UTM
Revolutionizing Airspace Management: The Port of Antwerp-Bruges Drone Upgrade
In a significant leap towards integrating cutting-edge technology within its operations, the Port of Antwerp-Bruges, in collaboration with Unifly, a Terra Drone Corporation group company and a leader in Unmanned Aerial System Traffic Management (UTM) systems, has announced a substantial…
My DJI Mavic 3 Pro is destroyed!
So, you’ve probably found yourself wondering at some point what a DJI Mavic 3 Pro looks like when it’s completely caked in dirt, dust, and mud. Also, what does it look like when the camera just doesn’t want to stay…
Drone News: Amazon Loses Head of Ops, FAA UTM Field Test, Skyebrowse Pay-Per-Model, and New FRIA Map
Welcome to this week’s UAS News update. We have four stories for you: Amazon loses its Head of Safety and Flight Operations; the FAA and NASA conduct UTM field tests; SkyBrowse introduces a pay-per-model; and the FPV Freedom Coalition releases…
FAA and NASA’s UTM Field Test Showcases Future of Drone Operations
Innovative Testing for Beyond Visual Line of Sight Drone Operations The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), in collaboration with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and three Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Test Sites, has successfully conducted the Unmanned Aircraft System…
DJI Air 3 vs. DJI Mavic 3 Pro – You Can’t Go Wrong!
So, I’ve taken a lot of time over the past couple of months to fly both the DJI Mavic 3 Pro and the DJI Air 3 to try to figure out which one is better, considering everything—the camera, the airframe,…
FAA Gives UPS and uAvionix Green Light for BVLOS Drone Operations
In a recent Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) decision, UPS Flight Forward and uAvionix were granted permission to operate drones beyond the operator’s visual line of sight (BVLOS). Originally reported by the FAA, this news marks a significant advancement in drone…
Rivian’s Flaming Pursuit Captured in Stunning Drone Video
In the realm of drone videography, innovative feats continue to emerge. Recently, a particularly creative effort featured a DJI Inspire 3 drone capturing footage of a Rivian electric SUV pursued by an FPV drone with a flare attached. The man…
DJI Mini 3 Pro ONE YEAR Long Term Review – Still The Best Mini Drone in 2023?
Good day, folks. Shawn here, from Air Photography. It’s hard to believe that the DJI Mini 3 Pro has been out for one year. It was first announced by DJI in May of last year. They started shipping at the…
Transforming Sky Travel: FAA’s New Pilot Training Proposal
In a significant move towards the safe integration of advanced air mobility, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has put forward a comprehensive proposal for pilot training and certification for powered-lift aircraft. Acting Associate Administrator for Aviation Safety, David Boulter, asserts,…
NYC Drone Approval? Aloft Air Control API, Mysterious Drone Leaks
Welcome to the weekly UAS news update. We have three exciting stories for you this week. The first one is that New York City is proposing to approve drones to fly in the city. However, let’s not get too excited…
FPV Coalition Advocating for Recreational Drone Max Weight Increase from 250g to 1kg
The FPV Coalition seeks help from its members and the entire drone community to help advocate for increasing the weight restriction for recreational drone use from 250g to 1kg. Such a change would allow recreational users to fly larger and…
Heron AirBridge Joins Inmarsat’s Velaris Partner Network to Boost Drone Management in Urban Areas
Heron AirBridge has announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to join Inmarsat’s Velaris Partner Network (VPN) to develop regulatory and operational frameworks and technologies for safe drone management in urban environments and complex airspaces. The MoU was signed at Drone…