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New Drone Offers Stability, Affordability, and Advanced Data Management Tokyo-based Terra Drone Corporation has announced the launch of its indoor inspection drone, Terra Xross 1, in both Japan and the United States. The drone is designed to operate in challenging environments, offering stable flight performance in confined, dark, and dusty conditions. The company states that […] The post Terra Drone Introduces Terra Xross 1 Indoor Inspection Drone in Japan and the U.S appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

FAA issues No Drone Zone, TFRs for Super Bowl By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill The FAA has designated a “No Drone Zone” for Caesars Superdome in New Orleans for Super Bowl LIX on game day, Sunday, Feb. 9 and in the skies around the city’s downtown area during the days leading up to the […] The post FAA Establishes No Drone Zone, TFRs for Super Bowl LIX in New Orleans appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Are nuclear power plants, other electric facilities at risk from drones? By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill This is the third in a series of articles, examining the problems posed to critical infrastructure sites and other significant potential targets of drone incursions by hostile actors. Part one described current federal laws pertaining to the use […] The post Are Drones a Threat to Nuclear Power Plants? Examining Risks to the U.S. Electric Grid appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Join us on Tuesday, February 4, at 3:00 PM EST for the next episode of the Public Safety Drone Review. This month’s discussion will dive into the evolving landscape of Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (Counter-UAS) technology and its role in public safety. The event will feature Tom Adams, Director of Public Safety for DroneShield, who brings […] The post Upcoming Public Safety Drone Review Explores Counter-UAS and Public Safety, Featuring Tom Adams of DroneShield appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

AI-Based Software Improves Mission Safety and Performance Teledyne FLIR OEM, a part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, has introduced Prism™ Supervisor, the latest addition to its Prism embedded software ecosystem. This new software integrates drone autopilot systems with AI-powered real-time observations to improve mission safety, efficiency, and performance. Enhancing Autonomous Capabilities Prism Supervisor minimizes operator workload […] The post Teledyne FLIR Releases Prism™ Supervisor Software to Enhance Drone Autonomy appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Collaboration Aims to Improve Unmanned Aircraft Detection and Airspace Efficiency Skyway and MatrixSpace have announced a strategic partnership to integrate advanced air traffic management and unmanned aircraft detection systems. The collaboration aims to improve safety, efficiency, and scalability in the Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and unmanned aerial systems (UAS) sectors. Enhancing Situational Awareness in Vertiport […] The post Skyway and MatrixSpace Partner to Enhance Vertiport Safety and Air Traffic Management appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Project Enhances UAS Capabilities for Safer Airspace Integration The University of North Dakota (UND) is partnering with GrandSKY on a NASA-funded project to enhance Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS) forecasting. By integrating data collected from “Meteodrone,” the project aims to develop a high-accuracy weather forecasting system. The initiative will improve flight planning and airspace management, particularly […] The post University of North Dakota and GrandSKY Collaborate on NASA-Funded UAS Weather Forecasting Project appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Successful Fixed-Wing VTOL Flight Covers 320 Miles for Shell Pipeline Corporation Event 38 Unmanned Systems and Phoenix Air Unmanned (PAU) have completed a beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) pipeline inspection demo using the E455 fixed-wing vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) drone. The demonstration covered 320 miles in just under 7.6 flight hours, validating the […] The post Event 38 and Phoenix Air Unmanned Complete BVLOS Pipeline Inspection Demo appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

The Aero2 Self-Charges Batteries Mid-Flight, Setting a New Standard for Sustainable Cargo and Remote Sensing Solutions by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNab Swiss drone manufacturer Dufour Aerospace recently announced the completion of its first flight test campaign with their in-house hybrid electric powertrain for its Aero2 drone. The Aero2 flew several test flights in […] The post Dufour Aerospace’s Aero2 Completes Historic Hybrid-Electric Test Flights appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Landmark Agreement Signed During Utah Aerospace & Defense Day Showcases Vision for Statewide Electric Aircraft Network and Sustainable Air Transportation by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNab In recent news from Salt Lake City, the Utah Aerospace & Defense group (47G) is scheduled to sign a landmark agreement with South Burlington, Vermont-based electric aircraft manufacturer, […] The post Utah Partners with BETA Technologies to Launch Electric Aviation Ahead of 2034 Winter Olympics appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New Drone-in-a-Box System Enhances Efficiency at the Morrison Busty Low-Carbon Depot Revolutionizing Solar Panel Inspections Durham County Council has adopted advanced drone technology to inspect over 5,000 solar panels at the Morrison Busty low-carbon depot in the UK. The innovative approach drastically reduces inspection time and resources. The 23-acre solar site powers the depot, which […] The post Durham County Council Leverages Drone Technology for Solar Farm Inspections appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Bad actors use drones to threaten jails, prisons By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill This is the second in a series of articles, examining the problems posed to critical infrastructure sites and other significant potential targets of drone incursions by hostile actors. Part one described current federal laws pertaining to the use of counter-drone technology. […] The post Drones in the Wrong Hands: How Criminals Use UAVs to Threaten Prisons and Jails appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Approval Marks a Milestone for Drone Delivery in the Middle Eas Matternet has announced approval from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to operate its M2 drone, marking the first time the nation’s General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) has granted such approval. The decision follows GACA’s recognition that the M2 drone’s FAA Type Certification meets […] The post Matternet Receives Approval for M2 Drone Operations in Saudi Arabia appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New initiative aims to combat illegal fishing and support conservation along Chennai’s coastline. Garuda Aerospace has announced a three-month initiative to protect endangered Olive Ridley turtles along Chennai’s coastline. In partnership with the Tree Foundation and the Tamil Nadu Departments of Forest and Fisheries, the company is offering free drone surveillance to combat illegal fishing […] The post Garuda Aerospace Deploys Free Drone Surveillance to Protect Olive Ridley Turtles appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Federal law limits counter-drone measures for infrastructure sites By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Recent incidents involving drones flying near sensitive government sites, such as military bases, or over other potentially vulnerable targets, such as sports stadiums, have raised significant questions as to the best way to protect these sites from incursions by drones operated […] The post Navigating the Limits: Federal Laws Restrict Counter-Drone Measures for Critical Infrastructure appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

