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Haye Kesteloo is the Editor in Chief and Founder of DroneXL.co, where he covers all drone-related news, DJI rumors and writes drone reviews, and of EVXL.co, for all electric vehicle news. Haye can be reached at haye @ dronexl.co or @hayekesteloo.

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Walmart’s Drone Delivery Takes Off in Dallas
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Walmart’s Drone Delivery Takes Off in Dallas

Walmart’s drone delivery service is expanding in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, aiming to make drone-based delivery a norm for thousands of households. By partnering with Wing and Zipline, the retail giant is setting the stage for a new era of convenience. Expanding Reach in Dallas-Fort Worth Walmart has announced that its drone delivery service now…

U.S. Marines to Get Autonomous Cargo Drone Demo This Summer
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U.S. Marines to Get Autonomous Cargo Drone Demo This Summer

The U.S. Marine Corps is set to witness a significant advancement in military resupply technology with the upcoming demonstration of an autonomous aircraft designed for logistical support. Defense contractor Leidos and autonomous aircraft developer Elroy Air have announced the approval to demonstrate their prototype for the U.S. Navy and Marine Small Tactical Unmanned Aircraft Systems…

Seed-Dropping Drones Combat Deforestation in Kosovo
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Seed-Dropping Drones Combat Deforestation in Kosovo

In a groundbreaking effort to counteract deforestation in Kosovo, drones are being used to plant seeds rapidly and efficiently. This initiative, spearheaded by the non-profit organization Sustainability Leadership Kosova (SLK) in collaboration with Croatian company Project 02, aims to restore forests lost to illegal logging and wildfires, reports Reuters. The project employs drones to drop…

Complete List: DJI Drones with Remote ID Capability
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Gaylord High School’s New Drone Certification Program Takes Flight

Gaylord High School is now offering a drone certification program, providing students with a unique opportunity to gain pilot certification through the FAA Part 107 exam. A New Opportunity for Students Gaylord High School in Otsego County, Michigan, has reportedly launched a groundbreaking drone certification program. For the first time, students are learning to pilot…

The RQ-4B Global Hawk, a high-altitude, long-endurance unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) developed by Northrop Grumman, is a potential candidate for deployment at Norway's newly established long-range drone base in Andøya. The accompanying illustration photo is courtesy of NorthropGrumman.com.
Ukraine

Norway Boosts Security at New Arctic Drone Base

The Norwegian government has increased funding for security at Andøya Air Base, set to become a key site for long-range drones. The move underscores the base’s growing importance in national and allied defense. Key Role in National Security The Andøya Air Base, situated about 186 miles north of the Arctic Circle, is slated to become…

Army Drone Branch Gains Traction in House Subcommittee
Ukraine

Army Drone Branch Gains Traction in House Subcommittee

Proposal for New Army Branch Advances A new proposal from the House Armed Services Committee’s Tactical and Land Forces Subcommittee suggests creating a dedicated Army drone branch. This move aims to professionalize drone operations and elevate their importance within the Army’s organizational structure. Elevating Drone Operations The U.S. Army, which currently has 22 branches covering…

Latvia to Supply Ukraine with Drones and Radar Defense Systems
Ukraine

Latvia to Supply Ukraine with Drones and Radar Defense Systems

Latvia has announced its intention to supply Ukraine with drones and radar defense systems manufactured domestically. This move strengthens the military-technical cooperation between the two countries, reflecting Latvia’s commitment to supporting Ukraine amid ongoing conflicts. Latvia’s Commitment to Drone Coalition Latvia has reportedly taken the lead in coordinating the drone coalition for Ukrai

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