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The approval by CASA marks a significant step for Sphere Drones in enhancing drone operations nationwide. Sphere Drones has received a Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) Area Approval from the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) for operations near Wagga Wagga, New South Wales. This pivotal approval enables the company to demonstrate its BVLOS drone […] The post Sphere Drones Secures BVLOS Area Approval to Advance Commercial Drone Use in Australia appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Ondas Holdings’ Airobotics and HHLA Sky partner to enhance monitoring and maintenance of critical infrastructure Ondas Holdings Inc. (NASDAQ:ONDS), a leading provider of autonomous drones and wireless network solutions, through its subsidiary Airobotics Ltd., has teamed up with HHLA Sky GmbH to launch advanced drone services in Germany. This strategic partnership focuses on deploying Airobotics’ […] The post Drone Services Collaboration Set to Transform Terminal Operations in Germany appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Series B Funding to Enhance Human-Supervised Robotic System XTEND, an innovator in drone and robotics technology, has secured a $40 million investment in its Series B funding round to expand its AI-driven operating system, XOS. The funding round was led by Chartered Group, with significant contributions from both new and existing strategic investors, including Clal-Tech. […] The post XTEND Raises $40M to Advance AI-Driven Robotics appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Michigan high court punts on question of drone surveillance legality By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill In a case that could have broad implications on drone surveillance efforts conducted by local governments, the Michigan Supreme Court had ruled that drone footage of a couple’s private property should not be excluded as evidence in a civil […] The post Michigan Supreme Court Allows Drone Surveillance Evidence in Civil Case appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Utilizing Drone Technology, the New Collaboration Aims to Enhance Emergency Response and Mitigation Strategies During Hurricane Season As hurricane season approaches, putting vital off-shore infrastructure at risk over the next few months, Verizon has announced a new partnership with the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association to use uncrewed systems to rapidly survey storm damage immediately […] The post Verizon and NOAA Team Up for Advanced Storm Damage Assessment appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Integration with Elsight Halo expands operational reach of Lockheed Martin’s UAV. In a recent development, Elsight has successfully integrated its Halo connectivity platform with Lockheed Martin’s Indago 4 Uncrewed Aerial System (UAS), enabling the drone to complete its first beyond visual line-of-sight (BVLOS) flight. This strategic enhancement significantly broadens the Indago 4’s capabilities, particularly in […] The post Enhanced BVLOS Capabilities for Lockheed Martin’s Indago 4 appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

The Axon Dedrone acquisition aims to expand capabilities in drone technology for public safety and national security Axon (Nasdaq: AXON), a leader in global public safety technology, has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Dedrone, a pioneer in airspace security. This merger aligns Axon’s mission to protect life with Dedrone’s expertise in managing drone threats […] The post Axon Set to Acquire Dedrone to Enhance Drone Security Solutions appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Pyka and SNC Collaborate to Introduce RUMRUNNER, Enhancing Military Sustainment Operation RUMRUNNER combines SNC’s expertise in military solutions with Pyka’s advanced autonomous electric cargo platform, offering unmatched performance with a payload capacity of up to 400 lbs, range of up to 200 miles, and super-short takeoff and landing (SSTOL) capability. Pyka, a company specializing in […] The post Pyka and Sierra Nevada Corporation Partner to Deliver Revolutionary Electric Cargo UAS to U.S. Department of Defense appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Revolutionizing Regional Air Mobility with Sustainable Solutions UrbanLink Air Mobility LLC, a South Florida-based start-up, is poised to reshape transportation as the first provider of all-electric zero-emission advanced air mobility (AAM) solutions in the United States. In a groundbreaking move, UrbanLink has forged a partnership with Lilium N.V. (NASDAQ:LILM), a global pioneer in Regional Air […] The post UrbanLink Partners with Lilium to Integrate eVTOL Aircraft in South Florida appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Fast Company calls it a “vampire drone,” but the drone developed by a team of researchers at the University of Southern Denmark is designed to find and suck power, not blood. Dramatic headlines aside, the idea has significance for industrial drone flight beyond visual line of sight. With many drones still limited by relatively […] The post This Drone Steals Power from the Nearest Power Lines to Charge Its Battery and Keep Flying appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

UVify’s Record-Breaking Drone Display Sets New Industry Standard UVify, a pioneer in swarm drone innovation, has set a new Guinness World Record for the most unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) airborne simultaneously. The historic event unfolded in Songdo, Korea, where UVify orchestrated a display of 5,293 IFO drones illuminating the night sky, marking a significant milestone […] The post UVify Sets Guinness World Record for Simultaneous UAV Flight appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Don’t miss Marble on the Drone Radio Show as Mat Johnsson, CEO and Founder talks with host Randy Goers about the use of drones for coastal monitoring and a variety of other marine situations. Drone Radio Show · Drones Over Water: Marble’s Quest To Transform Coastal Monitoring – Mathieu Johnsson, CEO & Founder Marble Mathieu […] The post Drones Over Water: Marble’s Quest To Transform Coastal Monitoring on the Drone Radio Show! appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Amidst Challenges, the Act Receives Strong Support from the Commercial Drone Alliance The U.S. Senate is facing new uncertainties in passing the five-year FAA Reauthorization Act before the upcoming deadline next Friday, May 10. Despite the Senate not reconvening until Tuesday and only just starting formal negotiations concerning time agreements and amendments, Senate Majority Leader […] The post Can the U.S. Senate Pass the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 Before Friday? appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

