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Accelerator Programs Advance Commercial Drone Startups
Commercial UAV News | 03/11/2024
Business accelerator programs are available to aid budding commercial drone companies. Offering business training, mentorship, networking opportunities, and much-needed funding, these programs are critical to the future of our industry.
The World’s Fastest Camera Drone
dronelife | 03/06/2024
Red Bull and the Dutch Drone Gods UAV racing team have revolutionized the way we view Formula 1, capturing Max Verstappen's full-speed lap around the Silverstone Circuit with an advanced FPV drone. Capable of reaching speeds from 60 to 180 mph in less than 2 seconds was achieved through innovative design, a custom chassis and the use of cutting-edge motors and stabilizers.
Drone Swarms for Farming Approved by FAA
IoT World Today | 03/06/2024
Approval to deploy up to three drones weighing more than 55 pounds simultaneously with a single pilot and without visual observers, which also allows for nighttime operations.
Applications for the Inaugural Oregon UAS Accelerator Cohort are Open
sUAS News | 03/02/2024
The Oregon UAS Accelerator is thrilled to announce the opening of applications for its inaugural cohort, commencing June 3rd and concluding on September 10th with the Pendleton Investor Roundup. Participants can extend their stay at the Pendleton UAS Test Range until the end of 2024 to continue testing their innovation.
The Impact of the Drone Industry on Flight Schools
Commercial UAV News | 02/28/2024
At the beginning it was a trickle of enthusiasts curious about this new uncrewed industry but as the years passed, we have seen an evolution in which the number of Part 107 pilots now exceeds holders of traditional commercial and ATP (Airline Transport Pilot) combined.
New Research Could Improve Prospects for Hydrogen Powered Drones
dronelife | 02/08/2024
Hydrogen powered drones offer many significant benefits for the industry, including longer flight times and zero emissions. Hydrogen drones solve some of the challenges that batteries present, but hydrogen fuel cells have some challenges of their own: such as durability, performance degradation over time, and limited operating temperatures.
Drone Adoption in Law Enforcement Continues to Rise
Commercial UAS News | 02/08/2024
News reports from across the US and around the world point to an increase in the use of drones and related systems in public safety and law enforcement. In large cities and small towns alike, uncrewed systems are being put to work in countless ways that make citizens safer and supply more and better tools for law enforcement officials.
P3 Tech Consulting Announces 3rd Annual Law-Tech Connect™ at XPONENTIAL 2024
dronelife | 01/25/2024
Colorado-based P3 Tech Consulting LLC is set to host the 3rd Annual Law-Tech Connect™ in collaboration with the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) at the AUVSI XPO24 event. The co-located one-day immersive educational event will take place on Monday, April 22, at the San Diego Convention Center.
Native American tribes are making a big economic impact in Tulsa
American City and Country | 01/22/2024
Native American tribes in Oklahoma have poured more than $15.6 billion into the state, while generating billions more from companies that support the tribes' business operations, according to the most recent Oklahoma Native Impact report (fiscal year 2019). The report illustrates how Oklahoma's 38 federally recognized tribes have made an unprecedented impact on the Sooner State's economy through a diverse portfolio of businesses including gaming and hospitality, manufacturing, real estate, retail and professional services, UAS/AAM, among others.
Expanding Horizons: Choctaw Nation’s BEYOND Program Receives Expanded BVLOS Authorization
dronelife | 01/18/2024
The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma BEYOND program recently announced that it had received an expanded beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) use authorization from the FAA, expanding the original waiver to include an approximately 43-mile long area encompassing CNO medical clinics, the Emerging Aviation Technology Center test site, and various other facilities. This waiver is the largest of its kind in the United States, covering a total area of over 377 sq. miles, and was originally approved in January of last year.
Funding Application is Open for SMART Grant Program
Pillsbury Law | 09/26/2023
The SMART Grant Program
The Bipartisan Infrastructure Law (BIL) established the Strengthening Mobility and Revolutionizing Transportation (SMART) Grants Program, a competitive funding program for demonstration projects that improve transportation efficiency and safety.
Seven Reasons Why Drone Pilots Fail in Business
sUAS News | 09/14/2023
The world of commercial drone operations is an exhilarating one, filled with opportunities to capture stunning aerial imagery, conduct inspections, and provide valuable services to various industries. However, despite the exciting potential, many drone pilots struggle to thrive in this business.
In this article, we will explore the seven common reasons why drone pilots fail in business and provide practical strategies to help them overcome these challenges. Whether you're a seasoned drone operator or just starting, these insights can guide you towards a prosperous future in the drone industry.
