DJI, the global leader in consumer Drone Technology, is set to significantly expand its presence in Shenzhen with plans for a new global headquarters dedicated to intelligent aviation systems according to recent announcements from Shenzhen municipal authorities. The ambitious project…
Archer Aviation is positioning Abu Dhabi to become the world’s first city with a commercial electric vertical takeoff and landing (EVTOL) Air Taxi service, with operations scheduled to begin in 2025. The California-based company recently secured crucial agreements with eight…
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (NC A&T) has secured a leadership role in a significant new drone and advanced air mobility research initiative, backed by an initial $2 million investment from the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT)…
In a remarkable fusion of biology and aerospace engineering, researchers have achieved a significant breakthrough in Drone Technology by creating a bird-like drone that flies without a vertical tail, perfectly mimicking pigeon flight mechanics. This groundbreaking research, led by aerospace…
The Volanti drone, an advanced VTOL UAV from Australian manufacturer Carbonix, just cleared a major regulatory hurdle in the United States. The company secured a nationwide waiver for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations in uncontrolled airspace across America…
EHang Holdings Limited, the world’s leading Urban Air Mobility (UAM) technology platform company, has secured a strategic investment of over $22 million from two key investors. Key Investment Details Zhuhai Enpower Electric, a leading Chinese new energy vehicle power systems…
NASA‘s taking a big step toward greener skies with a massive $11.5 million investment in five cutting-edge aircraft design studies. The project, part of their Advanced Aircraft Concepts for Environmental Sustainability (AACES) 2050 initiative, aims to revolutionize commercial aviation by…
Major US cities are gearing up for the integration of air taxis and advanced Drone Technology into their urban landscapes, with Los Angeles leading the charge as it prepares to launch an Urban Air Mobility network by the 2026 FIFA…
A significant development in drone safety systems has emerged as ParaZero Technologies Ltd. secured a notable contract, pushing forward the evolution of Urban Air Mobility safety standards, according to Investing.com. Safety Systems for Next-Gen Aircraft The Israeli aerospace company landed…
China‘s tech powerhouse Shenzhen is making a bold move into the future of Urban Air Mobility, pledging $1.7 billion to develop infrastructure for low-altitude flight operations through 2026, according to a report from the South China Morning Post. Ambitious Infrastructure…
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has just released comprehensive regulations for training pilots to operate powered-lift aircraft, marking a historic moment in aviation history, according to an announcement by FAA Administrator Mike Whitaker. This landmark development sets the stage for…
In a significant development for the Drone Industry, a Chinese aviation company has rolled out the first prototype of a large tiltrotor drone capable of carrying a whopping two-ton payload. Wuhu News reports that Shenzhen-based United Aircraft completed assembly of…
Lilium, the ambitious German Air Taxi startup, is facing a critical juncture in its quest for financial stability. The company, known for its innovative electric vertical takeoff and landing (EVTOL) aircraft, has been in talks with the German government for…
Toyota Motor Corporation is doubling down on its investment in electric air taxis, announcing a $500 million investment in Joby Aviation. This move aims to support the certification and commercial production of Joby’s electric vertical takeoff and landing (EVTOL) aircraft.…
Game-Changing Partnership for Middle-Mile eVTOL Moya Aero, a Brazilian drone manufacturer, is making headlines with its plan to enter the middle-mile EVTOL drone market. The company has reportedly partnered with Aeromot to develop drones capable of tackling challenging terrains, like…
Turkey is making waves in the aviation industry with the debut of the Bayraktar KALKAN drone, a Vertical Take-Off and Landing (VTOL) UAV, showcased at the Ephesus Military Exercise. This event underscores Turkey‘s progress in developing advanced Drone Technology, marking…
In a groundbreaking move for American aviation, Lilium N.V., a leading innovator in electric flight, has secured a substantial order from UrbanLink for 20 cutting-edge Lilium Jets, marking a significant shift towards sustainable air travel in the U.S. A New…
Breaking New Ground in Autonomous Aerial Logistics MightyFly, a pioneering company in the autonomous cargo aircraft sector, has reached a significant milestone as the first large autonomous cargo EVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) company to secure an FAA flight…
In a groundbreaking move, Wingcopter, a German company specializing in unmanned electric vertical takeoff and landing (EVTOL) delivery drones, has applied and received acceptance for opening the type certification process of its Wingcopter 198 delivery drone in Japan. This reportedly…
EHang’s EH216-S Autonomous Aerial Vehicle Cleared for Mass Production Chinese drone maker EHang Holdings Limited has obtained the first production certificate in China for a passenger-carrying autonomous aerial vehicle, the EH216-S. This milestone marks a significant step forward for the…
China has given the go-ahead for increased activity by drones and other aerial vehicles, triggering enthusiasm for the vast potential offered by the technology seen as crucial for boosting the country’s rapidly growing “low-altitude economy”. The Civil Aviation Administration of…
A Leap Forward in Battery Technology In a significant advancement for battery care technology, Arctech Charge has proudly announced the completion of its Phase II Small Business Innovation Research (SBIR) contract with AFWERX Agility Prime. The Utah-based company has delivered…
In a significant leap towards the future of Urban Air Mobility (UAM), EHang Holdings Limited, a global leader in UAM technology, has unveiled the retail price for its pioneering EH216-S passenger-carrying unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) system. At an official suggested…
Drones: Revolutionizing Agriculture with Precision and Safety Gone are the days of traditional crop-dusting planes, as the future of agriculture embraces the technological prowess of drones. Guardian Agriculture, leading this revolution, recently launched commercial operations with its autonomous EVTOL (electric…
Wisk Aero, a pioneer in Advanced Air Mobility, accomplished a remarkable feat in aviation history as it publicly demonstrated the world’s first fully autonomous, electric vertical takeoff and landing (EVTOL) fixed-wing Air Taxi. This demonstration took place at EAA AirVenture,…
Welcome to your weekly UAS news update. We have five stories for you this week, and this is going to be a long one, so make sure that you’re nice and comfortable and that you have your favorite drink. The…
Welcome to the Weekly UAS News Update. We have three stories for you this week. The first one is two new cool drone techs that we found, an update on the agricultural spraying approval – that’s part 137 if you’re…
Dufour Aerospace, the Swiss-based eVTOL aircraft developer, has revealed the final design for its Aero 2 cargo drone. This unveiling came after the successful maiden flight of its third prototype, dubbed the X2.2, at the Dübendorf airfield near Zurich in…
Today, Archer Aviation, an Air Taxi manufacturer, announced the appointment of former Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) acting administrator Billy Nolen as their new Chief Safety Officer. This noteworthy addition to their team underlines the company’s commitment to safety as they…
Autonomous drone delivery provider DroneUp and Israeli startup Wonder Robotics, an expert in autonomous solutions for drones and eVTOLs, have successfully completed an initial operational evaluation on DroneUp‘s platform. This collaboration aims to enhance autonomy and safety, allowing DroneUp to…
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