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At the AUVSI Drone and AAM Policy Symposium held July 29–30 in Washington, D.C., industry and government leaders gathered to discuss the future of uncrewed aircraft integration. The annual event brings stakeholders together to explore policy developments, with sessions covering regulatory progress, industry challenges, and what’s next for advanced drone operations. Two key sessions addressed […] The post Is BVLOS Right Around the Corner? Industry Insights from AUVSI’s Drone and AAM Policy Symposium appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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Senator Rick Scott Urges Stronger U.S. Drone Policy at AUVSI Symposium Focus on National Security, Domestic Manufacturing, and Industry Engagement At the 2025 AUVSI Drone and AAM Policy Symposium in Washington, D.C., Senator Rick Scott delivered the opening remarks for the second day of the event, emphasizing the urgent need to advance U.S. drone policy […] The post Senator Rick Scott Calls for U.S. Drone Leadership and Security at AUVSI Symposium appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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DroneShield Joins U.S.-UK Project FlyTrap to Strengthen Counter-Drone Defenses: Joint training in Germany and Poland focuses on CUAS capabilities in response to emerging battlefield threats DroneShield Participates in Multinational Exercise DroneShield, a global provider of counter-unmanned aerial systems (CUAS), is supporting Project FlyTrap—an ongoing U.S.-UK defense initiative led by the U.S. Army V Corps. Held in […] The post Project FlyTrap: Strengthening Counter Drone Defenses appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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Drone team finds new way to use thermal imaging in disaster response By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill The search for a victim who was swept away by the massive floodwaters that inundated parts of Central Texas earlier this month has led to the development of an innovative use of drone mapping technology, which could […] The post New Thermal Drone Technique Emerges from Tragic Texas Flood appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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Tour at Goleta Facility Showcases American-Made Infrared Technology for Defense and Safety Applications On July 29, 2025, Congressman Salud Carbajal (D-CA24) visited Teledyne FLIR OEM’s facility in Goleta, California. The site, which employs 467 people, plays a major role in advancing thermal imaging solutions for defense, transportation, and uncrewed systems. Teledyne FLIR OEM is part […] The post Congressman Carbajal Visits Goleta Facility Powering U.S. Thermal Imaging Breakthroughs appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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Mark your calendars: Tuesday, August 5, 2025 at 3:00 PM EST, the latest episode of Public Safety Drone Review goes live, featuring guest Logan Jones, Chief Business Officer at SiFly. The conversation will explore how SiFly is redefining public safety aviation with rotorcraft-grade vehicles built at drone economics. Register here for this free event. Episode […] The post Public Safety Drone Review: Logan Jones of SiFly to Unpack Rotorcraft Reimagined on August 5 appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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Landmark deal marks a tenfold scale‑up and underscores Auterion’s evolution into a defense software player Auterion signs major US‑Ukraine defense contract Auterion, a U.S.-German defense tech company, has landed a $50 million contract from the Pentagon. It will deliver 33,000 AI‑driven Skynode drone strike kits to Ukraine. This marks the largest Western drone deal by unit […] The post Auterion Wins $50M Pentagon Contract to Deliver 33,000 AI‑Driven Drone Strike Kits to Ukraine appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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At AUVSI’s Policy Symposium, officials outlined how BIS rulemaking could impact Chinese-manufactured drones and broader U.S. drone policy. The AUVSI Drone and AAM Policy Symposium, held July 29–30 in Washington, D.C., brought government and industry leaders together to discuss the future of drone policy in the U.S. In a featured fireside chat, Michael Robbins, President […] The post Commerce Department Eyes Targeted Restrictions on Chinese Drones: What that Means appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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Industry leaders urge swift progress on drone rulemaking and integration The AUVSI Drone and AAM Policy Symposium, held July 29–30 in Washington, D.C., brought together policymakers and industry leaders to discuss the future of drone and advanced air mobility (AAM) integration in the national airspace. The event, hosted by the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems […] The post AUVSI Drone and AAM Policy Symposium Keynote: Call for Action on BVLOS and National Leadership appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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U.S.-Built Drone Manufacturer Gains Ground with Military and Civil Customers Amid Push for Domestic Technology WingXpand Grows Footprint with Military and Civil Contracts St. Louis-based aerospace company WingXpand has announced the award of multiple new contracts with U.S. Special Operations, the Army, the Navy, and other civil customers. The deals mark a significant step for […] The post WingXpand Secures New Defense Contracts and Expands Smart Plane Production appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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The European startup aims to bridge civilian tech and defense with its Q-OSP platform and Internet of Defense approach Berlin-Based Startup Secures Seed Round to Expand Military-Grade Intelligence Platform Project Q, a German defense-tech startup, has secured €7.5 million in seed funding to accelerate the development of its Q-Open Source Platform (Q-OSP). The funding round […] The post Project Q Raises €7.5M to Advance AI-Driven Defense Integration appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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India’s MS Dhoni-backed drone company aims for global growth with agriculture and defense solutions Garuda Aerospace Takes a Major Step Toward Global Reach Chennai-based drone manufacturer Garuda Aerospace has received an export license, clearing the way for its entry into the U.S., Australian, and Middle Eastern markets. The company, backed by cricket star MS Dhoni, […] The post India’s Garuda Aerospace Receives Export License, Expands into U.S., Australia, and Middle East appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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Lightweight drone with immersive 8K video aims to broaden access to drone-based storytelling A New Entry in the Consumer Drone Market Insta360, a China-based manufacturer known for its 360-degree action cameras, has announced the launch of Antigravity, a new consumer drone