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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…
Real Estate Developer Faces $270,000 FAA Fine for Harassing Unhoused People with Drones
A Pueblo real estate developer is facing substantial fines from the Federal Aviation Administration for repeatedly using drones to harass unhoused individuals. Henry “Hank” Borunda, who owns several downtown Pueblo properties including the La Bella Union Plaza, has been hit…
Innovative Drone Program Set to Transform Healthcare Access for Isolated Chesapeake Bay Community
A game-changing drone delivery initiative is poised to revolutionize healthcare access for Smith Island’s isolated residents, backed by a $1.76 million U.S. Department of Transportation grant, according to the University of Maryland’s recent announcement. Remote Community Faces Critical Healthcare Challenges…
Stefanik as UN Ambassador: A New Chapter in US-China Drone Relations
In a significant diplomatic development, President-elect Donald Trump has offered Representative Elise Stefanik (R-NY) the position of UN Ambassador, a move that could reshape the global drone industry. The appointment of this outspoken critic of Chinese technology firms signals potential…
Leaked DJI Mavic Enterprise Prototype Surfaces After Apparent Crash Test
A prototype DJI Mavic Enterprise drone has emerged in recently leaked images and video, showing an impressive camera system that appears to have survived crash testing. The footage, shared by trusted DJI leakers Jasper Ellens and OsitaLV, provides intriguing insights…
FAA Grants Historic Airspace Management Approval to ANRA for NY Power Authority Drone Ops
ANRA Technologies has secured a game-changing Letter of Acceptance (LOA) from the FAA, paving the way for expanded beyond-visual line-of-sight (BVLOS) drone operations at the New York Power Authority (NYPA). This groundbreaking authorization, announced by ANRA Technologies, marks a significant…
DJI Avata 2 Gets Dubbed “The Repo Drone” After Starring in Recovery Operation
A recent video has surfaced showing the DJI Avata 2 being used in an unconventional way – as a reconnaissance tool for vehicle recovery operations, or Repo Drone. The footage, shared by a recovery agent known as Ed, “The Tow…
Drone News: FAA $270k Fine, FBI Stop Drone Bombing, DJI Goggles N3
Welcome to Weekly UAS News! We have four drone stories for you this week: the FAA proposes a $270,000 fine, a man is arrested for a terrorism plot using drones, DJI releases Goggle N3, and Aloft getting “Before You Fly”…
FBI Thwarts Plot to Attack Nashville Power Grid Using Explosive-Laden Drone
A potentially catastrophic attack on Nashville’s critical infrastructure was prevented when the FBI arrested a 24-year-old Tennessee man who allegedly planned to crash an explosives-equipped drone into a power substation, according to the Department of Justice. The Drone Attack Plot…
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…
US Drone Maker Skydio Faces Critical Supply Chain Crisis After Chinese Sanctions
Skydio, America’s largest drone manufacturer and a vital supplier to Ukraine’s military, is grappling with an unprecedented supply chain crisis after Beijing imposed sweeping sanctions, blocking access to essential components, according to the Financial Times. Supply Chain Disruption Threatens Operations…