FAA Approves Delta’s Use of Drones for Maintenance Inspections

The FAA recently accepted Delta’s application to utilize camera-based, small drones to conduct visual inspections of our aircraft in the operation. Delta TechOps was granted this acceptance earlier this year and has thoughtfully been implementing drone inspections into our maintenance processes. These conditional visual inspections will initially be used following lightning strike events, and the […]

Ukraine Tests Advanced Auto-Targeting System for FPV Drones

A Ukrainian company has developed and is currently testing a new auto-targeting system for FPV (First Person View) drones, aimed at enhancing autonomous attacks on fast-moving and maneuvering targets. The system is designed to be particularly effective in the final stages of flight, when operators might lose control due to electronic warfare interference. Drone warfare […]

Drones and AI to Help Deliver Marks & Spencer’s Parsnip Revolution

– M&S has announced the initial results from first retailer run ‘autonomous field’ trial, which will see the retailer selling lower carbon parsnips later this year. the first retailer to farm and sell a lower carbon vegetable following an ‘autonomous field’ trial. In partnership with long-term supplier, Huntapac, the first fully autonomously farmed parsnips will […]

Prime Day Drone Deals: Gear Up for Flight with These Discounts

From budget-friendly beginners to high-end pros, explore drone and accessory deals on Amazon’s Prime Days by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb As Amazon rolls out their annual Prime Deal Days between October 8-9, DroneLife is taking a look at some drones and drone accessories that have been put on sale for America’s latest consumer […]

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Corvus Robotics Launches Autonomous Inventory System for Lights-Out Warehouses

New drone-powered system operates without additional infrastructure, increasing productivity and inventory accuracy. Corvus Robotics has unveiled an updated version of its Corvus One autonomous inventory management system. The latest version brings an innovative feature to lights-out distribution centers, enabling drones to fly and manage inventory without the need for additional infrastructure, such as reflectors, stickers, […]

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Asylon Robotics Deploys Gas-Sniffing Security Robots at the Indy 500

Robots Enhance Security with Real-Time Chemical Detection at Major Event Asylon Robotics successfully deployed gas-sniffing security robots at the Indianapolis 500 this year, helping ensure the safety of over 300,000 attendees. The deployment was made possible through collaboration between Asylon Robotics, 908 Devices, the Indianapolis Metropolitan Police Department, and the Indianapolis Motor Speedway. The advanced […]

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Multiplex Unveils BeastTX at INTERGEO: A Powerhouse Controller for Drone Operators

With Linux, Windows, and Android compatibility, ultra-long-range data links, and rugged design, the BeastTX is redefining all-in-one drone control solutions. by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Dronelife recently visited German engineering firm Multiplex’s booth at INTERGEO, where they were displaying the latest edition of their Made-in-Germany ultra heavy-duty BeastTX controller. With the form factor […]

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AUVSI Op-Ed: Ending Reliance on PRC Drones: Why the U.S. Must Act Now to Secure the Future of Domestic Drone Manufacturing

In this Op-Ed, Michael Robbins, President and CEO of the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI), offers an industry perspective on the recent Government Accountability Office (GAO) report titled “Federal Lands: Effects of Interior’s Policies on Foreign-Made Drones.” This response comes in the wake of last week’s published statement from drone manufacturer DJI, addressing […]

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SimActive Software Enhances Construction Mapping for Bullseye Construction

SimActive’s Correlator3D™ software is being used for real-time mapping on construction projects. SimActive Inc. has announced that its photogrammetry software, Correlator3D™, is being used by Bullseye Construction to map large-scale construction projects. This collaboration allows Bullseye Construction to generate highly accurate map products such as digital surface models (DSMs), point clouds, and orthomosaics. By leveraging […]

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