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The 1,000 drone Super Bowl drone show: bringing the game to life in the sky. All images credit Sky Elements Drone Shows The skyline of Las Vegas became a canvas for an extraordinary spectacle as Sky Elements orchestrated a breathtaking drone show over Resorts World during the Big Game weekend. A fleet of 1,000 drones took […] The post Sky Elements’ Super Bowl Drone Show Lights Up Las Vegas appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

AerologixMaps: Affordable, Scalable Mapping Software In the rapidly evolving world of drone technology, a new mapping solution is filling a gap in the market for small and medium size drone businesses. AerologixMaps, developed by Australian drone industry pioneer Aerologix, is transforming drone footage into high-resolution maps with unprecedented affordability. With FortuneInsights predicting that worldwide demand […] The post Affordable Mapping Revolution: AerologixMaps Empowers Drone Businesses appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Last Thursday, the U.S. Senate Committee on Commerce, Science and Transportation approved the bipartisan Senate Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Reauthorization Act of 2023. The legislation, which garnered bipartisan support, encompasses a range of measures addressing recent aviation safety concerns and aims to fortify oversight within the aviation industry. A Senate Commerce Committee announcement highlighted the […] The post U.S. Senate Committee Passes FAA Reauthorization Act of 2023 appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Radar Drones Transform Soil Moisture Monitoring: Cranfield University Leads Innovation for Flood and Drought Management Cranfield University is spearheading a groundbreaking two-year project aimed at revolutionizing soil moisture monitoring through the fusion of Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) and unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). Synthetic Aperture Radar utilizes radio waves to generate detailed images of the Earth’s […] The post Revolutionising Flood and Drought Management: Radar Drones Could Redefine Soil Moisture Monitoring appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

DRONELIFE is pleased to present this guest post by Matt Sloane, the Founder and CEO of Skyfire Consulting. In this piece, Matt explains just what it is like to operate security drones over a Tier 1 event. DRONELIFE neither accepts nor makes payment for guest posts. All images courtesy Skyfire. Behind the Scenes: the Drones […] The post Ahead of Super Bowl LVIII, Skyfire Takes Us Inside the Mission of Operating Drones Over a Tier I Event appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

ARC Recommendations on Counter UAS, UAS Detection and Mitigation Systems The FAA recently received the final recommendations from the UAS Detection and Mitigation Systems Aviation Rulemaking Committee (ARC). This milestone follows the directive outlined in the FAA Reauthorization Act of 2018 to address the safe integration of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) into the National Air […] The post FAA Aviation Rulemaking Committee Issues Final Recommendations for UAS Detection and Mitigation appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

WhiteFox Awarded $1M Phase I of a Multi-Phase Drone Defense Contract to Fortify South Asia’s Critical Infrastructure WhiteFox Defense Technologies, a prominent player in advanced airspace management and counter-drone defense solutions, has recently announced a $1 million contract in South Asia. This contract, representing the initial phase of a larger multi-phase project, aims to bolster […] The post Counter Drone Technology: White Fox Wins Drone Defense Contract in South Asia appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

New research on hydrogen fuel cells could help hydrogen powered drone industry. by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Hydrogen powered drones offer many significant benefits for the industry, including longer flight times and zero emissions. Hydrogen drones solve some of the challenges that batteries present, but hydrogen fuel cells have some challenges of their […] The post New Research Could Improve Prospects for Hydrogen Powered Drones appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Increasing Problems with Drones Over Stadiums as Super Bowl LVIII Approaches (and yes, there is a no fly zone.) A recent report from Dedrone, a leader in smart airspace security, has unveiled a concerning trend regarding illegal drone activity around major sporting events. According to a Dedrone press release, over 4,000 illegal drone flights were […] The post Drone Incursions at Stadiums Increasing Ahead of Super Bowl LVIII appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

This article published in collaboration with JUIDA, the Japan UAS Industrial Development Association. by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb JUIDA, the Japan UAS Industrial Development Association, recently announced their participation in relief efforts after the recent Noto Peninsula earthquakes in early January 2024. After receiving a request from Wajima City, Ishikawa Prefecture on January […] The post Japanese Drone Industry Rallies for Earthquake Recovery Efforts appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Drones help provide environmentally friendly solution to save island ecosystems By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill All images courtesy Island Conservation, used with permission. Many island communities throughout the world face enormous challenges, from rising sea levels to the introduction of non-native species that can destroy fragile ecosystems. An international non-governmental organization is using drone […] The post Drones Saving Island Ecosystems: An Interview with Island Conservation appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Antwerp-Bruges Gets UTM upgrade Unifly, a Terra Drone Corporation group company specializing in Unmanned Aerial System Traffic Management (UTM) systems, in collaboration with SkeyDrone, proudly announces a significant upgrade to the Port of Antwerp-Bruges’ (PoAB) UTM system, DronePortal. This enhancement aims to bolster the efficiency of drone operations within the complex airspace of the Port […] The post Terra Drone’s Unifly and SkeyDrone Enhance UTM System in Antwerp-Bruges Port Area appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Don’t miss this episode: MatrixSpace on the Drone Radio Show with host Randy Goers. David Cameron, Field Services Engineer and Lead UAS Pilot at MatrixSpace, talks about the evolution of drone as first responder programs and how MatrixSpace sensors can improve safety and operational efficiency of future DFR missions. Drone Radio Show · Getting to […] The post MatrixSpace on the Drone Radio Show: Getting to Drone-as-a-First-Responder 2.0 with Smaller, More Powerful Sensors appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Drone and E-Bike Delivery for DIY Tools in Rural Germany by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Germany-based drone delivery project LieferMichel recently announced a new partnership with Michelstadt-based DIY store PROFI MERTENS to deliver small items by an electric cargo bike or by a Wingcopter delivery drone. Customers can choose from a range of […] The post PROFI MERTENS Partners with LieferMichel for Drone Delivery Service in Germany appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Windracers ULTRA Autonomous Drone Initiates Test Flights in Antarctica for Environmental Research A specialized team has successfully arrived at the Rothera Research Station, marking the commencement of testing for the Windracers ULTRA autonomous drone in Antarctica. This innovative drone, designed for extreme environments, has the potential to significantly enhance the scientific capabilities of the British […] The post Windracers ULTRA Autonomous Drone Begins Tests in the Antarctic: Drones for Environmental Research in Challenging Environments appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Airspace Link Inc., an FAA-Approved UAS (Drone) Service Supplier and Low Altitude Authorization and Notification Capability (LAANC) provider, has been approved to provide the FAA’s B4UFLY service, says a company press release. B4UFLY is a joint effort between the FAA and industry leaders like Airspace Link. The initiative aims to ensure the safety of drone […] The post Airspace Link Approved to Provide FAA’s B4UFLY Service appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

