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Inspired Flight Drones Achieve Both Green UAS and Blue UAS Certifications

New Certifications Highlight NDAA Compliance and Cybersecurity Standards for Secure Drone Operations Inspired Flight has announced that its IF1200A and IF800 Tomcat drones have received Green UAS certification from the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI). These certifications ensure that the platforms meet National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) compliance and cybersecurity requirements. Additionally, the […]

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Green UAS Certification Expands Secure Drone Options for Public Safety and Critical Missions

AUVSI Adds Four UAS Platforms to Green UAS List The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) has announced Green UAS certification for four new platforms: Ascent AeroSystems’ Spirit, AgEagle’s Ebee Tac, and Inspired Flight’s IF1200A and IF800 Tomcat. These certifications expand the options for secure, NDAA-compliant drones suitable for public safety, critical infrastructure, and […]

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FY25 NDAA: A Temporary Reprieve for Chinese Drones or the Beginning of the End?

New language in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) gives U.S. agencies one year to assess security risks of Chinese drones, but the clock is ticking—and the outcome remains uncertain.  In this guest post from Matt Sloane of SkyfireAI, the real results of the legislation.  DRONELIFE neither accepts nor makes payment for guest posts. The […]

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Gremsy Joins Thermal by FLIR Program with NDAA-Compliant Vio F1 Drone Payload

Advanced EO/IR Payload Combines Radiometric Thermal Imaging, AI Detection, and Precision Zoom for Industrial and Public Safety Missions by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNab California-based Teledyne FLIR recently announced Gremsy, a leading provider of advanced gimbals and payloads, as the latest collaborator in the Thermal by FLIR OEM program. According to the press release, […]

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U.S. Stocks, and Jeep’s New Patent: This Episode of Weekly Wings

In this captivating episode of Weekly Wings, hosts Paul Rossi and Terry Neff dive into the latest advancements in drones, public safety, and groundbreaking technology. They start with the financial outlook of the drone industry, highlighting surprising market trends and the rising stocks of companies like Red Cat Holdings and Unusual Machines. The discussion sheds […]

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Palm Springs Police Department Aims to Revolutionize Drone Response with DFR 2.0

Expanding UAV Operations for Public Safety with Beyond Visual Line of Sight and Advanced Community Engagement by DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill The city of Palm Springs, California is planning to expand its police department’s current drone program early next year by launching what city officials are calling Drones as First Responders 2.0. Police Lt. […]

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Drone Nerds Drives Innovation, Collaboration at Second-Annual ElevateUAV Conference

Florida’s Can’t Miss Drone Show by DRONELIFE Contributor T. Seth Ford (Nashville, TN) Images courtesy Seth Ford, used with permission. Kovens Conference Center, Florida International University, November 12–14, 2024 Sounds of rotors, lots of them, echoed outside the Kovens Conference Center at Florida International University for the ElevateUAV 2024 Conference, hosted and organized by Ft. […]

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Harmonized Skies 2024 Demonstrated Working UTM Systems: Advancing Commercial BVLOS Operations

Industry Leaders and Regulators Collaborate to Move Drone Integration Forward (All images courtesy ANRA Technologies, used with permission.) The Global UTM Association (GUTMA) recently hosted the “Harmonized Skies 2024” event in Fort Worth, Texas, focusing on advancing commercial Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone operations. This gathering brought together industry leaders, regulators, and public […]

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Unexplained Drone Activity Over Morris County Sparks Public Concern and Official Investigation

Reports of large UAVs near Picatinny Arsenal prompt responses from military, local authorities, and the FAA. by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Mysterious drone activity over Morris County, NJ, earlier this week set social media ablaze and garnered comments from local government officials and military spokespersons aimed at assuaging public fears.   On the […]

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Romeo Durscher: A Legacy of Innovation, Ethics, and Purpose in the Drone Industry

As Romeo Durscher steps back from the drone industry, facing retirement due to a recent health diagnosis, he reflects on a career that has shaped not only technology but lives around the world. In this interview with DRONELIFE, Romeo shares stories from his remarkable journey—defined by curiosity, resilience, and a commitment to making a difference. […]

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