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Senior Army Leader Skeptical of Lawmakers’ Drone Corps Proposal
Members of the House Armed Services Committee are pushing for the Army to establish a dedicated Drone Corps to manage unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and counter-UAS programs. However, a senior Army leader has expressed concerns about this proposal. The Proposal…
Lawmakers Push DOD to Fast-Track AI Counter-Drone Tech
Lawmakers are urging the Department of Defense (DOD) to speed up the deployment of AI-driven counter-drone technologies. A new provision in the fiscal 2025 defense policy bill requires department leaders to outline their plans for advancing these capabilities, reports Defense…
Pentagon’s Costly Headache: Cheap Drones
The Rising Threat of Low-Cost Drones The Pentagon is grappling with a critical issue in the Red Sea and Gulf of Aden: intercepting low-cost, yet lethal drones. The challenge lies in the economic disparity between expensive military responses and the…
‘A Built-In Customer’: The Surging Role of Drones in Pittsburgh’s Defense Tech Boom
A Powerful Partnership with the Military In recent years, Pittsburgh has been quietly transforming into a hub for defense technology, thanks to significant financial injections from the Department of Defense. Through collaborations orchestrated by the Pittsburgh Technology Council, local startups…
Airbus Expands Drone Portfolio with Aerovel’s Flexrotor Acquisition
Airbus, a major player in aerospace, has completed its purchase of Aerovel, a U.S.-based company known for the Flexrotor unmanned aerial system (UAS). This acquisition marks a significant expansion in Airbus’ tactical unmanned solutions, spotlighting the growing role of drones…
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…