AR5 Lifeboat Drone: Utilizing AI-powered Equipment to Save Lives at Sea TEKEVER, a prominent European leader in Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), recently achieved a milestone in maritime safety through the successful deployment of a lifeboat from its AR5 drone. The groundbreaking technology was demonstrated during a search and rescue exercise conducted by the Italian Coast […] The post TEKEVER AR5 Drone Successfully Demonstrates Lifeboat Deployment in Italian Coast Guard Search and Rescue Exercise appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

AeroX aims to develop Advanced Air Mobility system in North Carolina By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Advances in electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicle technology coupled with the development of new regulations regarding advanced air mobility (AAM) systems will likely pave the way for a new generation of vertiports to spring up around […] The post DRONELIFE Exclusive: Non-Profit AeroX on Developing Advanced Air Mobility in North Carolina appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Lockheed Martin Ventures Invests in Meteomatics: Revolutionizing Weather Forecasting with High-Resolution Models and Hyperlocal Drones Today, Meteomatics, the pioneering weather intelligence and technology firm, disclosed the successful closure of a strategic funding round with Lockheed Martin Ventures, the venture arm of Lockheed Martin Corporation (NYSE: LMT). This strategic investment marks a significant step in Meteomatics’ […] The post Lockheed Martin Ventures Invests in Meteomatics to Propel Precision Weather Forecasting appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Leading provider of Drone Show Technologies introduces exclusive animations for a romantic touch in the skies SPH Engineering, a trailblazer in Drone Show Technologies, is pleased to announce the release of Valentine’s Day ready-to-use animation sets, created by the industry’s foremost animators. These sets are meticulously designed for drone show providers looking to add a […] The post SPH Engineering Unveils Romantic Drone Animation Sets for Valentine’s Day Celebrations appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Archer Aviation’s Midnight Aircraft Completes Phase 1 of Flight Test Program in Three Months Archer Aviation Inc. (NYSE: ACHR), a prominent player in the electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft sector, has reached a significant milestone with the successful completion of Phase 1 in the flight test program for its Midnight aircraft. Drawing from […] The post Archer Aviation’s Midnight Aircraft Successfully Completes Phase 1 Flight Tests in Accelerated Three-Month Timeline appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

SkySafe CEO: Making Remote ID work will take a group effort By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Ensuring that the FAA’s regulation requiring drones to have Remote ID works as intended will require a cooperative effort among drone manufacturers, airspace-management entities, drone operators and the FAA itself, the CEO of a drone-detection software company said. […] The post DRONELIFE Exclusive: SkySafe CEO on Making Remote ID Work as Intended appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Drone Tech Startup Expands Portfolio with Mahendra Singh Dhoni-Backed Droni, Offering Impressive Features and Accessibility Garuda Aerospace, the forefront player in the Agri Drone Segment with a commanding 55% market share, has unveiled Droni, marking its inaugural foray into the consumer photography and cinematography drone sector. The launch represents a notable shift in an industry […] The post Garuda Aerospace Introduces Droni: India’s Smart Personal Drone in Consumer Photography and Cinematography appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Flying Lion on the Next Public Safety Drone Review! Tuesday, February 6 at 3:00 PM ET. The Public Safety Drone Review is a collaborative webcast, co-sponsored by DRONERESPONDERS and DRONELIFE. Register here for this free event, open to all. This month, hosts Timothy Martin and Miriam McNabb review the latest news stories about drones in public […] The post Flying Lion on the Public Safety Drone Review, Tuesday February 6 appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

The Neutrino LC OGI Optical Gas Imaging Camera Imaging company Teledyne FLIR recently announced their new Neutrino LC OGI optical gas imaging camera module, an ITAR-free mid-wave infrared (MWIR) imager, made in the USA, designed to detect, measure, and visualize harmful gas emissions. The Neutrino LC OGI is perfect for compact, low-power applications like UAVs, […] The post Detect, Measure, and Visualize Gas Emissions: Teledyne FLIR’s Neutrino LC OGI appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article