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Flying Forward: Zipline on the Drone Radio Show!

Don’t miss Zipline on the Drone Radio Show!  Keenan Wyrobek and Juan Albanell of Zipline talk about the company’s long-distance Platform 1 delivery service and the company’s plans to scale short-distance Platform 2 home delivery services. Drone Radio Show · Flying Forward: Zipline and the Future of Drone Deliveries: Keenan Wyrobek and Juan Albanell of […]

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MassDOT Showcases Innovation at Drone Safety Day

The MassDOT Aeronautics Division hosted their first public-facing Drone Safety Day, showcasing the innovation, technology and safety culture that the department has developed to deliver a wide variety of drone services across the state. Held at the agency’s UAS training field, the event featured speakers and pilots discussing the broad range of applications that MassDOT […]

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Operationalizing the Defense Innovation Unit and Blue sUAS

Advancing Defense Innovation: Defense Innovation Unit 3.0 Focuses on Rapid Deployment of Commercial Technologies By DRONELIFE Contributor Dawn Zoldi (Colonel USAF, Ret.) In the realm of defense innovation, XPONENTIAL shined a spotlight on operationalizing DIU 3.0. A fireside chat discussion between Doug Beck, Director of the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), and Courtney Albon of Defense […]

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Unifly, Terra Drone, and Aloft Technologies Forge Alliance for Global Air Traffic Management

New Partnership Aims to Enhance Advanced Air Mobility with Unified UAS Traffic Management System Unifly, a leader in Unmanned Aircraft System Traffic Management (UTM) technology, has joined forces with Terra Drone Corporation and Aloft Technologies Inc. to develop a global UAS Traffic Management (UTM) infrastructure. This collaboration, announced on April 25, 2024, in Antwerp, seeks […]

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Asylon Robotics Achieves BVLOS Approval for Advanced Drone System

New BVLOS Certification Expands Possibilities for Remote Drone Operations in Security Applications by DRONELIFE Contributer Ian J. McNab Pennsylvania-based manufacturer Asylon Robotics recently announced new federal approvals for its American-made “drone in a box” system for BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line of Sight) operation. The news represents an important step for Asylon’s DroneSentry security system to […]

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Reflecting on AUVSI Xponential 2024: Key Insights and Future Directions in Autonomous Vehicle Technology

3 Key Takeaways from Xponential 2024 by DRONELIFE Contributing Editor Paul Rossi As AUVSI Xponential 2024 wraps up in San Diego, the horizon for autonomous vehicle technologies across air, land, and sea looks more promising and interconnected than ever. This year’s conference not only showcased the latest innovations but also marked a significant pivot in the industry’s […]

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MassDOT Aeronautics to Conduct Cybersecurity Webinar for Drone Pilots: Monday, April 29

Event aims to enhance UAS cybersecurity awareness: will feature expert Noel Zamot As part of the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) annual Drone Safety Day, the Massachusetts Department of Transportation’s (MassDOT) Aeronautics Division is set to host a free webinar focusing on cybersecurity best practices for drone operators. The session is scheduled for April 29, from […]

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DJI Unveils Agras T50 and T25 Drones for Enhanced Agricultural Productivity

New Models Offer Advanced Features for Efficient Crop Management with Upgraded SmartFarm App DJI, a global leader in civilian drones and creative camera technology, today launched the Agras T50 and T25 drones internationally, further expanding their popular Agras line. The T50 is tailored for large-scale farming efficiency, while the T25 offers portability for smaller operations. […]

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Advancements in Autonomous Drone Delivery for Medical Resupply

BMT and the British Army Collaborate on Revolutionary Drone Technology According to an official press release, BMT has achieved a significant milestone in autonomous drone technology with its SPARO® project, which has received funding from the British Army’s Futures Directorate. This initiative aims to enhance the delivery of medical supplies using drones, which was demonstrated […]

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NASA Advances Drone Autonomy: DRONELIFE Exclusive Interview with Researcher Jeffrey Homola

Advancements in Autonomous Drone Flight: Insights from NASA Researcher Jeffrey Homola by DRONELIFE Contributing Editor Paul Rossi At the AUVSI Xponential 2024, an event showcasing the latest innovations in unmanned systems, NASA’s recent achievement of flying multiple drones autonomously beyond visual line of sight marks a pivotal advancement in drone technology. I had the privilege […]

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