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Matternet M2 Will Fly BVLOS Medical Drone Delivery in the Heart of Berlin

Matternet, a leading urban drone delivery platform developer, has been authorized by the Luftfahrt-Bundesamt (LBA), Germany’s Federal Aviation Office, to launch beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery operations in Berlin. This approval marks the inception of Berlin’s first-ever BVLOS drone delivery network. The new drone delivery network aims to connect 13 hospitals with […]

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U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg Urges Congress to Pass FAA Reauthorization Before Year End

The previous FAA Authorization expired on September 30. At that time, President Joe Biden signed a bipartisan Continuing Resolution (CR) to fund the federal government through Nov. 17, 2023 and extend Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) authorization through December.  As the clock ticks towards the end of the year, what’s happening with FAA Reauthorization 2023? In […]

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Verge Aero Launches Composer: Now Anyone Can Create a Stunning Drone Show

Verge Aero, a leading provider of drone show technology solutions, has launched a new software tool, Verge Aero Composer. This innovative design software aims to make the drone show industry more accessible by allowing individuals to create their own drone shows without any technical experience. The software, unveiled on December 4, 2023, in Las Vegas, […]

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Drone Champions League announces the city of AlUla, Saudi Arabia as host for Super Final 2023

Drone Champions League Selects AlUla, Saudi Arabia for Super Final 2023 The Drone Champions League (DCL) has announced that its flagship event, the Super Final 2023, will be held in the ancient city of AlUla, Saudi Arabia on December 20th, 2023. This marks a significant milestone in drone racing, as AlUla, recognized as one of […]

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“Dawn of Drones” Rebrands to “Dawn of Autonomy” for the 2024 Season

The popular podcast “Dawn of Drones,” known for its global reach and influence in the drone, advanced air mobility (AAM), and autonomous industries, is set to undergo a name change and transformation for its 2024 season. The show’s creator, Dawn Zoldi of P3 Tech Consulting LLC, and producer Mike Pehel of UpStreem, in collaboration with […]

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Will a DJI Delivery Drone Come to the US Market Soon? FlyCart 30 Gets Remote ID Compliance [VIDEO]

FlyCart 30, the DJI delivery drone, was announced last August – but has so far only been available in China.  On December 6, however, the DJI FlyCart 30 was added to the FAA website list of Remote ID compliant drones, which could indicate that the drone will be offered for sale in the U.S. soon. […]

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Guardian Agriculture Soars into Commercial Operations: A New Era of Sustainable Farming Takes Flight

Massachusetts-based company becomes the first eVTOL manufacturer to commence commercial operations, marking a significant milestone in sustainable farming and eVTOL technology. Guardian Agriculture, a Massachusetts-based company specializing in electric Vertical Take-Off and Landing (eVTOL) systems for sustainable farming, announces that they are the first eVTOL manufacturer to commence commercial operations. The company has recently deployed […]

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PG&E Revolutionizing Utility Operations Through Cutting-Edge Drone Technology: Beyond Inspections

PG&E Explores Cutting-Edge Drone Technology to Elevate Utility Operations Pacific Gas and Electric Company (PG&E) (NYSE: PCG) orchestrated a comprehensive conference today, uniting certified drone pilots, industry collaborators, community partners, and federal stakeholders to delve into the myriad applications of unmanned aerial systems for utility operations. Participants included Advexure, Airdata, Infravision, and Skydio, along with […]

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Aviation Milestone in New Zealand: Successful Integration of Uncrewed Aircraft into Controlled Airspace

Aviation Consortium Achieves Milestone in Uncrewed Aircraft Integration in Controlled Airspace in New Zealand An aviation collaboration, led by Wisk Aero, has successfully concluded a groundbreaking trial in New Zealand, evaluating the integration of uncrewed aircraft into controlled airspace. The trial, conducted under the New Zealand Government’s Airspace Integration Trial Programme (AITP), involved a series […]

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Sky High Healthcare: Ethiopia’s First Long-Range Drone Network Achieves Milestone in Medical Deliveries

Bridging the Distance: How Drone Technology is Enhancing Access to Essential Vaccines in Remote Ethiopian Communities Ethiopia’s first long-range drone network has successfully completed a month-long project, delivering essential medical supplies, including 6,936 vaccine doses, to six remote communities. The project, which included 44 flights, marks a significant advancement in healthcare delivery in Ethiopia’s most […]

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