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KAiDEN, a 150 mph AI-Powered Drone for Real-Time Threat Neutralization, Takes Silver in Autonomous Security Solutions at the 2025 Edison Awards by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Korean drone AI company Nearthlab, a leading drone AI company, has been awarded Silver at the 2025 Edison Awards in the category of Autonomous Security Solutions, under […] The post Nearthlab’s Autonomous Interceptor Drone Wins Edison Award for Innovation in Security appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

UAS Operations Enhance Safety and Situational Awareness for One of the Nation’s Largest Public Events During the busiest week of Mardi Gras in New Orleans, the Verizon Frontline Crisis Response Team supported the New Orleans Police Department (NOPD) by providing Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) services to help keep attendees and officers safe. The NOPD requested […] The post Verizon Frontline Supports New Orleans Police with Drones During Mardi Gras appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

China’s Ministry of Commerce (MOFCOM) recently announced the addition of 11 U.S. drone-related companies to its “Unreliable Entity List” (UEL). The move, disclosed on April 4, 2025, has escalated trade tensions between the two nations and could have significant implications for the affected firms and the broader drone industry. The Companies Added to the List […] The post China Adds 11 U.S. Drone Companies to Unreliable Entity List Amid Rising Tensions appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Battery endurance is a bottleneck for drone technology. Could hydrogen offer a solution? DRONELIFE is honored to publish this guest post from Dr, Nee Sirosh, CTO at H2MOF: a provider of safe and efficient hydrogen storage solutions. DRONELIFE neither accepts nor makes payment for guest posts. Overcoming the UAV Industry’s Energy Storage Bottleneck Written by […] The post Breaking the Limits: How Solid-State Hydrogen is Powering the Next Generation of UAVs appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

The recent implementation of U.S.-China tariffs, including a 34% tariff on Chinese imports and reciprocal measures from China, is creating uncertainty for the drone industry. While the full effects have yet to materialize, experts suggest these policies may lead to higher prices, supply chain disruptions, and shifting market dynamics. Both Chinese manufacturers like DJI and […] The post How U.S.-China Tariffs Could Reshape the Drone Industry appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Test flights at USMC Twentynine Palms showcase SKYFIELD AI control system, extended BVLOS range, and next-gen capabilities for contested environments by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb California-based drone developer Mayman Aerospace recently announced that their RAZOR P100 drone had completed a recent series of test flights to demonstrate its autonomous flight capabilities. The P100 […] The post Mayman Aerospace Demonstrates Breakthrough in Autonomous Flight with RAZOR P100 and TBX Drones appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Company integrates live 911 call data with drone dispatch, invests in new production site to support growth Flock Safety has announced a major update to its Drone as First Responder (DFR) system. The company has integrated its Flock Aerodome™ system with Flock911, a technology that provides live access to 911 transcription and location data. The […] The post Flock Safety Launches Real-Time 911 Drone Response and New Georgia Manufacturing Facility appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

The North Carolina Senate recently introduced Senate Bill 670, a piece of legislation that could significantly impact the use of drones by public safety agencies across the state. The bill prohibits state and local government entities from purchasing or acquiring small unmanned aircraft systems (sUAS) manufactured or assembled by “covered foreign entities,” primarily targeting drones […] The post Proposed Senate Bill 670 in North Carolina has Implications for Public Safety Drone Programs appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Company hopes new technology will help identify drones at U.S. border By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill With its planned acquisition of a leading airspace management company, Orlando-based Unusual Machines is poised to be able to provide government agencies and other entities with a greater ability to determine the origins of drones flying in the […] The post Unusual Machines Aims to Secure U.S. Skies with Border Drone ID Technology appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Inspired Flight, a leading U.S.-based drone manufacturer, has been at the forefront of the unmanned aerial systems (UAS) industry, producing NDAA-compliant platforms like the IF1200A and IF800 Tomcat. These drones serve diverse applications across sectors such as energy, construction, public safety, and infrastructure inspection. With certifications under both Blue UAS and Green UAS frameworks, Inspired […] The post Blue UAS to Green UAS: the Evolution of Secure Drone Certification for Inspired Flight appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Partnership with Virginia Tech Enables Safer, More Dynamic Aerial Newsgathering Sinclair, a major U.S. media company, has reached a new milestone in drone journalism. On April 2, 2025, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) accepted Sinclair’s Declaration of Compliance for Operations Over People. With this approval, Sinclair becomes the first broadcast media company authorized to fly […] The post Sinclair Becomes First U.S. Broadcaster Approved to Fly Drones Over People Without FAA Waiver appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Lori DeMatteis, Chief Revenue Officer of MatrixSpace, speaks with host Randy Goers about the company’s radar technology, and how organizations are integrating these tools into their airspace operations. Listen here: Drone Radio Show · Can a small portable radar system scale drone operations? Lori DeMatteis is Chief Revenue Officer of MatrixSpace. MatrixSpace is a leading […] The post MatrixSpace on the Drone Radio Show! Can a small portable radar system scale drone operations? appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

