FAA
FAA Expands Drone Integration with New Service Supplier Applications
FAA opens applications for new drone service suppliers under the LAANC program on May 1, 2024, expanding drone integration in U.S. airspace.
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Drones Take to the Sky to Enhance Internet Access in Tuolumne County
Residents of Columbia and Jamestown can expect to see drones buzzing overhead to enhance internet access across Tuolumne County, California.
United Kingdom
Over 370 Local Authorities Integrate Drone Byelaws and Policies into Drone Scene Platform
Grey Arrows Drone Club announced the integration of over 370 Local Authority Byelaws and Policies governing the recreational use of drones...
First Responders
Uniform Sierra Aerospace Launches NDAA-Compliant Arrowhead ’24 Drone
Uniform Sierra Aerospace has unveiled its latest unmanned aircraft system, the Arrowhead '24 drone. This new model boasts several
Brinc
BRINC and Skyfire Join Forces to Enhance Public Safety Drone Programs
BRINC has teamed up with Skyfire Consulting, a prominent advisor on drone solutions for security and public safety. The partnership seeks to
FAA
Should Flying Drones Near Sports Stadiums Be Illegal?
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) imposes strict flight restrictions around sports stadiums, banning all flights below 3,000 feet within 3.5 miles of certain sports games. This rule, made permanent by Congress, has been expanded to include drones and model planes. Many hobbyists have inadvertently violated this rule, sometimes facing serious federal charges. The Drone Advisory…
Ukraine
Russian Schools to Train Students in Drone Piloting and Manufacturing
As Russia’s war in Ukraine continues, the Kremlin has announced a new program that will further militarize schools and universities, preparing the next generation for combat, reports El Pais. Starting in the upcoming school year, Russian students will learn how to manufacture and operate the lethal drones currently targeting Ukraine. Ministry of Education to Purchase…
Australia
Innovative Medical Drone Project Secures $2M in Funding
A groundbreaking medical drone project at the University of Sydney has been awarded $2.3 million in funding. The Wildu Aero Project, supported by a strategic partnership between the university and ASAC Consultancy, aims to develop a sustainable, hydrogen-fueled vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) capable of transporting medical cargo over long distances.…
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