Leaders discuss U.S. global competitiveness in AAM
Vertical | 07/18/2023
Ensuring global competitiveness and leadership in the race to bring eVTOL aircraft to the skies was one of the key themes addressed at Honeywell's Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Summit on July 18.
Industry Trends Observed at 2023 XPONENTIAL Show
inside unmanned systems | 05/17/2023
AUVSI wrapped its 2023 XPONENTIAL convention in Denver last week, bringing together thousands of attendees and hundreds of companies to discuss a path toward autonomy.
Galaxy Unmanned Systems LLC Occupies New HQ
sUAS News | 05/08/2023
With their business rapidly expanding and their staff increasing, GUS principals realized they needed a larger, more modern facility to accommodate their growth.
North Dakota: The Silicon Valley of Drone Innovation
Aviation Today | 05/08/2023
In a conversation with Avionics International, Josh Teigen, the Department of Commerce Commissioner for North Dakota, and Frank Matus, Director of Digital Aviation Solutions for Thales Group, talked about how the state is enabling innovations in drone technology.
OSU’s Dr. Jacob speaks at US Capitol about investment in drone research
Oklahoma State University | 03/29/2023
Oklahoma State University's Dr. Jamey Jacob testified at the Capitol before the United States House Committee on Science, Space and Technology on March 23 in Washington, D.C., highlighting the need for continued investment in drone research for the benefit of national defense, technology development and the public good.
Here’s What USAF’s Science Board Is Studying Now
Air & Space Forces | 03/03/2023
The Air Force Scientific Advisory Board aims to complete four studies in 2023, with two focused on a couple of Secretary Frank Kendall's operational imperatives.
Unmanned Systems Enable Shift Toward a Green Economy
inside unmanned systems | 01/30/2023
From scientific research, firefighting and rainmaking to energy-saving airborne deliveries, more sustainable agriculture and renewable energy, unmanned systems are enabling the shift to a green economy.
Choctaw Nation Beyond Program obtains FAA approval for Beyond Visual Line of Sight operations with uAvionix Installation
sUAS News | 01/25/2023
uAvionix today announced that the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma (CNO) Beyond Program received approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations using uAvionix SkyLine™ Managed C2 and Detect & Avoid sensors on the Emerging Aviation Technology Center UAS Test Range. This marks the second BVLOS waiver by the FAA for the combination of uAvionix SkyLine software and SkyLink™ hardware in as many months and allows drone pilots operating at the CNO range to leverage only an Electronic Observer while meeting requirements to remain well-clear of crewed aircraft while the uncrewed aircraft is beyond the pilot's visual range of sight.
Drone Boats: Inside the U.S. Navy’s Latest Unmanned AI Tech
Wall Sreet Journal | 01/16/2023
These drone boats are the latest unmanned technology being tested by the U.S. Navy. WSJ's Shelby Holliday traveled to Bahrain to get a rare look at how the U.S. is pairing unmanned surface vessels with artificial intelligence to see "from seabed to space." Illustration: Adele Morgan
DRONELIFE Enters Our 10th Year! Our Top 3 Predictions for the Drone Industry in 2023
dronelife | 01/02/2023
It may be hard for newer entrants to the sector to realize that just 10 years ago, the commercial use of drones was actually illegal in the United States, according to a Section 333. From 2014 – 2016, companies who wished to operate drones commercially had to receive a Section 333 exemption from the FAA. It wasn't until the introduction of Part 107 in 2016 that there was a clear and standardized legal path for commercial drone use.
DronePort Network joins Tulsa’s drone and AAM development plan
DroneDJ | 12/22/2022
Aerial strategy and infrastructure specialist DronePort Network has formed a partnership with Osage LLC to develop and manage the large, multi-purpose Skyway 36 aviation facility, whose use by fixed-wing planes, drones, and next-generation passenger craft will be the cornerstone of the Tulsa Regional Advanced Mobility project (TRAM).
AFWERX: How the Air Force and DoD are Supporting Innovation in the Drone Industry – and Vice Versa
dronelife | 10/30/2022
The AUVSI NE UAS and AAM Summit, held at the Northeastern University Innovation Campus, took place last week with an impressive lineup. Among the speakers offering a rare opportunity for an open discussion was Lt. Col. Thomas F. Meagher, Division Chief, AFWERX Prime, Department of the Air Force. AFWERX is one of the military agencies most actively supporting and investing in new unmanned technology companies, helping startups reach commercial viability and scale through investment, testing, and other services.