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Senate Committee Confirms Bryan Bedford as FAA Administrator in Divided Vote

The Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation voted this morning to advance Bryan Bedford’s nomination as Administrator of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), with a narrow margin of 15 ayes to 13 nos. Bedford, the longtime CEO of Republic Airways, now moves one step closer to leading the agency at a time of heightened […]

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DJI Drones Face Unprecedented Scarcity in U.S. Consumer Market

The U.S. drone market is experiencing a seismic shift as DJI, the world’s leading drone manufacturer, faces mounting obstacles to selling its products to American consumers. While no formal government ban has been announced, a confluence of legislative, regulatory, and supply chain pressures has made it increasingly difficult—if not impossible—for U.S. buyers to obtain DJI […]

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Arrive AI and Skye Air Mobility Partner to Expand Secure Drone Delivery in India

New Collaboration to Bring Patented Autonomous Delivery Technology to Millions Arrive AI, a leader in autonomous delivery networks, has announced a major international partnership with Skye Air Mobility, India’s top hyperlocal drone delivery platform. This collaboration aims to scale secure, automated delivery solutions across India, one of the fastest-growing markets for drone technology. Expanding Drone […]

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Virginia Funds Transition to US Drone Platforms for First Responders

As the federal government advances new restrictions on drones manufactured by foreign adversaries, Virginia has introduced a grant program to help law enforcement and first responders transition to compliant drone technology. In this DRONELIFE exclusive guest post, Michele Satterlund, attorney at MacAuley, Jamerson, Satterlund and Sessa and former executive director of the Unmanned Systems Association […]

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Photogrammetry vs. LiDAR: Choosing the Right Tool for the Job, with Dr. Philippe Simard

SimActive Inc. has played a pivotal role in the evolution of geospatial data processing since its founding in 2003. Leading the company is Dr. Philippe Simard, a pioneer in the industry with a doctorate in electrical engineering from McGill University, specializing in computer vision. Under Dr. Simard’s leadership, SimActive’s flagship software, Correlator3D™, has become a […]

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EagleView Introduces Unified Platform and New Brand Identity for Asset Intelligence

Company Launches EagleView One, Expands AI and 3D Analytics in Changing Drone Industry EagleView has announced the launch of EagleView One™, a unified platform designed to deliver asset intelligence through aerial and drone imagery, AI-powered analytics, and high-precision 3D models. This launch marks the completion of a multi-year transformation and introduces a new brand identity […]

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Don’t Get Grounded: Why Multi-Platform Software Is a Must for Drone Operations

As the drone industry braces for possible restrictions on Chinese-manufactured technology, operators are being forced to rethink their tech stack. In this DRONELIFE exclusive guest post, Kristaps Brass of European flight planning software company UgCS argues that software independence — not just hardware — is the critical factor for long-term operational success. DRONELIFE neither accepts […]

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The Silent Invasion: How Israel’s Small Drones Infiltrated Iran

In a dramatic escalation of Middle East tensions, Israel has deployed a sophisticated network of small drones, including First-Person View (FPV) systems, deep within Iranian territory. This unprecedented operation bears striking similarities to Ukraine’s innovative drone tactics against Russia, suggesting a new chapter in modern warfare where small, agile unmanned systems can penetrate even the […]

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DJI Announces FlightHub 2 On-Premises and Updated Security White Paper Amid Ongoing U.S. Security Debate

Company Highlights Data Privacy Efforts as Lawmakers and Critics Raise Concerns Over National Security and Supply Chain Dependence DJI Introduces New Data Security Tools DJI has announced the launch of FlightHub 2 On-Premises and the release of its 2025 Drone Security White Paper. These updates are part of the company’s ongoing efforts to address privacy […]

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Choctaw Nation Launches Cutting-Edge Aviation Technology Center in Southeastern Oklahoma

New Facility Will Support Drone Innovation, Job Creation, and Rural Healthcare Solutions The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma (CNO) marked a major milestone in aviation technology with the grand opening of its Emerging Aviation Technology Center in Daisy, Oklahoma. The ribbon-cutting ceremony, held on June 17, celebrated a new chapter in drone and crewed aircraft development. […]

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