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Pyka and SNC Unveil Game-Changing Drone for U.S. Military Operations
In a significant advancement in drone technology, Pyka and Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) have introduced a new, autonomous, all-electric drone tailored for the U.S. Department of Defense. The Pelican Cargo, described as the size of a school bus, is set…
Pentagon and SpaceX Team Up to Disrupt Russian Use of Starlink in Ukraine Conflict
In a significant move, Pentagon officials, in collaboration with SpaceX, have successfully curtailed the Russian military’s unauthorized use of Starlink satellite terminals during the ongoing war in Ukraine, as reported by Bloomberg. This strategic action directly impacts Russia’s military operations,…
Drone Wars: How Russia and China Lead the Global Arms Race
In a world where warfare is rapidly evolving, drones have emerged as a game-changing technology. Recent data from the World Intellectual Property Office (WIPO) reveals a surge in drone-related patents, with Russia and China at the forefront of this new…
Grounded: The Debate Over Banning DJI Drones in the U.S.
U.S. Lawmakers Consider Banning DJI Drones Amid National Security Concerns In a move that could ground the fleet of DJI drones across the country, U.S. lawmakers are weighing an FCC ban on the China-based drone manufacturer. This potential ban comes…
Robinson Helicopter Acquires Drone Maker Ascent AeroSystems
In a bid to expand its offerings and tap into the growing demand for unmanned aerial vehicles, Robinson Helicopter, America’s largest non-military helicopter manufacturer, has acquired Ascent AeroSystems, a small drone maker based in Wilmington, Massachusetts. The acquisition, for an…
FAA Grants Waiver for Civil Drone Operations at Nevada Test Site
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted the Nevada Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Test Site (UASTS) a waiver allowing civil (non-public) drone operations at a 1,000 square mile test site area north of Reno, Nevada. This development marks a significant…
The Rise of U.S. Drones Amid Anti-China Sentiment
In the heart of Utah, a small drone factory is experiencing a resurgence amidst growing anti-China sentiment. Teal Drones, founded by George Matus in 2015, has shifted its focus from consumer drones to military and government contracts in order to…
Former Obama Official at the Center of Debate Over Support for Chinese Drone Maker DJI
Concerns about national security are raised by the former attorney general’s covert push It’s been revealed that Loretta Lynch, the former Attorney General of the United States during the Obama administration, secretly attempted to sway the Department of Defense. Her…
Pentagon Pitches $1B Dream for Drone Army, Keeps Cards Close
Pentagon’s “Replicator” Drone Fleet: A Billion-Dollar Gamble In an ambitious move to bolster its military capabilities, the Pentagon has laid out plans to inject $1 billion into a cutting-edge drone initiative dubbed “Replicator.” The strategy aims to mass-produce thousands of…
The Dawn of Pilotless Fighter Jets: U.S. Air Force Sets Sights on Future Warfare
Pentagon’s Plan for Affordable Unmanned Jet Fighters: AI Pilots The U.S. Air Force is on the brink of a groundbreaking shift in military aviation, embracing the development of pilotless jet fighters designed to fly mere feet above the ground or…
Swarm Aero Selects Northwest Arkansas for Advanced Manufacturing of Drones
Drone Developer Swarm Aero Finds New Home in Arkansas Swarm Aero, a leading developer of large uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) swarms, has selected Northwest Arkansas as the site for its advanced, high-volume manufacturing of drones. The company’s decision comes after…
A Sub-$500 GPS-Free Drone Built in Less Than 24 Hours!
Revolutionizing Drone Technology: The Sub-$500 GPS-Free Drone In a remarkable feat of innovation and ingenuity, a team of drone enthusiasts has successfully constructed a drone that challenges the traditional reliance on GPS satellite signals for navigation. This development, achieved during…