Fibre-optic drone footage released by Ukrainian sources shows an attack inside of a Russian repair shop against two stationary “turtle” tanks. It’s unclear how effective these strikes were, and the second attack appears to have impacted with the armour’s cage instead of the exterior of the tank. Even if the tanks were completely unaffected by […]
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Drone America and SpecTIR Partner to Expand Hyperspectral UAS Capabilities
Nevada-Based Companies Collaborate on Advanced Aerial Imaging for Government and Commercial Use A New Collaboration for Enhanced Aerial Sensing Drone America, a U.S. manufacturer of uncrewed aerial systems (UAS), and SpecTIR, a specialist in hyperspectral imaging technologies, have signed a new strategic agreement. The partnership will focus on delivering advanced aerial imaging solutions for use […]
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Drones on Patrol: Texas Constable’s Office Expands UAV Program
Texas constable’s office beefs up its drone program By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill In a recent incident, a suspect whose vehicle had evaded deputies from Harris County Texas Precinct 4 Constable Mark Herman’s office tried to evade capture on foot by running into a wooded area. Using drones, deployed in combination with K-9 dogs, […]
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QinetiQ Delivers 10,000th Banshee
– QinetiQ has produced its 10,000th Banshee aerial training target, reinforcing its position as a world leader in advanced threat representation and mission-readiness training. The Banshee is a cost-effective Uncrewed Aerial Vehicle (UAV) designed for threat representation and operational training. It is used by more than 40 nations and can emulate crewed aircraft, missiles and […]Drone insurance, demystified: Leo Arnan of SkyWatch.ai offers pro insights
Let’s be real — drone insurance can feel confusing, expensive and downright frustrating. But it doesn’t have to be. That’s why I sat down with Leo Arnan of SkyWatch.ai, the company that’s redefining how drone pilots think about insurance.
SkyWatch.ai makes on-demand, affordable, and flexible drone insurance as easy as opening an app. Whether you’re a weekend flyer who needs coverage for a single shoot or a commercial pilot managing a fleet, SkyWatch.ai offers scalable solutions that fit the way you fly.
In our video conversation, Leo shares:
- Why drone insurance is more important than ever
- What makes SkyWatch.ai a game-changer in the industry
- Pro tips for choosing the right insurance plan
- A sneak peek at what’s next for drone pilots and regulations
Watch the video of the full conversation below, or directly on my YouTube channel:
While drone insurance is not a legal requirement in the U.S., you likely still need it if you’re flying for business. Few clients will hire you if you’re uninsured. Even property owners, say, a wedding venue owner, will likely require drone insurance.
Leo Arnan truly is the expert. He’s spent years as the Customer Success Manager, working directly with customers — many of whom are drone business owners. If you fly drones, you need to understand how insurance protects your gear, your business and your reputation. This video is your shortcut to doing exactly that.
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S-100 CAMCOPTER Strengthens Greek FDI Frigate Capabilities
In an exclusive interview with Naval News at DEFEA 2025, Lubos Sramek, Sales Director for Europe at Schiebel, shared key insights into the S-100 CAMCOPTER Vertical Takeoff and Landing Unmanned Air System, which is set to equip Hellenic Navy’s future Kimon -class (FDI HN) frigates. The S-100, CAMCOPTER developed by Austrian manufacturer Schiebel, has been […]uAvionix Trakr: Assured, Real-time Drone Monitoring & Low-Altitude Airspace Awareness in FlightLine
– uAvionix has announced the launch of Trakr, a new suite of hardware and services that extends its FlightLine airspace surveillance platform to include real-time monitoring of customer-owned drone operations alongside ADS-B data from aircraft. By integrating Trakr’s UAS-specific position feeds with FlightLine’s ADS-B aircraft surveillance, uAvionix now delivers a complete picture of low-altitude airspace […]Lyten Announces Next-Generation Drone Propulsion Initiative with American-Made Lithium-Sulfur Batteries
– Lyten, the supermaterial applications company and global leader in lithium-sulfur batteries, has announced a new national security-focused initiative to support the growing demand for high-endurance, wide-operational-radius drones for defense applications. The initiative is built on a next-generation drone energy storage system powered by Lyten’s ultra-lightweight lithium-sulfur (Li-S) batteries. Lyten is dedicating production capacity in […]PG&E Automates BVLOS Drone Compliance with AirData: A Case Study
Pacific Gas and Electric (PG&E) is taking a major step forward in drone operations by automating compliance for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) flights using AirData’s fleet management platform. This move enables PG&E to expand its drone program safely and efficiently, supporting critical missions like wildfire prevention across its 70,000-square-mile service area in California. […]
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Pierce Aerospace and MITRE Partner to Advance Remote ID Research
Collaboration will enhance UAS remote identification, airspace safety, and homeland security capabilities Pierce Aerospace and MITRE Launch New Remote ID Research Partnership Pierce Aerospace has announced a new collaboration with MITRE aimed at advancing the development of Remote ID and related technologies for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). Under a new memorandum of understanding, Pierce Aerospace […]
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