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DroneUp Secures FAA Part 135 Certification, Opening New Era for Drone Delivery

DroneUp has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the sixth U.S. drone operator to receive Part 135 air carrier certification from the FAA.

Haye KestelooDec 6

DJI

Drone News: Big Drone Ban Update, DJI Flip Leak, DroneUp P135, SkyeBrowse Update, FBI Drones over NJ

Welcome to Weekly UAS News Update! We have five stories this week, including a crucial update on a drone ban requiring immediate action, DJI Flip leaks, DroneUp receiving their Part 135 certification, Skybrowse new interior mapping capabilities, and the FBI’s involvement with drone sightings over New Jersey. DJI Drone Ban Update: Urgent Action Required The…

Greg ReverdiauDec 6

DroneUp

Rural Michigan Tests Medical Drone Delivery Program

Traverse City, Michigan is set to become a testing ground for a pioneering drone delivery program focused on medical supplies and healthcare services. According to the Record-Eagle, this innovative project aims to revolutionize healthcare delivery in rural areas. Collaborative Effort The program is a collaborative effort involving several key organizations: Traverse Connect, Munson Healthcare, Dro

Haye KestelooOct 13

DroneUp

More DJI Leaks, DroneUp Layoffs, and a Failed Drone Smuggling Attempt

We have three stories for you: more DJI leaks, DroneUp layoffs, and a failed drone smuggling attempt in South Carolina. Let's get to it!

Greg ReverdiauAug 23

DroneUp

Mayday for DroneUp: Delivery Plans Lose Altitude

DroneUp, a once-promising drone delivery startup, is facing turbulent skies as it scales back operations and grapples with internal challenges. According to Axios, the company is ending drone deliveries in three states, including 18 drone delivery hubs. Update 8/18: DroneUP responded. See below. A source familiar with DroneUp’s operations, speaking to DroneXL on condition of…

Haye KestelooAug 16

Walmart

Walmart’s Drone Delivery Program Faces Unexpected Challenge from Gun Owners

According to a recent report by Fortune, Walmart’s ambitious drone delivery program has encountered an unforeseen obstacle: gun owners shooting down delivery drones. This development highlights the challenges retailers face as they expand their use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for last-mile delivery services. Florida Incident Sparks Concern In a recent incident in Florida, 72-year-old…

Haye KestelooJul 5

Walmart

Florida Man Arrested for Shooting Down Walmart Delivery Drone

A 72-year-old Florida man has been arrested for allegedly shooting a Walmart delivery drone out of the sky, causing thousands of dollars in damage. According to ClickOrlando.com, Dennis Winn faces multiple charges including criminal mischief and discharging a firearm in public. The Drone Delivery Incident The incident occurred in The Overlook at Lake Lousia neighborhood…

Haye KestelooJun 27

DroneUp

Carilion Clinic Advances Drone Delivery Testing to Phase Two

Carilion Clinic and DroneUp are pushing the boundaries of healthcare drone delivery in Roanoke, Virginia. The partners recently entered the second phase of testing after spending over a year evaluating the use of drones for prompt inter-campus transport of essential items, reports WFXR. Streamlining Healthcare Logistics The goal is to help frontline medical teams receive…

Haye KestelooJun 15

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