In this episode of Weekly Wings, a DroneLife.com podcast, Paul Rossi and Terry Neff break down some of the most critical updates in the drone industry, including DJI’s decision to remove GeoZone restrictions and the broader implications of the ongoing U.S. push to eliminate Chinese drone influence. They discuss how this move aligns with the […] The post DJI’s Big Move, US Drone Manufacturing and the Future of Counter UAS on Weekly Wings appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Breakthrough innovation offers longer flights and reliable performance in extreme climates As the U.S. government prioritizes supply chain resilience and reduces reliance on Chinese manufacturing, companies like BEI are contributing cutting-edge innovations to meet these goals. Founded in South Korea and now with offices in the United States, BEI is driving advancements that promise to […] The post New Next-Generation Battery Technology Doubles Drone Flight Time appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Don’t miss AgEagle Aerial on the Drone Radio Show, with host Randy Goers. Bill Irby, CEO of AgEagle, discusses the company’s evolution and technology, the expansion into military and public safety markets, a recent White House visit and the role of AI and innovation in the Drone Industry. Listen here: Drone Radio Show · Shaping […] The post AgEagle Aerial CEO on the latest episode of the Drone Radio Show! appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Flock Safety brings high-tech crimefighting to DFR By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill With two recent acquisitions, Flock Safety, an Atlanta-based company that produces high-tech crime-fighting tools for law enforcement agencies, recently signaled a big move into the drone security space. In October, Flock Safety bought Aerodome, a company specializing in drones as first responders […] The post DRONELIFE Exclusive Interview: Flock Safety’s Vision for High-Tech Crimefighting with DFR appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Pioneering Drone Technology for Southeast Asia Indonesia recently showcased its first-ever demonstration of multi-drone operations managed through an Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) platform. The event, held in South Jakarta on January 22–23, 2025, aimed to validate the use of UTM technology for safe and scalable drone operations. This initiative was part of the “Industrial Cooperation […] The post Indonesia Hosts First Multi-Drone UTM Demonstration: A Milestone for Scalable Drone Operations appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Permission Granted for Urban Drone Operations Over Boston Draganfly Inc. announced that it has received a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) waiver allowing its small unmanned aircraft (sUA) to operate over people and moving vehicles. This waiver permits operations in urban areas and represents a significant step in advancing drone use for public safety, infrastructure inspection, […] The post Draganfly Secures FAA Waiver for Drone Flights Over People and Traffic appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

HeatSight Delivers Altitude-Based Cellular Coverage Mapping, Transforming BVLOS Connectivity and UAV Operations by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Israeli-based Elsight, a company focused on unmanned connectivity solutions, announced today the launch of HeatSight, a revolutionary signal strength mapping tool which provides reliable data on cellular coverage for more effective and safer UAV flight planning. […] The post Elsight Launches HeatSight: Revolutionary Tool for Safer and Smarter UAV Flight Planning appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Innovative Technology Set for Deployment at Jizerska 50 Ski Race T-Mobile Czech Republic and Primoco UAV SE have partnered to create a drone-based mobile signal booster, marking the first deployment of this technology in Europe. The collaboration aims to provide mobile signal coverage in areas where traditional ground-based infrastructure is unavailable or impractical. The system […] The post Drones Bring Mobile Signal Boost to the EU: T-Mobile and Primoco UAV SE Team Up appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Amazon suspends drone delivery in Texas, Arizona By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Citing safety concerns with its model MK30 drone’s software, delivery giant Amazon recently announced it was suspending its drone delivery services at its facilities in College Station, Texas and Tolleson, Arizona until further notice. The company, which in 2020 received its FAA […] The post Amazon Halts Drone Deliveries in Texas and Arizona: Safety Concerns Lead to Temporary Pause appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Approval Could Transform the Security Industry with Cost Savings and Improved Safety The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has granted Heliguy approval to conduct beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone flights using a drone-in-a-box (DIAB) system. This milestone could significantly impact the security industry by enabling remote drone operations to replace traditional on-site security […] The post UK Watchdog Approves BVLOS Drone Flights for Security Operations: Gamechanger appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article