New platforms combine advanced hardware with US-developed software to meet diverse industrial needs. Anzu Robotics, LLC has announced its new Raptor and Raptor T drone platforms, marking the company’s entry into the competitive drone market. These platforms are distinguished by their combination of advanced hardware and secure, sophisticated software developed in the United States, in […] The post US-Based Anzu Robotics Launches Raptor Series Drones with Emphasis on Security and Performance appeared first on DRONELIFE ..read more

Osprey Drone to Enhance Infrastructure Inspection and ISR Capabilitie Skyfish, a Montana-based American drone manufacturer, has announced the release of the Osprey, a new lightweight drone designed for professional use in infrastructure inspections and intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance (ISR). The drone will be introduced at the upcoming AUVSI Xponential 2024 event, where it will be […] The post Skyfish Unveils New Portable American-Made, Engineering Grade Drone appeared first on DRONELIFE ..read more

Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) systems, commonly referred to as U-Space in Europe, are a critical piece of the ecosystem that will enable commercial drones and eVTOL to integrate safely and seamlessly with existing air traffic.  UTM is not a single system: it’s a complex structure of regulations, technologies, and relationships working together to provide new […] The post How Are Unmanned Traffic Management Systems Being Implemented Around the World? appeared first on DRONELIFE ..read more

The first AI-focused aviation center at Purdue aims to revolutionize autonomous flying through advanced research and development. Windracers, a leader in autonomous air transport, has partnered with Purdue University to establish the world’s first research center dedicated to the advancement of artificial intelligence (AI) in aviation. The Center on AI for Digital, Autonomous and Augmented […] The post Windracers Partners with Purdue University to Launch AI Aviation Center appeared first on DRONELIFE ..read more

New Features to Boost Precision Mapping in Agriculture, Resource Management, and Construction Montreal-based photogrammetry software developers SimActive recently announced that its Correlator3D™ end-to-end software platform has added compatibility with multi-camera systems, allowing for a wider range of photogrammetry products. The additional sensors include oblique, infrared, and multispatial cameras that can be mounted to either UAVs […] The post SimActive Enhances Correlator3D with Multi-Camera System Compatibility appeared first on DRONELIFE ..read more

The program at Amsterdam Drone Week is all about uban air mobility (UAM) and eVTOL – with a global focus on the opportunities and the challenges.  With many of the discussions still at a high level, there is one event that will bring it all down to earth, so to speak.  Volocopter has committed to […] The post Is Urban Air Mobility Ready for the Paris Olympics? From the Floor of Amsterdam Drone Week appeared first on DRONELIFE ..read more

New Updates to A2Z Drone Delivery’s Winch System Enhance Safety and Expand Capabilities A2Z Drone Delivery, Inc., a leader in commercial drone delivery solutions, announced the rollout of new safety features and hardware enhancements for their RDS2 commercial drone delivery winch. These updates, which are effective immediately, aim to support the broader adoption of drone […] The post A2Z Drone Delivery Enhances Winch System with New Safety and Hardware Features appeared first on DRONELIFE ..read more

One of the world’s biggest air mobility events opened today in Amsterdam, as Amsterdam Drone Week kicked off.  The event is uniquely global in nature, bringing stakeholders from around the world together to discuss regulations, operations, public opinion and integration. This morning, keynote addresses brought aviation leadership from Europe and the US together to discuss […] The post FAA, ICAO Tout Progress on Air Mobility: From the Floor of Amsterdam Drone Week appeared first on DRONELIFE ..read more

New Waiver Allows Extended Drone Operations at University-Managed Facility According to an article in Nevada Today, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has recently granted a crucial waiver under Title 49 of the United States Code for the operation of civil Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) at the Nevada Autonomous Test Site. Managed by Nevada Autonomous in […] The post FAA Approves Waiver for Nevada’s Unmanned Aircraft Systems Test Site appeared first on DRONELIFE ..read more

Swiss and US-based company aims to expand global operations and further develop its autonomous drone solutions for public safety. Fotokite, a company specializing in actively-tethered UAVs for firefighting and public safety, announced the successful closure of its Series B financing round, securing approximately CHF 10 million ($11 million). The funding is earmarked for accelerating growth, […] The post Fotokite Secures $11 Million in Series B Funding to Enhance Emergency Response Drone Technology appeared first on DRONELIFE ..read more