GA-ASI and US Navy Fly MQ-20 Avenger Using MD-5 GCS to Perform Commanded Autonomy Maneouvres

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On November 5, 2024, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. used its MQ-20 Avenger Unmanned Aircraft System to perform commanded autonomy maneouvres as part of a demonstration with the U.S. Navy. The USN used its MD-5 Ground Control Station (GCS) with Lockheed Martin’s MDCX autonomy platform to command and control the jet-powered UAS. Working collaboratively with […]

Insitu’s Proliferated-Low Earth Orbit Satellite Control for Integrator UAS has 2,000 Nautical Mile Range

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– Insitu, a Boeing Company, is now leveraging Proliferated-Low Earth Orbit (P-LEO) Satellite Communication (SATCOM) control for its Integrator Uncrewed Aircraft System (UAS). This capability enables Integrator to fly up to 2,000 Nautical Miles (NM) point-to-point with 27.5 hours of endurance, the longest range/endurance of any small UAS in its class. Integrator with P-LEO SATCOM […]

V-BATs Helped Ukrainians Cut Through Russia EW

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When Russian jamming neutered the recon drones flown by a group of Ukrainian special operators near Dnipro in August, they turned to a new solution: V-BAT drones built to withstand the massive electronic interference used by both sides in the war in Ukraine. “They launched from about 40 kilometers from the front, flew 100 kilometers […]

Elsight Recognized for Customer-Focused Approach in AFR’s 2024 Customer Champions List

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Innovative Halo Platform Drives Growth and Customer Success for Uncrewed Systems Connectivity Elsight (ASX-ELS), known for connectivity solutions for unmanned and autonomous systems, has been recognized in The Australian Financial Review‘s (AFR) inaugural Customer Champions List for 2024. This list highlights companies that provide exceptional value and experiences to their customers while also achieving growth […]

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ideaForge Reaches 550,000 UAV Flights, Driving India’s Drone Manufacturing Goals

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The Indian UAV manufacturer advances self-reliance with 70% localization and robust technology for diverse applications In a significant achievement for India’s drone industry, ideaForge has crossed 550,000 successful UAV flights, with one of its drones taking off every four minutes. This milestone highlights ideaForge’s commitment to localizing drone technology and aligns with India’s aim to […]

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DJI and SkyPixel Announce 10th Annual Photo & Video Contest with New “Handheld” Category

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Contest Expands to Showcase Aerial and Handheld Videography with Over $170,000 in Prizes A Decade of Creativity and Community DJI and SkyPixel have officially launched the 10th Annual SkyPixel Photo & Video Contest, celebrating a decade of stunning aerial photography and videography. From November 7, 2024, to February 10, 2025, participants can submit entries to […]

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The Security of the National Airspace and the Future of AAM Require Increased Airspace Awareness

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At DRONELIFE, we are proud of our partnership with DRONERESPONDERS, an international public safety drone community.  Here, we are please to present this guest post by Charles Werner, Director of DRONERESPONDERS, on the need to equip first responders with counter drone technology, training, and authority. DRONELIFE neither accepts nor makes payments for guest posts. Empowering Local Responders […]

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