Drone policy, incidents, and industry news across the United States — from statehouses to the national airspace.
In a swift and successful rescue operation, a drone played a crucial role in locating a missing 93-year-old woman with Alzheimer’s disease in Sumner County, Tennessee. The incident, reported by WSMV, showcases the effectiveness of drone technology in emergency response situations. Rapid Drone Deployment Saves the Day The Sumner County Emergency Management Agency (EMA) responded…
Tuscaloosa, Alabama, is considering a groundbreaking proposal to incorporate drones into its first responder operations. Mayor Walt Maddox has presented a plan to the city council that would establish a dedicated drone team to enhance public safety efforts, according to WBRC. Rapid Response Capability The proposed drone system would be under the command of the…
The University of Memphis has secured a substantial $30.38 million in funding from the U.S. Navy to develop a state-of-the-art facility for testing drones in adverse weather conditions. This project, announced by the university, aims to revolutionize drone capabilities in challenging environments, according to the Memphis Flyer. A Unique Facility for Pushing Drone Boundaries The…
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Federal prosecutors have unveiled a sophisticated drone operation used to smuggle drugs and other contraband into Georgia state prisons. The scheme, which ran for five years starting in 2019, involved nearly two dozen people and highlights the growing challenge of drone-based contraband delivery in correctional facilities. According to a report from The New York Times,…
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…
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is on the cusp of issuing a groundbreaking rule that could dramatically increase the number of drones in U.S. skies. According to MIT Technology Review, the agency is expected to propose new regulations for flying drones beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) by September 16, 2024. A Shift in FAA’s…
Cyberhawk, a global leader in drone-based inspection services, has been granted a nationwide Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) waiver by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This landmark authorization allows Cyberhawk to operate drones beyond visual line of sight without a visual observer across the continental United States Game-Changing Capabilities The BVLOS waiver significantly expand
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