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2025 9th World Congress of Drones Officially Started in Shenzhen, Unveiling Low-Altitude Economy Innovation
The 9th World Congress of Drones 2025 officially commenced on Friday in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, setting the international pace
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Slovak Startup InoBat Unveils E10 Battery for Military Drones Amid European Defense Surge
Slovak battery manufacturer InoBat announced the launch of its E10 cell, a high-performance battery designed specifically for military drones and unmanned aerial systems. This move comes as European nations ramp up defense spending in response to geopolitical pressures, creating a growing demand for advanced drone technology. Reuters reported on the development, highlighting InoBat’s strategic piv
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Vertical Aerospace Announces Long-Range Hybrid VX4 Air-Taxi Program
On May 12, 2025, Vertical Aerospace announced it is developing a hybrid-electric variant of its VX4 air-taxi, aiming to dramatically expand range and payload capabilities for defense, logistics, and broader commercial markets. This marks a significant step for the electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) sector, as reported by Reuters and official company statements. Hybrid…
Turkey
Turkish Military Inducts BAHA Drone, Boosting ISR Capabilities
The Turkish military has inducted the BAHA drone into its inventory, enhancing its intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR) capabilities. Developed by Havelsan, this vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) platform has already seen export success in Africa, Central Asia, and the Middle East, as reported by The Defense Post. Its induction strengthens Turkey’s defense posture with…
Aerovironment
Red Cat Appoints Shawn Webb as FlightWave President to Drive Military Drone Innovation
Red Cat Holdings, Inc. has named Shawn Webb as the new President of its subsidiary, FlightWave Aerospace Systems. This strategic...
VTOL
3D-Printed Stallion Drone Offers DIY Fixed-Wing Flight with Optional VTOL Capability
A refreshed version of the fully 3D-printable Stallion fixed-wing drone has been unveiled, featuring twin motors, V-tail configuration and optional VTOL
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New VTOL Drone JUMP 20-X Boasts 115-Mile Maritime Range
AeroVironment introduced its next-generation JUMP 20-X vertical takeoff and landing or VTOL drone, designed for maritime operations, the
Autel Robotics
Flock Safety Taps Drone Expert McBride to Lead DFR Innovation
Flock Safety has reinforced its public safety drone initiative by bringing aboard Jon McBride, former co-founder of commercial drone company RMUS and a notable figure in drone technology development. The announcement, shared by Brett Kanda on February 7, 2025, comes as the company expands its Drone as First Responder (DFR) program following a groundbreaking FAA…
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