The Palm Springs Police Department (PSPD) has taken a significant step forward in public safety innovation by expanding its Drone as First Responder (DFR) program. This enhancement establishes the largest radar-enabled municipal drone coverage area in the United States, spanning 37 square miles and eliminating the need for human visual observers during operations. Radar-Powered Expansion […] The post Palm Springs Police Department Expands Drone Program with Radar Technology appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Texas company proposes use of drones armed with non lethal weapons to thwart school shootings By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill An Austin-based company is hoping to be able to deploy drones equipped with non-lethal weapons, such as pepper spray and flash-bang grenades, in Texas schools as a way to combat the wave of school […] The post Pepper Spray Drones in Schools: Can Technology Stop Tragedy? appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

JUIDA and Seven Companies Join Ground Self-Defense Force in Nankai Rescue Drill to Prepare for Earthquakes and Natural Disasters by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb This article written in collaboration with JUIDA, the Japanese UAS Industrial Development Association. The Japan UAS Industrial Development Association, JUIDA, recently announced its collaboration with the Japan Ground Self-Defense […] The post Japan’s Military Teams Up with Drone Industry for Disaster Response Training appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Certification Helps Enable Safe and Legal Drone Flights Over People AVSS Completes Third-Party Testing for PRS-M30 AVSS – Aerial Vehicle Safety Solutions – has completed third-party testing for its PRS-M30 parachute system designed for the DJI M30 Series. The testing meets the new ASTM F3322-24a standard, published in December 2024. This certification plays a key […] The post AVSS Achieves ASTM F3322-24a Compliance for DJI M30 Series Parachute System appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New Certificate of Waiver (COW) Process Streamlines Approvals for Public Safety Agencies A Significant Shift in Regulatory Framework The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has introduced a groundbreaking update to the regulatory process for Drone as First Responder (DFR) operations. Chief (Ret.) Charles Werner of DRONERESPONDERS has described these changes as the most significant since 2016. […] The post Major Breakthrough in Drone as First Responder (DFR) Waivers appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

During his Senate confirmation hearing on March 27, 2025, Dr. Troy Meink, President Donald Trump’s nominee for Secretary of the Air Force, underscored a dominant theme in current military thinking: the integration of drones and unmanned systems as a cornerstone of modernization efforts. Meink’s vision for the future of the Air Force signals a growing […] The post Troy Meink’s Confirmation Hearing Highlights the Role of Drones in Modern Military Strategy appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

SkyDrive to Showcase New Aircraft at Expo; Public Experiences Begin Mid-Apri A New Mobility Hub Opens in Osaka All images courtesy SkyDrive. On March 28, 2025, Osaka Metro officially opened the OSAKAKO Vertiport, a new takeoff and landing site for electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft (eVTOLs). The vertiport, located at Chuo Pier in Osaka’s […] The post What Is a Vertiport? Osaka Metro’s New Hub Prepares the Public for Flying Taxis at Expo 2025 appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Sora-iina and Toyota Tsusho Demonstrate Fully Autonomous Medication Flights to Support Aging Population on the Gotō Islands by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb This article published in collaboration with JUIDA, the Japan UAS Industrial Development Association. Toyota Tsusho Corporation, a member of the Toyota Group, alongside drone logistics subsidiary Sora–iina Co., recently announced that […] The post Toyota Group Tests Level 4 Drone Deliveries to Remote Japanese Islands appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Funding Will Help Deploy Autonomous Weapon Stations to Meet Rising Threat of Unmanned Systems Austin-Based ACS Secures Series A Investment Allen Control Systems (ACS), a defense technology company focused on autonomous weapon systems, has raised $30 million in Series A funding. Craft Ventures led the round, with continued support from Inspired Capital and Rally Ventures. […] The post Can Old Weapons Become Counter-Drone Systems? appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New drone hub in Kurnool aims to create jobs, attract global investment, and build India’s leadership in drone tech Garuda Aerospace Invests in Future of Drones with Andhra Pradesh Drone City Garuda Aerospace has committed INR 100 crore (approximately USD 12 million) to the development of the Andhra Pradesh Drone City in Kurnool. CEO Agnishwar […] The post Garuda Aerospace and Andhra Pradesh Partner to Launch Indian Drone City appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Industry stakeholders highlight need for federal office, incentives, and training programs to support U.S. innovation in robotics and AI American robotics companies are calling for a national robotics strategy to ensure the United States remains competitive in the rapidly advancing global robotics industry, according to a recently published Associated Press article. Executives from major robotics […] The post U.S. Robotics Leaders Call for National Strategy Amid Rising Global Competition appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New company builds on Swoop’s legacy with open platform strategy and plans for continued growth Kite Aerospace Pty Ltd (Kite Aero), a newly launched company in uncrewed aviation, has announced the successful acquisition of key assets from Swoop Aero. The deal includes the Kite drone and Swoop’s well-known drone operations software platform. The acquisition ensures […] The post Kite Aero Acquires Swoop Aero Assets, Aims to Expand Global Drone Logistics appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

The Ukrainian government has recently made significant strides in expanding its drone capabilities, as evidenced by two major announcements from official sources. Bird of Prey Drone System Approved for Combat On March 26, 2025, Ukraine’s Defense Ministry announced the approval of the domestically produced Bird of Prey unmanned aviation system for combat operations. This system, […] The post Ukraine Expands Drone Capabilities with New Approvals and Ambitious Procurement Plans appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article