brand. Developed in collaboration with third-party partners, Antigravity introduces what the company describes as […] The post Insta360 Launches Antigravity: A New Brand for 360-Degree Aerial Capture appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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DJI explores home electronics as they face uncertainty in U.S. drone market DJI, the world’s largest drone manufacturer, is making a strategic entry into the home electronics market with its first robot vacuum called Romo. This expansion represents a significant business shift for the Chinese company as it faces mounting regulatory pressure and potential restrictions […] The post DJI’s Next New Product is… a Vacuum? appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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Congress Questions FAA Staffing and AI Use Amid Growing Airspace Complexity July 2025 — As the landscape of aviation continues to evolve, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) finds itself under growing scrutiny from U.S. lawmakers. Recent concerns focus on FAA workforce reductions and the agency’s increasing use of artificial intelligence (AI) technologies, especially as these […] The post FAA Faces Tough Questions: Are AI and Job Cuts Threatening Airspace Safety? appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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The PDW story: From drone racing to presidential protection By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill From its roots in the world of competitive drone racing, to its current job of producing battle-ready drones and weapons systems for the defense industry, Performance Drone Works, or PDW, has focused on developing technologies that “that would never be […] The post How Drone Racing Tech Became a Defense Game-Changer appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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AI-powered flight planning enables reliable BVLOS operations in extreme weather and remote terrain Improving Access to Medical Supplies with Drone Technology AerialMetric, Madagascar’s top medical drone delivery operator, has announced a new partnership with Shearwater Aerospace. The goal is to expand access to life-saving medicines in remote communities across the country. The partnership focuses on […] The post AerialMetric and Shearwater Partner to Expand Medical Drone Deliveries in Madagascar appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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AIRmarket and OneSky partner on real-world testing to support safe BVLOS drone operations Canada Tests Real-World Drone Traffic Management in Alberta The iART Alliance has launched the Alberta RTM Trials – Operational Evaluation (iART-OE) in the Greater Edmonton Region. This marks Canada’s first major step in evaluating Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) Traffic Management (RTM) […] The post Canada Launches First RTM Interoperability Trials in Edmonton appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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The “Leading Innovation in Flight Technology (LIFT) Act,” introduced by Rep.Jen Kiggans (R-VA) on July 24, 2025, aims to accelerate U.S. rules for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone operations. The measure would compel the Department of Transportation (DOT) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to set clear performance standards, use artificial intelligence to speed […] The post The LIFT Act: Finally Opening the Door to Routine BVLOS Drone Flights in the United States? appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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New designation enables faster procurement by the U.S. Department of Defense and federal agencies AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc. has announced that its eBee VISION drone has received Blue UAS Cleared status. The designation, issued through the Department of Defense (DoD), recognizes the drone as secure, reliable, and suitable for sensitive government operations. This announcement comes […] The post AgEagle eBee VISION Drone Achieves Blue UAS Cleared Status appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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BVLOS drone trial shows safe and efficient fuel sample transport in complex marine refueling environments Successful Drone Trial in Singapore’s Busy Port Skyports Drone Services and TFG Marine have completed Singapore’s first ever drone delivery to and from a bunker tanker vessel. The trial used beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone flights to transport […] The post Skyports and TFG Marine Complete Singapore’s First Drone Delivery to Bunker Tanker appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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North Dakota initiative expands UAS operations for military logistics and counter-drone innovation North Dakota’s Project ULTRA Expands Operations and Funding Project ULTRA, a key Department of Defense initiative based in North Dakota, has reached two major milestones that strengthen the state’s role in advancing uncrewed aerial systems (UAS). Senator John Hoeven announced that the project’s […] The post Project ULTRA Secures $100M Boost and Launches Weekly Cargo Drone Flights appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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Bryan Bockmon, CEO of AimLock, shares how the company’s autonomous targeting systems are transforming modern warfare. From Core Targeting Modules (CTMs) to Modular Open Systems Architecture (MOSA), Bryan discusses how AimLock is accelerating decision-making, increasing mission effectiveness, and helping warfighters adapt to evolving threats across air, ground, and maritime platforms. Bryan Bockmon is CEO of AimLock—a […] The post Target Acquired: Autonomy, AI, and the Future of Combat appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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New AI tool delivers accurate jobsite updates in minutes, saving time and reducing risk DroneDeploy Introduces AI-Powered Construction Progress Tool DroneDeploy has announced the launch of Progress AI, an artificial intelligence tool that automates construction progress tracking from drone and 360-degree camera data. Designed to replace time-consuming manual updates, Progress AI generates fast and reliable […] The post DroneDeploy Launches Progress AI to Automate Construction Tracking appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article
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Partnerships with Pilot Institute and AIRT Bring Comprehensive Training for Drone Pilots and First Responders The Commercial UAV Expo 2025 is set to deliver an unmatched educational experience for drone professionals. This year’s event, happening September 2–4 at Caesars Forum in Las Vegas, brings new partnerships and expanded programming for both commercial pilots and public […] The post Hands-On Learning, Public Safety Take Center Stage at Commercial UAV Expo 2025 appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article