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A UK court ordered a photographer to pay over $1100 in fines after he nearly crashed into DJ Fatboy Slim at a beachside concert. by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Local Brighton news channels report that as a crowd of 8,500 partied away at Brighton Beach on July 22, 2022, the electronic music producer’s […] The post Close Call at Concert: Photographer Fined for Near-Miss Drone Incident with DJ Fatboy Slim appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

California Appellate Court’s Decision Impacts Public Access to Police Drone Footage by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Last week, a California appellate court ruled that video footage from police drones collected in response to 911 calls is not automatically exempt from public record. The decision by the California Court of Appeal for the Fourth […] The post Court Ruling on Police Drone Footage: A Shift in Public Record Norms appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Urgent Call for Senate to Pass FAA Reauthorization As the Senate reconvenes January 8, 2024 after the holiday break, Congressman Steve Cohen (TN-9), the Ranking Member of the Aviation Subcommittee, is urging his colleagues to swiftly pass the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) reauthorization bill. The House has already passed its version of the bill, the […] The post Will Senate Finally Pass FAA Reauthorization? appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

ASTM SDSP Standard: Expanding the UTM Ecosystem In a significant step towards managing the growing volume of metrics for low-altitude, autonomous flight, MatrixSpace and INVOLI have jointly led the publication of the first F3623-23 Standard Specification for Surveillance Supplementary Data Service Provider (SDSP) by ASTM International. SDSPs play a crucial role in supporting Unmanned Aircraft […] The post MatrixSpace, INVOLI Co-Lead in Publishing the First ASTM SDSP Standard appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Drones in China: Unregulated Airspace Expansion to Boost Domestic UAV Industry and Align with International Standards by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Asia Nikkei, in partnership with Chinese business news conglomerate Caixin, recently reported on newly announced changes by Chinese civil air authorities that could see more of China’s airspace opened up to drones […] The post China’s Airspace Reformation: A New Era for Drones and eVTOLs appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

A Strategic Alliance: Expanding Market Reach and Fostering Innovation in the Drone Industry Spirit Aeronautical Systems S.A., a leading Greek manufacturer of rotary and fixed-wing weaponized drones, and Garuda Aerospace S.A., a prominent Indian manufacturer of drones for civil applications, have announced a strategic partnership aimed at mutual growth and innovation. The partnership is expected […] The post Spirit Aeronautical Systems S.A. and Garuda Aerospace S.A. Form Partnership to Expand Growth appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

News and Commentary. Kentucky’s House Bill 45 is being touted as a privacy bill – and addresses a wide range of dystopian future scenarios, including microchipping people without their permission, disseminating deep fakes, and installing tracking devices on humans or property. The sections on drone use, however, could have a negative impact on drone use […] The post Proposed Kentucky Privacy Law Could Be Devastating for Commercial Drones appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Teal Drones wins new contract to supply aerial systems to patrol U.S. borders By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Federal agencies tasked with maintaining control of U.S. borders are increasingly turning to the use of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) to provide “eyes in the sky,” to spot the movements of drug smugglers and undocumented immigrants. […] The post Teal Drones Secures $90 Million Border Patrol Contract and Explores Future Defense Opportunities: DRONELIFE Exclusive Interview appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

DJI Enterprise Releases Winter Drone Guidelines to Address Cold Weather Challenges Be ready for the next winter storm. In an effort to enhance the safety and performance of drone operations in cold weather conditions, DJI, the world’s largest drone manufacturer, has released Winter Drone Guidelines. Whatever drone you fly, these comprehensive guidelines address common issues […] The post Baby, it’s Cold Outside: DJI Enterprise Publishes Winter Drone Guidelines appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Ziyan Unveils New Generation Cargo Unmanned Helicopter: GreyWhaleG1 Ziyan is ringing in the new year of 2024 with the release of its latest innovation, the GreyWhaleG1. This new generation cargo unmanned helicopter is set to revolutionize air transport solutions across challenging terrains. Announced on the company’s Facebook page, the GreyWhale G1 is designed for transporting […] The post Ziyan’s GreyWhaleG1: Raising the Bar for Unmanned Cargo Helicopters 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 Minato City-based industrial conglomerate Kawasaki Heavy Industries recently successfully tested their helicopter-like “K-RACER-X2” VTOL at Ina Ski Resort, Nagano, Japan. Due to the declining population of Japan’s mountainous regions and the poorly maintained ground infrastructure, […] The post Kawasaki Heavy Industries Tests Unmanned K-RACER-X2 VTOL for High-Altitude Deliveries in Japan’s Mountainous Regions appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Explosive growth or steady progress? Drone delivery in 2024 is moving forward. The drone delivery sector has been the subject of numerous articles in recent months, with a variety of news outlets discussing its potential. A report from Future Market Insights projects significant growth for the industry, estimating that the global drone delivery service market […] The post Drone Delivery in 2024: A Balanced Perspective appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