ACLU wants tighter regulations on use of drones by police, public: DRONELIFE Interview By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill (As the use of drones by police agencies as well as by businesses and members of the public has proliferated, personal rights advocates, such as the American Civil Liberties Union have expressed growing concern over the […] The post ACLU Discusses Concerns Over Police Drone Surveillance, Drone Delivery: DRONELIFE Exclusive appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Exploring the Future of Human-Aircraft Interaction with NASA Researcher Andy Lacher at AUVSI Xponential 2024 by DRONELIFE Contributing Editor Paul Rossi Interview with Andy Lacher, NASA Researcher, at AUVSI Xponential 2024 As we stand at the brink of a transformative era in aviation, NASA is delving deeper into the symbiosis between humans and autonomous aircraft […] The post Navigating New Horizons: NASA’s Research on Autonomy and Human Factors in Aviation appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Public Safety Drone Review Welcomes Megan Descalzi: Drone Operations for the Baltimore PD Don’t miss the discussion with Baltimore PD sUAS Program Coordinator for the Crime Scene Unit, Megan Descalzi. Scheduled for Tuesday, May 7 at 3:00 PM EST, the upcoming episode will offer direct and practical insights into the current use of drone technology […] The post Don’t Miss Baltimore PD on the Next Public Safety Drone Review! Tuesday, May 7 appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Understanding the Significance of the FAA Reauthorization Act for the Drone Industry The U.S. Senate has recently commenced the debate on the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024, a pivotal legislation aimed at enhancing aviation safety and airport improvements. This legislative package, which seeks approval before the existing FAA funding expires on May 10, includes a […] The post Senate to Begin Hammering Out a Deal on FAA Reauthorization appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Revolutionizing Safety and Efficiency in Industrial Inspections with UTM Sensor Flyability, a leader in drone technology, has introduced its innovative Elios 3 UT Payload to the US market during a launch event in Denver, Colorado. This new technology is poised to revolutionize the way indoor inspections are conducted, particularly in challenging environments. The Elios 3 […] The post Flyability Launches Elios 3 UT Payload in the US, Transforming Indoor Inspections appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

How GEODNET is Transforming RTK Networking with Innovative Technologies and Strategic Partnership by DRONELIFE Contributing Editor Paul Rossi At AUVSI Xponential 2024, we sat down with Mike Horton of GEODNET to explore the latest advancements and strategies propelling their Real-Time Kinematic (RTK) network to the forefront of the geospatial technology market. GEODNET’s approach, as detailed […] The post Pioneering Precision: GEODNET’s Innovative Approach to Real-Time Kinematic Networking appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

BRINC, Skyfire partnership aims to improve emergency response times and operational efficiency for law enforcement and emergency services. BRINC, a developer of public safety technology, has announced a new partnership with Skyfire Consulting, a firm specializing in drone solutions for security and public safety. The collaboration is set to refine and expand drone-as-first-responder (DFR) programs […] The post BRINC and Skyfire Consulting Partner to Get More DFR Programs Off the Ground appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

NASA’s Strategic Role in Integrating Advanced Air Mobility: Insights from Nancy Mendonca at AUVSI Xponential 2024 by DRONELIFE Contributing Editor Paul Rossi During the AUVSI Xponential 2024 conference, I had the opportunity to sit down with Nancy Mendonca, the deputy NASA Advanced Air Mobility Mission integration manager. We discussed NASA‘s pivotal role in the government-led […] The post NASA on Advanced Air Mobility Integration appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Latest update integrates professional augmented reality tools for improved precision in AEC sectors. Swiss-based Pix4D, a leading provider of drone and terrestrial mapping solutions, announced today the release of the upgraded version of their mobile scanning app, PIX4Dcatch 2.0. This update introduces augmented reality (AR) capabilities and expands compatibility with various RTK devices, aiming to […] The post Pix4D Releases Enhanced PIX4Dcatch 2.0 with AR Features appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Don’t miss Zipline on the Drone Radio Show! Keenan Wyrobek and Juan Albanell of Zipline talk about the company’s long-distance Platform 1 delivery service and the company’s plans to scale short-distance Platform 2 home delivery services. Drone Radio Show · Flying Forward: Zipline and the Future of Drone Deliveries: Keenan Wyrobek and Juan Albanell of […] The post Flying Forward: Zipline on the Drone Radio Show! appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

The MassDOT Aeronautics Division hosted their first public-facing Drone Safety Day, showcasing the innovation, technology and safety culture that the department has developed to deliver a wide variety of drone services across the state. Held at the agency’s UAS training field, the event featured speakers and pilots discussing the broad range of applications that MassDOT […] The post MassDOT Showcases Innovation at Drone Safety Day appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Alphabet’s Wing and Walmart extend drone delivery to additional locations. Wing, a drone delivery company and part of Alphabet, is broadening its service area in the Dallas-Fort Worth Metroplex, increasing accessibility for customers. Initially introduced to the region in 2022, the company collaborates with Walmart to offer swift drone delivery directly from stores to homes. […] The post Wing Expands Drone Delivery Service in Dallas-Fort Worth appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article