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Boston Museum of Fine Arts Showcases Agnieszka Pilat’s Pioneering Work with Boston Dynamics Robotic Dogs images courtesy Agnieszka Pilat, used with permission The Boston Museum of Fine Arts (MFA) recently hosted an extraordinary event as part of its “Late Nites” series, captivating audiences with a unique blend of art and technology. On May 10th, the […] The post Boston MFA Features Boston Dynamics’ Spot Robots as Artists in Agnieszka Pilat’s Exhibit appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

The FAA Reauthorization Act 2024, signed by President Biden last week, signifies a substantial advancement in Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) technology and safety. A key component of the act is the extension of the Alliance for System Safety of UAS through Research Excellence (ASSURE), FAA’s Center of Excellence for UAS programs, which promotes innovation and […] The post FAA Reauthorization Act Extends ASSURE UAS Program and Establishes ASSUREd Safe appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New 19,000 Square Foot Facility to Advance Aerospace Research and Development Osage Nation’s Skyway36 Droneport and Technology Innovation Center has commenced the construction of WindShape’s new 19,000 square foot unmanned aerospace (UAS) testing facility. This development marks a significant advancement in WindShape’s efforts to innovate within the aerospace sector through comprehensive research, development, testing, inspection, […] The post Osage Nation Begins Construction of WindShape UAS Testing Facility at Skyway36 appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Scottish Company Conducts First Outdoor Trials in Denmark In recent weeks, Scottish company Flowcopter has conducted successful tests of its heavylift cargo drone in the dedicated drone airspace at HCA Airport in Odense, Denmark. These tests mark Flowcopter’s first outdoor flight trials, with the company selecting HCA Airport as its European test base. Flowcopter tested […] The post Flowcopter Successfully Tests Heavylift Cargo Drone at HCA Airport appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

BRINC’s New Platform Enhances Emergency Response with Rapid Drone Deployment BRINC, a leader in drone technology for first responders, has announced the launch of the Responder drone and Responder Station, marking a significant advancement in Drone as First Responder (DFR) operations. This new platform is designed to assist first responders in arriving at emergency scenes […] The post BRINC Unveils First Purpose-Built 911 Response Drone appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

FAA reauthorization paves way for eVTOL flights By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill (The following is the last in a series of articles on how the recent passage of the bill to reauthorize the FAA positively impacts the drone and eVTOL industries.) The U.S. has taken a giant step closer toward a future in which […] The post FAA Reauthorization Bill Paves the Way for eVTOL Flight Integration and Advanced Air Mobility appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Agreement Marks Strategic Collaboration in Advanced Air Mobility Technologies Terra Drone Corporation, a drone and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) technology company based in Japan, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Toshiba Infrastructure Systems & Solutions Corporation. The partnership aims to expand their Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Traffic Management (UTM) and Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems […] The post Terra Drone and Toshiba Forge Partnership to Enhance UAS Traffic Management and Counter-Drone Solutions appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Investment led by CRV to accelerate development and deployment of advanced public safety solutions. Aerodome, a company specializing in Drone-As-First-Responder (DFR) technology, announced it has raised $21.5 million in Series A funding. The funding round, led by CRV with participation from Andreessen Horowitz (a16z), Karman Ventures, Immad Akhund (CEO of Mercury), and Ford Street Ventures, […] The post Aerodome Secures $21.5M in Series A Funding for Drone-As-First-Responder Technology appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New MWIR Camera Module Will Improve Drone Detection, Perimeter Security and More Teledyne FLIR, a division of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated, has unveiled its latest advancement in mid-wave infrared (MWIR) technology with the introduction of the Neutrino SX8-ISR 35-700 model. This new addition to the Neutrino Ground ISR series is specifically designed to enhance intelligence, surveillance, […] The post Teledyne FLIR Enhances Counter-UAS Capabilities with New Neutrino Ground ISR Module appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New Australian e-Airline to Integrate FlyNow Aircraft for Freight and Passenger Services Electric air taxi infrastructure start-up, Skyportz, has announced the establishment of Wilbur Air, a wholly owned subsidiary that will operate electric and hybrid aircraft from its network of vertiports across Australia. Wilbur Air will have priority access to Skyportz vertiport locations, which are […] The post Wilbur Air Partners with FlyNow to Expand Electric Aircraft Fleet appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Innovation in Aerial Entertainment with FAA-Approved Firework Drones Sky Elements has achieved a groundbreaking milestone in the field of aerial entertainment by becoming the first US-based drone light show company to receive FAA approval to attach fireworks to drones. This innovative development was showcased with a spectacular display involving 300 drones, marking a new era […] The post Fireworks and Drones: Sky Elements Debuts Pyrotechnic Drone Shows in the United States appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Appeals Court Upholds Ban on Aerial Mapping by Non-Surveyors A three-judge panel of the 4th U.S. Circuit Court of Appeals has ruled that North Carolina can prohibit the creation of aerial maps by anyone other than licensed land surveyors. This decision affects Michael Jones, a drone operator based in Goldsboro, North Carolina, as well as […] The post North Carolina Drone Operator to Seek Further Review in First Amendment Lawsuit appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Bill paves the way for integrating UAS into U.S. airspace system By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill (The following is the third in a series of articles on how the recent passage of the bill to reauthorize the FAA positively impacts the drone and eVTOL industries.) The bill to reauthorize the FAA, which President Biden […] The post How the New FAA Reauthorization Bill Facilitates UAS Integration into U.S. Airspace appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Partnership aims to enhance advanced UAS operations in North Dakota Skyfire Consulting, a leading public safety UAS consulting group, has announced a partnership with Thales USA, a prominent global player in advanced technologies, to integrate the Skyfire SF2 drone into Vantis, North Dakota’s advanced UAS operations system. Thales selected the Skyfire SF2 for its versatility […] The post Skyfire SF2 Drone Selected by Thales USA for Vantis Network Integration appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Shaping the Future: The Critical Role of Congressional Hearings in Advancing Drone Integration for Public Safety by DRONELIFE Contributing Editor Paul Rossi Stay tuned for the upcoming Weekly Wings Podcast, a discussion of trends and technology from the pilot’s point of view. Hosted by Paul Rossi on DRONELIFE.com! In today’s increasingly connected world, the integration […] The post Congressional Hearings Propel Drone Integration for Public Safety: Key Insights and Future Directions appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

