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Over 370 Local Authorities Integrate Drone Byelaws and Policies into Drone Scene Platform
Grey Arrows Drone Club Spearheads Comprehensive Data Mapping Project In a significant development for recreational drone enthusiasts, Grey Arrows Drone Club has announced the integration of over 370 Local Authority Byelaws and Policies governing the recreational use of drones into…
Helicopter’s Close Call with Drone in Londonderry Raises Safety Concerns
A private helicopter reportedly experienced a “near miss” with a drone near the Foyle Bridge in Londonderry, Northern Ireland, on Sunday. The incident has raised concerns about the illegal and dangerous operation of drones in restricted airspace, prompting police to…
Wing’s 2023: A Milestone Year for Scaling Drone Operations
Unprecedented Growth and Innovation in Drone Delivery 2023 has marked a pivotal year for Wing, characterized by significant advancements and partnerships in the drone delivery industry. The company has not only developed innovative technology systems like modular, portable nests and…
Medical Deliveries in Europe: Wing and Apian Soar to Healthcare Heights!
Alphabet’s Wing, known for its innovative drone delivery system, is taking to the skies of Europe to bring crucial medical supplies straight to hospitals and patients. Teaming up with Apian, a UK-based drone start-up specializing in medical deliveries, the partnership…
From Hobby to Courtroom: Dublin Man’s DJI Drone Misstep
In Ireland, a man charged with the illegal operation of a DJI drone in Dublin Airport’s critical area now faces the prospect of a jury trial, according to court proceedings. Ainis Guzauskus, a 41-year-old father of two, had his original…
DJI Phantom drone used to measure cellphone coverage in Ireland
A DJI Phantom drone was used to measure the cellphone coverage of Lordship and Templetown in Ireland. The aerial survey was performed by Get Connected, which was contacted by local Fine Gael councilor John Reilly. “The drone has collected data…
Wing expands drone deliveries to drone-friendly Dublin, Ireland
As the European Union is becoming more drone-friendly, Wing, a subsidiary of Google, will begin drone deliveries in Dublin, Ireland, with plans to bring this service to more European communities. In Ireland, the Wing drone delivery business will go up…
Singing drone fails to lure orca back to sea
An attempt to use a singing drone to lure a lost orca in the River Seine in Paris, France, back out to sea failed last weekend. The rescue crew used a drone that broadcast a whale song to no avail.…
Bobby Healy from Manna Drone Delivery: “We get almost no complaints”
Every day, the drones of Manna Drone Delivery deliver meals and groceries to customers in two suburbs of the Irish capital, Dublin. After a successful start in Ireland, Manna is working on expanding to six other European countries, starting in…
Drone delivery Manna Aero first Irish operator with LUC certificate
Irish drone delivery company Manna Aero is the first operator in Ireland to receive the light UAS operator certificate (LUC) from the Irish Aviation Authority (IAA). This opens the door to start delivering meals, packages, or medical goods using drones…
Startup Manna raises funds for drone deliveries in the US
Irish startup Manna raises funds for drone deliveries in the US and UK, after successfully delivering groceries, takeaways, and medications to thousands of people in Ireland.
We had someone order a head of broccoli to be delivered by drone
“We had someone order a head of broccoli. Who orders a head of broccoli for drone delivery?” Well, apparently people do and Manna Aero in Ireland was happy to make the delivery happen.