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Zipline Drones Poised for Takeoff in US Cities
Delivery Drones Set to Revolutionize Urban Logistics In a recent interview with IEEE Spectrum’s Stephen Cass, Zipline co-founder and CTO Keenan Wyrobek shared exciting updates on the company’s expanding drone delivery operations. Zipline, known for its successful medical supply deliveries…
Kansas Lawmakers Target Foreign Adversaries in Security Bills
The Kansas House of Representatives has taken steps to address potential national security threats from countries deemed “of concern,” including China, Cuba, Iran, North Korea, Russia, and Venezuela. Three bills were given initial approval, targeting foreign-made drones, investments, and property…
The Truth Uncovered: AUVSI’s Real Stance on DJI Drone Ban
The DJI Drone Ban Controversy at Hand In the realm of drone advocacy and legislation, the Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) stands as a towering influence, guiding the trajectory of drone policy in the United States. However, recent…
Drone Drama at AFC Championship Leads to Probation and Fine for Pennsylvania Man
A High-Flying Hassle In a drone incident that briefly halted the AFC championship game, a Pennsylvania man’s drone flight over M&T Bank Stadium has culminated in a probation sentence and a fine. Matthew Hebert, the drone operator, found himself in…
Kansas Legislature Eyes Ban on Foreign-Made Drones to Boost National Security
A Push for Security or a Financial Burden? Kansas Debates Banning Foreign Drones In a move that’s stirring both support and concern among Kansas lawmakers and law enforcement agencies, Republicans in the Kansas legislature are spearheading a bill aimed at…
Swarm Aero Selects Northwest Arkansas for Advanced Manufacturing of Drones
Drone Developer Swarm Aero Finds New Home in Arkansas Swarm Aero, a leading developer of large uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) swarms, has selected Northwest Arkansas as the site for its advanced, high-volume manufacturing of drones. The company’s decision comes after…
Drone News: 2023 Year in Review, New Drones, Drones for Good, Don’t Be That Guy, and Regulations
Welcome to your Weekly UAS News Update, the New Year’s Edition. Let’s take a look at everything that happened this year, including drones for good, the “Don’t Be That Guy” compilation, drone regulation, Pilot Institute updates, and new drones. New…
Zipline’s Historic BVLOS Drone Delivery Flight: A Leap Forward in U.S. Aviation
A Milestone in Drone Delivery Zipline, a leading name in drone delivery services, achieved a significant milestone in U.S. aviation history. On a crisp afternoon in Salt Lake City, Utah, on November 17, 2023, Zipline conducted its first Beyond Visual…
Drone News: Mini 4 Pro Release, Country of Origin Ban, Zipline BVLOS, and New PI Partnership!
Welcome to the Weekly UAS News Update. This week, we have four stories for you. First, DJI has released the Mini 4 Pro. We also discuss a potential “country of origin” ban for the DOT, Zipline receiving FAA approval for…
Zipline’s Drones: A New Dawn for Drone Delivery
Have you ever imagined a world where drones seamlessly soar above, delivering essential items right to your doorstep? With the FAA’s recent nod to Zipline International, Inc., this is closer than you think! Taking to the Skies Beyond Sight In…
Chinese DJI Drones in Spotlight Amid Maryland’s Enforcement
In an interesting twist, Maryland law enforcement uses drones produced by Chinese drone maker DJI, which is not just on a U.S. investment blacklist but has also been barred in four states. As frequent readers of DroneXL will undoubtedly know,…
Senator Boozman Pushes for Drone-Assisted Bridge Inspections
US Senator John Boozman, a Republican, has teamed up with Democratic Senators Jacky Rosen and Richard Blumenthal to sponsor a bill to increase drone usage. The legislation, known as the Drone Infrastructure Inspection Grant Act, proposes the provision of $100…