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Energy Sector Looks Ahead to FAA Action on BVLOS Rule

Energy industry looks to FAA to finish work on BVLOS By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Companies in the energy industry are eagerly awaiting FAA action on a final BVLOS rule, which they say could greatly enhance the safety and efficiency of their operations. Speakers addressing the opening day of the Energy Drone & Robotics […]

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Drone Company AIRO’s Stock Skyrockets After IPO Amid Growing Investor Interest

AIRO Group’s Stock Soars After IPO: What Investors Need to Know AIRO Group Holdings, a defense and aerospace technology company, made headlines after its initial public offering (IPO) saw the company’s stock more than double in value on its first day of trading. According to a news story in Barron’s, this remarkable debut reflects growing […]

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UAV Navigation–Grupo Oesía Joins EDF-Funded VANTAGE Project to Strengthen European Defense UAV Capabilities

Spanish firm to provide resilient guidance and navigation systems for next-gen tactical VTOL dron UAV Navigation Selected for Key Role in VANTAGE Defense Project UAV Navigation–Grupo Oesía has been selected as a core technology provider for the VANTAGE project, a major European initiative to develop advanced tactical VTOL (vertical take-off and landing) unmanned aerial vehicles. […]

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Drone Forge Unveils First Turn-Key Drone Fleet to Scale Commercial Access in Australia

New offering aims to simplify operations and investment in drones, supporting scalable, profitable business models Australia-based startup Drone Forge has announced a major milestone in the commercial drone industry: the development and upcoming delivery of the world’s first turn-key fleet of drones. The fleet, known as DF Fleet 1, is expected to be available in […]

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Draganfly Partners with SafeLane to Support Global Landmine Clearance Efforts

Canadian Drone Company Selected as Preferred UAS Provider for Explosive Threat Mitigation in Ukraine and Beyond by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Saskatchewan-based drone solutions developer Draganfly Inc. recently announced that it was selected by SafeLane Global Ltd. (“SafeLane”) as its preferred unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and aerial survey provider. SafeLane, a world-renowned specialist […]

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Defense Innovation Unit Expands Blue UAS List with New Platforms and Capabilities

The Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) has announced significant updates to its Blue UAS List and Framework following a three-day flight demonstration challenge at Marine Corps Air Ground Combat Center 29 Palms. The event, held in February 2025, marks the first of what is intended to be an annual competitive event to update capabilities on the […]

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Missouri Bill Seeks to Limit Government Use of Chinese-Made Drones, Faces Resistance from Law Enforcement

Comprehensive Bill Could Limit Drone Use by Government Agencies Missouri lawmakers are currently considering House Bill 210 (HB 210), the “Unmanned Aerial Systems Security Act of 2025,” which aims to regulate and restrict the use of drones by government agencies within the state, particularly those manufactured in countries of concern like China. The proposed legislation […]

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AgEagle Releases eBee VISION Software Update with Advanced Mapping and Tactical Features

New Capabilities Enhance Defense and Commercial Application AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc. (NYSE: UAVS) has released version 2.1.0 of its eBee VISION application software. This update introduces new mapping tools, enhanced situational awareness, and tactical advantages for defense and commercial users. Enhancements to Mapping Capabilities The eBee VISION software now supports circular and grid mapping. These […]

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Elsight’s Connectivity Powers Phoenix Air Unmanned’s 320-Mile BVLOS Pipeline Patrol for Shell

The success of Phoenix Air Unmanned’s (PAU) 320-mile beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) pipeline patrolhighlights the growing role of drones in long-range industrial applications—applications that have the potential to dramatically shift the value proposition for uncrewed systems and reshape industry norms for pipeline inspection. Here, a look at one of the technologies that made […]

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Cucuyo and Cavok UAS Successfully Complete Flight Tests for Laser Communication Terminal

Tests Validate Integration of Cucuyo P-100 Terminal with Cavok UAS Drones February 6, 2025 – Cucuyo and Cavok UAS have successfully completed flight tests integrating Cucuyo’s P-100 airborne laser communication terminal with Cavok UAS drones. The tests, conducted in Spain, mark a major step in advancing airborne laser communications. Testing the P-100 Laser Communication Terminal […]

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