FAA Reauthorization Bill Mandates Final Rule for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) Drone Flights to Boost Industry Growth By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill (The following is the second in a series of articles on how the recent passage of the bill to reauthorize the FAA positively impacts the drone and eVTOL industries.) While […] The post FAA Directed to Devise Final Rule for BVLOS Flights Within 20 Months appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New Payloads Offer Advanced Features for Public Safety and Infrastructure Inspection DJI, a leading company in civil drones and creative camera technology, has launched the Zenmuse H30 Series. These new all-weather, multi-sensor aerial payloads are designed to enhance the capabilities of public safety responders and professionals in various industries, such as emergency rescue and energy […] The post DJI Unveils Zenmuse H30 Series: Versatile Aerial Payloads for Enhanced Visuals appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New Drone Legislation Targets Chinese Imports While Supporting First Responders DRONELIFE is presents this guest post by Matt Sloane, the Founder and CEO of Skyfire Consulting. As a consulting firm specializing in helping public safety departments, Sloane offers his thoughts on the “Drones for First Responders Act” introduced to the U.S. House of Representatives yesterday. […] The post Increased Tariffs on Chinese Drones and the “Drones for First Responders Act”: Perspective from Skyfire Consulting appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Boosting the Skies: Drone Industry Celebrates FAA Reauthorization Bill By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill (The following is the first in a series of articles on how the recent passage of the bill to reauthorize the FAA positively impacts the drone and eVTOL industries.) In a move expected to dramatically boost the growth of commercial […] The post Why the FAA Reauthorization Bill Wins Praise from Drone Industry appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Industry Perspectives on the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 *Stay tuned for a DRONELIFE exclusive series, explaining FAA Reauthorization for the drone industry The U.S. House of Representatives approved the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization Act of 2024 today with a strong bipartisan vote of 387 – 26. This decision follows a similarly overwhelming approval […] The post U.S. House of Representatives Passes FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Advancing Aviation and Innovation: Port San Antonio Launches Construction of State-of-the-Art eVTOL Vertiport By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Port San Antonio, located on the site of the former Kelly Air Force Base, plans to build a state-of-the-art vertiport for housing and deploying electric vertical-takeoff-and-landing (eVTOL) aircraft as part of a $100 million airfield renovation […] The post Preparing for Advanced Air Mobility: Port San Antonio Plans Construction of eVTOL Vertiport appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

A Strategic Alliance: High Eye and Dutch Navy Partner on Advanced UAV Deployment In a recent announcement, High Eye revealed it has been awarded a contract by the Dutch Navy for its Airboxer VTOL (Vertical Take-Off and Landing) UAV (Unmanned Aerial Vehicle). This decision comes after a comprehensive evaluation of maritime VTOL UAV systems, leading […] The post High Eye Secures Contract with Dutch Navy for Innovative Airboxer VTOL UAV appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Bridging the Gap in Enterprise Drone Applications for Enhanced Efficiency and Safety FlytBase, the leading enterprise drone autonomy platform, has unveiled Flinks, a new feature designed to streamline the integration of the FlytBase platform with a multitude of third-party applications and devices. Dubbed Flinks, short for FlytBase Links, this innovative offering functions as a cohesive […] The post Flinks by FlytBase: Integration in Drone Operations appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Your Insights Matter: Help Shape the Future of the Drone Industry by Participating in Drone Industry Insights Survey Drone Industry Insights proudly announces the commencement of its annual drone industry survey. Since its inception in 2018, what began as a predominantly European endeavor has grown into the most extensive global assessment of the drone industry. […] The post Participate in the DRONEII Global Drone Industry Survey: Shaping the Future Together appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Investment to Boost Global Expansion and Technological Capabilities in Unmanned Helicopter Systems SwissDrones, a leading aerial intelligence company, has successfully closed its Series B equity growth funding round, amassing over USD 10 million. This significant financial boost comes from a diverse group of investors, including aviation-focused DiamondStream Partners, Chevron Technology Ventures, Ingleside Investors, and continued […] The post SwissDrones Secures Over $10 Million in Series B Funding to Enhance Aerial Intelligence Solutions appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article