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Joby Aviation flies past the Golden Gate Bridge to kick off its 2026 Electric Skies Tour. But while the flight was quiet, the real story is the difference between this prototype and the FAA-conforming aircraft. Dive into the certification data and what it means for a 2027 launch.
The DOT and FAA have selected 8 projects across 26 states for the eVTOL Integration Pilot Program (eIPP). Learn how autonomous cargo and air taxis from Archer, Joby, and Reliable Robotics will enter live commercial airspace by Summer 2026.
DJI Enterprise secures a landmark $250 million contract with State Grid Corporation of China. Discover how the Matrice 4T and Zenmuse L2 are moving drone power line inspections from experimental pilots to massive 24/7 autonomous operations.
Former USAF pilot Nolan Peterson warns that Iran’s drone campaign has permanently eliminated "safe zones" for military personnel. Explore the tactical and psychological shifts in warfare as Shahed drones target RAF Akrotiri and Baghdad.
Dubai International Airport (DXB) suspended flights on March 16, 2026, after an Iranian drone strike ignited a fuel tank. Explore the escalating drone warfare in the Gulf, the arrival of Ukrainian advisors, and the unsustainable economics of high-cost air defense.
China's 38th Research Institute integrates AI into air defense radars to counter drone swarms. As the US-Iran conflict exposes traditional radar limits, Beijing moves to bridge the detection gap shown by the recent F-15E friendly fire incident.
I’ve watched DJI enter new product categories for years. The strategy is always the same: price below market expectations and let volume absorb the margin. The leaked pricing for the DJI Avata 360, set to officially launch on March 26, is that playbook taken to an extreme. A drone-only price of €459 (roughly $496 at…
Ukraine transitions from defense to security exporter as drone warfare experts deploy to Saudi Arabia, Qatar, and the UAE. Learn how the $2,500 Sting interceptor is reshaping Middle East air defense and why the Atlantic Council now labels Ukraine a drone superpower.
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