Legislation Reflects National Security Concerns and State-Level Compliance Efforts North Dakota’s reliance on Chinese-made drones is under scrutiny, as nearly 90% of drones used by state agencies are manufactured in China. Rep. Mike Nathe, R-Bismarck, has introduced a bill to allocate $15 million to replace these drones. The bill mirrors similar efforts by other states, […]
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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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Transforming Earth Imagery for Emergency Response, AI, and Emerging Technologies Spexi, a Vancouver-based technology company, has announced the completion of its $11.5 million USD Series A funding round, led by Blockchange Ventures. This milestone will support Spexi’s goal of building a scalable global network of drone pilots to deliver standardized, ultra-high-resolution imagery for public and […]
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SimActive and Correlator3D™: A Closer Look Drone mapping has transformed industries by making geospatial data more accessible. However, achieving high-quality results requires both the right tools and the right approach. DRONELIFE.com interviewed Eric Andelin, Senior Workflow Specialist at SimActive, to uncover actionable tips for drone operators. SimActive, a leader in photogrammetry solutions, offers Correlator3D™, a […]
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The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is looking for leaders in aviation and related industries (yes, that includes drones) to join what could be a transformative movement to shape the future of women in aviation. Applications are now open for the Bessie Coleman Women in Aviation Advisory Committee. This committee marks a new initiative named after the groundbreaking legacy of Bessie Coleman, who was the first African American and Native American woman to hold a pilot’s license.
This Bessie Coleman Women in Aviation Advisory Committee was designed to develop actionable strategies to attract and retain more women and girls in aviation careers. It came about as part of a Women in Aviation Advisory Board (WIAAB) report titled “Breaking Barriers for Women in Aviation: A Flight Plan for the Future” which was released back in March 2022.
With it, the FAA says it aims to assemble 25 leaders from across the aviation industry. That includes small business owners, aviation specialists and innovators.
Committee members will:
The committee will meet at least twice a year, with a focus on driving meaningful change to increase diversity in aviation.
Currently, women make up only 10.3% of total pilots as of Dec. 31, 2023, according to data released by the FAA. Within the drone industry, the rate is even more bleak. Just 8.4% of Remote Pilots (aka drone pilots) are female. That’s a total of 30,935 female drone pilots in the U.S.
For what it’s worth, the rate of female drone pilots is slightly higher now than it has been in past years, but not by much. The prior year, women made up 7.9% of all certified remote pilots. Women and Drones compiled a neat graphic visualizing that exact data, which you can see below:
The Bessie Coleman Women in Aviation Advisory Committee seeks to close these gaps by addressing challenges, increasing opportunities and inspiring a more inclusive future.
This initiative not only honors the contributions of pioneers like Bessie Coleman but also lays the groundwork for ongoing innovation in the aviation industry.
The FAA is looking for a diverse range of nominees who can bring fresh ideas and perspectives. If you:
…then this opportunity is for you.
Interested candidates can apply here to be part of this groundbreaking initiative. Applications are open now and will be considered through Monday, Dec. 23, 2024 at 6 p.m. ET. It’s all spelled out on the official application page, but expect to include a short biography, resume and statement.
And yes, men can apply too.
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The Japan Maritime Self-Defense Force (JMSDF) has selected the General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. SeaGuardian Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) systems for its Long Endurance Unmanned Aerial Vehicle program. This follows JMSDF use of SeaGuardian since May 2023 as part of its Medium-Altitude, Long Endurance (MALE) RPA System Trial Operations Project. SeaGuardian has been used by […]
– CycloTech is introducing a new flying vehicle, the BlackBird demonstrator, that features a new propulsion system for any type of manned or unmanned aircraft but especially for flying cars. The company is developing and using a technology that sets completely new standards in its application. Innovative Technology: The BlackBird demonstrator shows the potential of […]
The Aeroprakt A-22 “Foxbat,” originally designed as a light recreational aircraft, has recently drawn attention after being modified by Ukrainian forces into a long-range UCAV (Unmanned Combat Aerial Vehicle). This transformation illustrates a shift in asymmetric warfare, where civilian technologies are repurposed for military use, thereby creating new, unconventional offensive capabilities. On April 4, 2024, […]
During the I/ITSEC event in Orlando, Florida, Saab has revealed a UAV training capability which can act both as an asset or threat during military exercises. Saab has also recently received an order from an undisclosed customer to deliver a number of prototype UAV live training systems. Saab’s new UAV trainer is used as an […]