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Holy Stone Propels Ahead with FAA-Compliant Remote ID Module
Leading consumer electronics brand Holy Stone, celebrated for crafting affordable, beginner-friendly drones, has made its debut on the FAA UAS Declaration of Compliance database. The addition to the database marks the company’s successful development and FAA acceptance of its first…
Archer Aviation Soars: Ex-FAA Head Powers eVTOL Progress
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…
Kent Fire Rescues Hiker, DroneResponders Award, and DJI M350 Release
Welcome to this week’s webcast from the Unmanned Tactical Group and Pilot Institute’s Public Safety News Update. In this webcast, we’re going to discuss how Kent Fire was able to find a missing woman who had been lost for eight…
Percepto Skyrockets: FAA BVLOS Approval and $67M Boost
Percepto, an Israeli tech firm specializing in drone and robotic solutions for industrial site monitoring and inspection, has achieved a significant milestone. The company announced on Monday that it has procured a BVLOS waiver from the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration…
Transforming Sky Travel: FAA’s New Pilot Training Proposal
In a significant move towards the safe integration of advanced air mobility, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has put forward a comprehensive proposal for pilot training and certification for powered-lift aircraft. Acting Associate Administrator for Aviation Safety, David Boulter, asserts,…
Navigating Change: Trottenberg Ascends as Acting FAA Head
On Thursday, the US Department of Transportation announced that Deputy Secretary Polly Trottenberg will take on the role of acting head of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The decision is effective immediately, placing her in the seat vacated by Billy…
FAA Updates Drone Waivers to Boost Safety and Broaden Operations
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has introduced a series of drone waiver updates aimed at improving safety and expanding operations. These updates are a product of a collaborative effort between public safety stakeholders, various companies, and the FAA itself. Drone…
NYC Drone Approval? Aloft Air Control API, Mysterious Drone Leaks
Welcome to the weekly UAS news update. We have three exciting stories for you this week. The first one is that New York City is proposing to approve drones to fly in the city. However, let’s not get too excited…
Naval Group Charts Path for Armed Underwater Drones
In a progressive move towards achieving maritime mastery, France’s military has entrusted Naval Group with the task of conducting a study on the design of an armed unmanned underwater drone. The contract, bestowed on May 4 by the Armed Forces…
Long Beach to Fly High with $15,000 Skydio X2 Thermal Drone
Eyeing an upgrade to their search and rescue operations, the City of Long Beach, New Jersey, has applied for a grant to secure an unmanned aircraft system, specifically a $15,000 Skydio X2 Thermal drone. Triggered by the community’s concerns over…
Senators Ignite Crackdown on Chinese Drone Use by FAA
In an attempt to strengthen national security, two US senators, Marsha Blackburn (Republican) and Mark Warner (Democrat), have introduced a new proposal to prevent the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) from purchasing or utilizing drones made in China. This bipartisan proposition…
Skydio Soars with Groundbreaking BVLOS Approval in Japan
Skydio, the leading American drone manufacturer, has been given an unprecedented green light from the Japan Civil Aviation Bureau (JCAB) to conduct drone operations remotely and beyond the operator’s line of sight (BVLOS) across the nation. This approval signifies one…