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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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Zipline Hits 100 Million Miles: A New Milestone in Autonomous Drone Delivery

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Emission-Free, High-Speed UAV Logistics Transforms Global Healthcare and Commerce by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb California-based autonomous drone delivery company Zipline recently revealed that they had achieved a major milestone in their efforts to bring UAV logistics to the masses, announcing that that they had reached 100 million commercial miles flown. “That’s the same […]

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WarrenUAS Expands Expertise with Addition of Ed Celiano

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Former NJUASTS Executive Director Joins WarrenUAS as Consultant and Instructor to Advance Large UAS Integration and Research by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb WarrenUAS, the New Jersey-based drone training program from Warren Community College, recently announced they have added Ed Celiano, the former executive director of the New Jersey Unmanned Aviation Systems Test Site, […]

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Enhancing Drone Mapping with RTK and PPK: Insights from SimActive’s Eric Andelin

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Drone mapping technology has advanced significantly in recent years, with Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) and Post-Processed Kinematic (PPK) positioning emerging as game-changing technologies. These methods enhance mapping accuracy and efficiency, reducing reliance on traditional Ground Control Points (GCPs). SimActive, a leading provider of photogrammetry software, offers powerful tools for geospatial professionals, including its flagship product, Correlator3D. […]

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JOUAV Introduces Fixed + Mobile UAS Inspection System for Power Grids

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Autonomous Drone Solution Enhances Efficiency and Coverage in Rugged Terrain JOUAV, a manufacturer of industrial unmanned aerial systems (UAS), has partnered with the Guangxi Power Supply Bureau to launch China’s first “Fixed + Mobile” UAS autonomous inspection system for power grid operations. This solution sets a new standard in power line inspections by improving efficiency […]

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UAF Unveils New Icing Tower to Enhance Drone Safety in Arctic Conditions

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Enhancing Drone Safety in Icy Conditions Images provided courtesy of UAF Geophysical Institute, used with permission.  Photo credit: JR Ancheta. The University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) Geophysical Institute has introduced a groundbreaking icing tower designed to improve drone flight safety in icy weather. This innovative facility will play a crucial role in Alaska’s efforts to […]

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Pierce Aerospace Secures Additional FAA Remote ID Research Award

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Continuing Advances in Drone Safety Through Remote Identification Pierce Aerospace, a dual-use aerospace technology firm, has received a follow-on award from Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University (ERAU). This marks the second recognition for Pierce Aerospace’s work in support of the FAA’s Alliance for System Safety of UAS Through Research Excellence (ASSURE). Additionally, the company proudly announced reaching […]

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Commercial Drone Alliance Urges Swift Action on BVLOS Rule-making

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The Commercial Drone Alliance (CDA) has officially called on the Trump administration to expedite the deregulation process for commercial drones, particularly focusing on Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations. This request aims to catalyze the adoption of commercial drones, fortify the position of domestic manufacturers, and bolster national security. In a letter addressed to […]

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Leveraging Drone Technology for Medical Logistics: Insights from Drone Show Korea 2025

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At this year’s Drone Show Korea (DSK) 2025 in Busan, a notable keynote highlighted the potential of drone technology in transforming medical logistics, particularly in developing countries. Dr. Yi Zhang, a Health Economist at the World Bank, presented compelling research on how drones could bridge critical healthcare gaps. Challenges in Healthcare Logistics Developing countries face […]

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Garuda Aerospace Drones Aid NDRF in Telangana Tunnel Rescue

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Drones Provide Real-Time Data to Support Rescue Efforts Nagarkurnool, Telangana – Garuda Aerospace has deployed its consumer drone, Droni, to assist the National Disaster Response Force (NDRF) in an ongoing rescue operation at the Srisailam Left Bank Canal (SLBC) tunnel collapse. Eight workers became trapped on February 22 while repairing a water leak inside the […]

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