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China

Drone delivery surge: China’s low-altitude economy aims to set the global standard, with U.S. policy lagging behind

China’s push into the “low-altitude economy” is accelerating from showcase to scale, with the inaugural International Advanced Air Mobility Expo in Shanghai highlighting cargo drones, hydrogen-powered platforms, and multi-seat eVTOLs as Beijing seeks to define global aerial logistics—an ambition that carries major commercial and military implications for the United States. Early expo reporting emp

Haye KestelooAug 26

Electra aero EL9 Air Travel Ultra-Short Flights Fly Drone Hybrid airplane

DJI

Electra’s EL9 Redefines Air Travel with Ultra-Short Flights

¡Hello, drone lovers! Get ready to have your props spun by a game-changer in aviation. Electra.aero, partnering with Surf Air Mobility Virginia Tech

Rafael SuárezAug 18

Ukraine

Destinus Acquires Swiss AI Firm Daedalean for $223 Million to Enhance Drone Autonomy

In a dramatic twist amid Ukraine’s drone battles, Destinus is acquiring Swiss AI whiz Daedalean for $223M, promising navigation that laughs off satellite sabotage. Destinus, a Netherlands-based drone startup supplying weapons to Ukraine, plans to acquire Zurich’s Daedalean for 180 million Swiss francs ($223 million) in cash and stock, aiming to strengthen its AI-driven navigation…

Haye KestelooAug 6

Anduril

L3Harris and Joby Aviation Team Up for Military-Grade eVTOL Development

L3Harris Technologies Inc. has joined forces with air taxi developer Joby Aviation to create a new military variant of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, with flight tests slated for later this year, reports Bloomberg. This partnership highlights a growing trend where commercial eVTOL innovators adapt their technology for defense purposes, potentially accelerating unmanned…

Haye KestelooAug 1

FAA's ICE NOTAM Gets Teeth: Change 13 Is the Enforcement Escalation Drone Pilots Should Fear - FAA Cracks Down on Drone Violations with $341,413 in Proposed Penalties - FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024: Key Changes for Drones and Advanced Air Mobility

United States

FAA’s MOSAIC Rule Finalized: Revolutionizing Light-Sport Aviation with No Weight Limits

Buckle up, pilots: The FAA just ditched outdated rules, opening skies to advanced light-sport aircraft – including potential eVTOL game-changers. U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy announced a new FAA rule at the EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, that eliminates outdated regulations hindering innovation and safety in recreational Light Sport aviation. This development expands the…

Haye KestelooJul 23

Amazon

Amazon Prime Air Drone Delivery Nears Reality in Italy with ENAC Partnership

In a significant step toward modernizing logistics, Amazon Prime Air and Italy’s Civil Aviation Authority (ENAC) met on June 19, 2025, to advance drone delivery operations in San Salvo, Italy. The coordination meeting, led by ENAC President Pierluigi Di Palma and Director General Alexander D’Orsogna, signals Italy’s push to integrate drone technology into its aviation…

Haye KestelooJun 23

DJI

Trump’s Executive Orders Boost Drone Innovation and Airspace Security in the U.S.

On June 6, 2025, President Donald J. Trump signed two pivotal Executive Orders aimed at advancing U.S. leadership in drone technology while strengthening airspace security. These directives, outlined in a White House fact sheet, address the growing role of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) in commercial and public safety applications, tackling both opportunities and challenges posed…

Haye KestelooJun 6

Skydio

Morgan Stanley: Tesla Could Revolutionize U.S. Drone Manufacturing

Morgan Stanley has proposed that Tesla could become a major force in drone manufacturing, potentially addressing a critical gap in the U.S. industry. While Tesla has not confirmed any plans to enter the sector, the investment bank reportedly believes the company’s expertise could transform the electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) market, especially amid growing…

Haye KestelooJun 4

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