FlyRoute Launches Service Partner Program to Foster Entrepreneurship and National Expansion FlyRoute, a leading drone service provider for athletics, has announced the launch of its Service Partner Program. This initiative will empower entrepreneurs by offering them the opportunity to own a FlyRoute service territory, marking the company’s first steps towards national expansion. FlyRoute has carved […] The post FlyRoute Empowers Entrepreneurs with Service Partner Program, Paving the Way for National Expansion and Innovation in Drone Services appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Ciconia Tests Collision Avoidance System on Manned Helicopters, Paving Way for Unmanned Aircraft Ciconia, an Israel-based aviation technology company, has successfully tested its latest Coordination & Collision Avoidance System (C&CAS) on two helicopters. The system, which is designed for both manned and unmanned aircraft, has been tailored to support firefighting operations. The flight test aimed […] The post Supporting Complex Firefighting Operations: Ciconia’s Coordination and Collision Avoidance System Tested on Manned Helicopters appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

EHang’s EH216-S Passenger-Carrying Aerial Vehicles Successfully Conducted Commercial Flight Demonstrations in Guangzhou and Hefei: Moving Aerial Mobility in China Forward EHang Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: EH), a global leader in urban air mobility (“UAM”) technology, has announced the successful debut commercial flight demonstrations of its certified EH216-S pilotless passenger-carrying aerial vehicles in Guangzhou and Hefei. These […] The post EHang’s EH216-S Passenger Aerial Vehicles Successfully Complete Commercial Flight Demonstrations in Guangzhou and Hefei, Paving the Way for Aerial Mobility Integration in China appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Don’t miss Michael Robbins of AUVSI on the Drone Radio Show, as he and host Randy Goers discuss efforts to strengthen U.S. competitiveness in the drone industry – and why this is critical to ensure economic growth, safety and security. Drone Radio Show · Advancing Drone Innovation and U.S. Competitiveness: Michael Robbins, Chief Advocacy Officer […] The post Advancing Drone Innovation and U.S. Competitiveness: AUVSI on the Drone Radio Show! appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

DRONELIFE is pleased to present this insightful guest post by Matt Sloane, the Founder and CEO of Skyfire Consulting. As a prominent figure in the drone industry, Matt brings a wealth of expertise and firsthand experience to the table. In this reflective piece, he shares valuable observations on the state of the drone industry in […] The post Skyfire Consulting’s Matt Sloane on the State of the Drone Industry: and His Predictions for 2024 appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Indian Army Awards Contract to Johnnette Technologies for Supply of Made-in-India Johnnette JF-2 Tactical, India’s First Crash Resistant Drone Johnnette Technologies, a leading Indian Unmanned Systems manufacturer headquartered in Noida, has secured a contract from the Indian Army to supply its flagship tactical fixed-wing UAV, the Johnnette JF-2, for border surveillance. The company proudly asserts […] The post Johnnette Technologies Secures Contract to Supply Crash-Resistant UAV for Indian Army Border Surveillance appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Unifly Successfully Completes Groundbreaking UTM Cybersecurity Model Project in Partnership with FAA Terra Drone Corporation‘s UTM Solutions provider Unifly, has announced the successful completion of the Unified UTM Cybersecurity Model project in collaboration with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The project, awarded under the Broad Agency Announcement call 003, aimed to refine a UTM cybersecurity model, […] The post Unifly Successfully Completes Groundbreaking UTM Cybersecurity Model Project in Partnership with FAA and Industry Stakeholders 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 A partnership between Japanese and Mongolian UAV and healthcare organizations recently completed a blood delivery between an Ulaanbataar hospital and transfusion center with the intention of eventually establishing regular medical delivery services in the area. […] The post Japan, Mongolia Establish Drone Delivery of Blood Supplies: Level 4 BVLOS Operations appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Dragon Firefighter Flying Robot: The Future of Firefighting In a groundbreaking development, scientists have created a new ally for firefighters: the Dragon Firefighter. This flying firehose is designed to combat the most dangerous fires, providing a safer alternative for human firefighters. The Dragon Firefighter is the brainchild of a team of Japanese researchers. “We here […] The post “Dragon Firefighter” Robot Fights Fires from a Distance appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Don’t miss this opportunity to hear David Shilliday, VP and GM of Honeywell‘s Advanced Air Mobility unit on the Drone Radio Show with host Randy Goers as they discuss the recent award of $10 billion in AAM related contracts and what this means for the future of advanced air mobility. Drone Radio Show · Honeywell’s […] The post Honeywell’s Advanced Air Mobility Unit on the Drone Radio Show! appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Aviation Pioneers Kevin Morris and Huy Tran on the 2023 Highlights in Unmanned Aircraft Systems and Advanced Air Mobility: from the Dawn of Drones interview. By: Akshata 2023 has been an important year for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), in terms of significant progress. In this exclusive year-in-review with industry experts […] The post Navigating the Skies: FAA and NASA Unveil Top 3 Breakthroughs in UAS and AAM for 2023 appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

Associate Professor Satoshi Suzuki and Team Pioneer Affordable Solutions with Innovative GNSS-Based Drone, Redefining Precision in Close-Range Powerline Inspection by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb A team of researchers led by Associate Professor Satoshi Suzuki from Chiba University recently announced that they had developed an innovative new low-cost UAV designed for powerline inspection. While […] The post Cheaper Sensors for Drone Powerline Inspections: Chiba University Researchers Unveil Breakthrough Low-Cost UAV Technology appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article

One of the major barriers to the adoption of advanced air mobility technology is public perception. Volocopter continues to demonstrate its eVTOLS around the world, winning over hearts and minds of the next generation. by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb German advanced air mobility company Volocopter recently announced successful crewed missions in Osaka and […] The post Volocopter in Japan: Winning Hearts and Minds appeared first on DRONELIFE. View the full article