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NASA Tests New Portable Drone Management System for Wildfire Response
NASA has completed testing of a new drone airspace management system designed to enhance wildfire response operations. The Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response Operations (ACERO) project, in collaboration with AirSpace Integration (ASI), evaluated the Portable Airspace Management System (PAMS) at…
Near Earth Autonomy develops aircraft inspection by drone
A small business out of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania has developed a time-saving drone-based solution for conducting pre-flight inspections of commercial airliners with the help of NASA and The Boeing Company. Aircraft inspection drones Before each flight, airliners are required to undergo…
NASA’s UTM Research Paves Way for Commercial BVLOS Drone Operations
NASA’s pioneering work in Unmanned Aircraft System Traffic Management (UTM) has played a crucial role in enabling the FAA’s recent authorization of commercial Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone operations in shared airspace. The milestone development, announced in July,…
Defense Giant Highlights Complex Path to Safe Drone Delivery Integration
Major questions about airspace safety and integration challenges need to be addressed before drone delivery services can fully take off, according to insights from Northrop Grumman and other key industry players in a recent comprehensive report. Complex Integration Challenges Northrop…
NASA Invests $11.5M in Revolutionary Aircraft Studies for Sustainable Aviation Future
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…
US Cities Race to Launch Air Taxi Networks Before 2026 World Cup
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…
NASA Showcases Alta-X Drone at Miramar Air Show, Drawing 20,000 Visitors
The NASA tent at the Miramar Air Show in San Diego became a hub of aerospace innovation last weekend, featuring the cutting-edge Alta-X drone among its exhibits. The event, which ran from September 27-29, 2024, attracted approximately 20,000 visitors eager…
Protecting American Agriculture: The Crucial Role of Chinese Drones and Why We Must Act Now
In a compelling video produced by the U.PASS Foundation, the critical importance of agricultural drones in modern farming is brought to the forefront. This presentation, accompanied by a detailed transcript below, highlights the numerous benefits of drone technology in agriculture…
ACSL Unveils New Thermal Camera for SOTEN Drone and Expands Advisory Board
ACSL, the leading Japanese drone maker, has announced a new thermal camera option for its SOTEN drone and the appointment of three advisory board members. The company aims to expand its presence in the US market, offering more choices and…
BRINC and Echodyne Partner to Enable Automated BVLOS Drone Operations for First Responders
BRINC, a pioneer in drone technology for first responders, has announced a strategic partnership with Echodyne, a leader in ground-based radar systems. This collaboration, revealed on August 15, 2024, aims to integrate Echodyne’s advanced MESA® radar technology into BRINC’s purpose-built…
Zipline Showcases Innovative Drone Traffic Management System
Zipline, a leading drone delivery company, has unveiled its approach to managing autonomous drone traffic in crowded airspace. In a recent video shared on X (formerly Twitter), the company demonstrates how it utilizes Unmanned Aircraft System Traffic Management (UTM) to…
Freefly’s Astro Prime Drone: A Game-Changer in Aerial Technology
Freefly Systems, based in Woodinville, Washington, has introduced the Astro Prime drone, aiming to revolutionize the drone industry with its innovative design and advanced features. As detailed in a recent video, the Astro is packed with cutting-edge technology and designed…