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The North Dakota Senate has voted to remove a $15 million drone replacement program from House Bill 1038 while preserving $11 million for expanding the state’s beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone network, according to KFYR reports and legislative records, reports KFYRTV. Senator Kyle Davison (R-Fargo) led the successful motion to strip the Chinese…
The DJI ban at the federal level was delayed by not including the Countering CCP Drones Act in the 2025 National Defense Authorization Act...
North Dakota lawmakers are pushing forward with ambitious legislation to replace nearly 90% of state-owned drones manufactured in China, addressing mounting national security concerns about critical infrastructure surveillance. The proposed bill, introduced by Republican Representative Mike Nathe, would allocate $15 million to swap out potentially compromised unmanned aircraft systems and provide
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.
Altru Health System and iSight Drone Services have signed a research agreement to explore the use of drones for medical deliveries between Altru’s facilities. The partnership, reportedly announced on April 8, aims to leverage drone technology for transporting medical equipment and supplies across Altru’s network of clinics. Funding and Regulatory Challenges While the potential for…
Dayton Air Show Celebrates 50 Years with a Historic First The upcoming Dayton Air Show, set to mark its 50th anniversary, will feature the MQ-9 Reaper drone for the first time ever. Alongside this military marvel, attendees can expect an array of ground displays and aerial performances, promising an unforgettable experience. MQ-9 Reaper: The Star…
The Grand Forks Fire Department expands its drone program with the help of the Northern Plains UAS Test Site. Chief Gary Lorenz aims to
In a collaborative search operation that included drones, the Fargo Police Department, with assistance from the North Dakota Highway Patrol
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