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Skydio has rolled out a comprehensive update to its X10 drone system, significantly boosting its capabilities for industrial and public safety applications. These new features, detailed in a release notes video and on the company’s website, represent a major leap forward in drone technology and functionality. New V100 L Sensor Package Expands Imaging Capabilities The…
Central New York has quietly transformed into a hotbed for drone technology, cementing its position as a key player in the unmanned aerial systems (UAS) industry. The region’s unique blend of infrastructure, programs, and partnerships is driving groundbreaking advancements in drone innovation, according to Empire State Development. The 50-Mile Drone Corridor: A Game-Changer At the…
Unifly, a leading player in drone traffic management, is marking five years since it kicked off a game-changing project to revolutionize drone ops at one of Europe’s busiest ports. Let’s dive into how this tech is shaking things up in Belgium. SAFIR Project: Putting Drones to Work The Safe and Flexible Integration of Initial U-space…
Matternet, a leading urban drone delivery platform developer, has achieved a significant milestone in expanding its operations across Europe. The company announced that it had been granted the first Light UAS Operator Certificate (LUC) by the Swiss Federal Office of Civil Aviation (FOCA) for higher-risk “SAIL III” operations. Game-Changing Certification Details This certification is a…
Good day, folks! Shawn here from Air Photography. Today, we’re conducting a range test with the DJI Neo, addressing a common question from my channel viewers about its range capabilities. Range Specifications The DJI Neo offers a range of 10 km using the O4 transmission system when paired with a controller like the DJI RC-N3…
The FAA signed a Letter of Acceptance (LOA) for the use of Vantis as a safety mitigation for beyond-visual line-of-sight (BVLOS) drone operations.
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has taken a significant step towards enhancing drone operations by adopting initial rules for wireless communications to control uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) safely. These new regulations, focusing on a portion of the 5 GHz spectrum band, aim to support the rapidly growing drone industry, according to Radio World. Spectrum Allocation…
BNSF Railway Company has hired Akin Gump Strauss Hauer & Feld to lobby on issues related to “U.S. drone security solution,” signaling an expansion of its already robust drone program. This move comes as the rail giant continues to leverage unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for infrastructure inspection and incident response. Beyond Visual Line of Sight…
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