging public fears.   On the […]

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Thermal Drones Take the Hunt to New Heights: Deer Recovery Made Easy

Deer recovery service helps hunters find lost trophies By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill With deer hunting season under way in many states across the country, a number of hunters are confronting a common problem: tracking a wounded deer that may have wandered into a heavily forested area or into the middle of a farmer’s […]

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SkyDrive and SAI Flight Collaborate on Electric Air Taxi Routes in South Carolina

New partnership introduces plans for eVTOL-based air travel, including a pre-order for 10 aircraft SkyDrive Inc., a Japanese electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft manufacturer, has partnered with South Carolina-based SAI Flight and Greenville Downtown Airport (GMU) to explore commercial air taxi routes and other innovative applications. The collaboration, formalized through a Memorandum of […]

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