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Drones After Dark: A Raw Conversation with Kyle Nordfors
Buckle up for a no-holds-barred dive into the wild world of drones with hosts Bobby Ouyang (SkyeBrowse) and Luis Figueiredo, joined by search-and-rescue ace Kyle Nordfors (Weber County SAR), in the latest episode of their fifth season. This trio doesn’t…
Gainesville Police Deploy Paladin Drone Response System
Paladin Drones has completed a three-day training and deployment program with the Gainesville Police Department, establishing new automated drone capabilities for public safety operations. The implementation, led by UAV specialist Gregory Green, focused on system installation, testing, and hands-on flight…
How Drones Are Revolutionizing Chick-fil-A’s Operations
Atlanta-based Chick-fil-A has introduced drone technology as part of its comprehensive approach to analyzing and improving drive-through operations. The company dispatches specialist teams to study traffic patterns and operations across its more than 3,000 restaurants, using drones to capture aerial…
North Carolina Eliminates State Drone Permit Requirement, Streamlining Operations for Commercial Operators
North Carolina is set to eliminate its state-level unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) operator knowledge test and permit requirements, marking a significant shift in drone regulation that aims to reduce bureaucratic overhead while maintaining safety standards. The change, taking effect December…
North Carolina secures grant for Drone-in-a-Box technology to enhance disaster response effort
Following Hurricane Helene earlier this year and Florence in 2018, North Carolina has secured a grant to launch its latest drone program aimed at taking its disaster response efforts to the next level. The program, operated by the North Carolina…
NC A&T to Lead $2M Advanced Air Mobility Research Initiative with State Transportation Department
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (NC A&T) has secured a leadership role in a significant new drone and advanced air mobility research initiative, backed by an initial $2 million investment from the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT)…
Farmers Turn Agricultural Drones into Lifelines in Hurricane Helene Aftermath
In an extraordinary display of community spirit and technological ingenuity, farmers in western North Carolina have emerged as unexpected heroes in the wake of Hurricane Helene’s destructive path. As reported by AgWeb, these quick-thinking agriculturists swiftly repurposed their high-tech farming…
Flytrex: Leading the Charge in Drone Delivery
Flytrex, a pioneer in drone delivery services, has reached a significant milestone by completing 100,000 on-demand deliveries in North Carolina and Texas. This achievement reportedly marks the highest number of airborne food deliveries in the United States, showcasing the growing…
Drones Race Against Time to Save Lives in Cardiac Emergencies
In a groundbreaking initiative, drones are set to become first responders in cardiac emergencies, potentially saving lives by delivering automated external defibrillators (AEDs) faster than traditional emergency services. This innovative approach is being tested in several locations across the United…
Zipline Showcases Innovative Drone Traffic Management System
Zipline, a leading drone delivery company, has unveiled its approach to managing autonomous drone traffic in crowded airspace. In a recent video shared on X (formerly Twitter), the company demonstrates how it utilizes Unmanned Aircraft System Traffic Management (UTM) to…
North Carolina High Schools Launch Innovative Drone Career Pathway
According to a recent report from the Winston-Salem Journal, fourteen high schools in North Carolina’s Triad and northwest regions are set to participate in a groundbreaking drone career pathway initiative. This program, slated to begin in the 2024-25 school year,…
North Carolina Takes Flight: State Repeals Drone Operator Permit Requirement
North Carolina has made a significant move to boost its drone industry by passing House Bill 198, which eliminates the state’s uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) operator knowledge test and permit requirement. This legislative change, set to take effect on December…