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Ascent AeroSystems Introduces HELIUS™: A 249g Coaxial Nano UAV Designed for Durability and Performance

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An American-Made Alternative in the Sub-250g UAV Market Ascent AeroSystems, a leading U.S. manufacturer of coaxial unmanned aerial systems (UAS), has unveiled its latest innovation: HELIUS™. This sub-250g UAV, introduced at VERTICON (formerly HAI Heli-Expo) in Dallas, Texas, aims to set a new standard for durability, affordability, and capability in the lightweight drone market. Designed […]

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How AI and Drones Are Revolutionizing Utility Inspections: The Drone Radio Show

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On this episode of the Drone Radio Show: Kaitlyn Albertoli, CEO and co-founder of Buzz Solutions, talks with host Randy Goers about how AI and drones are transforming traditional utility inspections and the challenges of implementing and scaling these technologies. Listen here: Kaitlyn Albertoli is CEO and co-founder of Buzz Solutions. Buzz Solutions leverages AI […]

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Ghost Town: How an Abandoned Mining Town Became a Cutting-Edge Drone Training Ground

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Company uses deserted town as DFR training site By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill A police-operated drone flies along a deserted street in a small town, searching for victims of a tragic incident at a school. The UAV spots a figure lying on the ground, a young boy, and the remote operator relays the information […]

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Advancing GIS Software: Blue Marble Geographics Expands Cloud and AI Capabilities

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Transforming GIS with Cloud-Based Flexibility and AI-Driven Insights The geospatial industry is undergoing a transformation as GIS software integrates cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance data processing, visualization, and analysis. Blue Marble Geographics, a long-standing innovator in the GIS space, has taken significant strides in 2024, introducing two cutting-edge solutions that mark a […]

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MassDOT Aeronautics Completes Successful Drone Medical Delivery Demonstrations

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Tests Highlight Potential for Home-Based Healthcare and Emergency Response The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) Aeronautics Division has announced the successful completion of three drone medical delivery demonstrations. The tests, conducted between August and October 2024, evaluated the potential for drones to transport small packages for healthcare applications. Three companies participated in the trials, carrying […]

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U.S.-Made Drone Parachute Systems Now Scalable with Fruity Chutes and High Energy Sports Partnership

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Collaboration Expands Domestic Production of UAV Recovery Solutions Fruity Chutes Inc., a global provider of drone parachute recovery systems, has announced a partnership with High Energy Sports, Inc., a company specializing in precision engineering and manufacturing. This collaboration enhances the availability of scalable, U.S.-made parachute solutions for unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) manufacturers, ensuring reliable recovery […]

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America Is Flying Blind: Why We Need a National Drone Strategy Now

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DRONELIFE is please to publish this op-ed from Tom Walker, CEO of drone services provider DroneUp.  DRONELIFE neither accepts nor makes payment for guest posts. America’s Airspace Crisis—Why We Need a National Drone Strategy NOW By Tom Walker, founder and CEO of DroneUp The U.S. Is Flying Blind Into the Drone Era Let’s cut to […]

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The Inside Story on Chevron’s Autonomous Drone Inspections with Percepto

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Percepto, Chevron team on autonomous drone inspections By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Israel-based Percepto is combining artificial intelligence (AI) and drone technologies to conduct safety inspections across Chevron’s far-flung assets in the western U.S., limiting the need for human-led inspection trips. The two companies recently announced the successful completion of the first six months […]

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When Everything’s a Drone: How Law Enforcement Dealt with the Crisis in NJ

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New Jersey Drone Incursions: Lessons Learned in Public Safety UAS Operations The National Public Safety UAS Conference in Busch Gardens, VA, on March 11-12, sponsored by DRONERESPONDERS, featured a critical session on drone incursions in New Jersey. The discussion, led by experts from law enforcement and counter-UAS operations, shed light on the extensive efforts made […]

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How Drone Swarms Can Bring Value to the Commercial Sector

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On this episode of The Drone Radio show with host Randy Goers: Kevin Hernandez and Dutch Alessi of Virtual Realty Rehab talk about VRR’s journey, the revolutionary HellHive and HoloWarrior systems, and how they’re bridging military prowess with commercial potential.  Listen here: Drone Radio Show · How Drone Swarms Can Bring Value to the Commercial Sector […]

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