As both commercial and recreational UAVs become more common, two recent events highlight the potential risk to other aircraft and onlookers.  In this DRONELIFE Exclusive guest post, Dr. Ryan Wallace of Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and the Boeing Center for...

New Application Enables Efficient Infrastructure and Terrain Mapping Wingcopter has announced an expansion of its offerings to include long-range beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) LiDAR surveying solutions. The Wingcopter 198, the company’s flagship drone, will be...

Commercial Drone Alliance Calls for Regulatory Clarity and Expanded Counter-UAS Authorities Lisa Ellman, Executive Director of the Commercial Drone Alliance (CDA), testified before the U.S. House of Representatives Subcommittee on Aviation today, February 6, 2025. Her...

Advanced Drone Designed for Critical Missions ideaForge Technology Limited has introduced NETRA 5, a new unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) designed for defense and security applications. The drone offers adaptability, advanced intelligence, and durability for complex...

The drone industry is poised for significant changes in 2025. A new U.S. administration, new leadership at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and shifting global conflicts will influence regulations, supply chains, and technological advancements. DRONELIFE...

Tests Validate Integration of Cucuyo P-100 Terminal with Cavok UAS Drones February 6, 2025 – Cucuyo and Cavok UAS have successfully completed flight tests integrating Cucuyo’s P-100 airborne laser communication terminal with Cavok UAS drones. The tests, conducted in...

New FAA Waiver Enhances Drone as First Responder Capabilities The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted the Elk Grove Police Department (EGPD) a waiver to operate its Drone as First Responder (DFR) program up to 400 feet across the city without requiring...

Collaboration Expands Capabilities for Public Safety, Infrastructure, and Utilitie Advexure, a U.S.-based provider of drone systems and technology solutions, has announced a partnership with MatrixSpace, a company specializing in AI-enhanced radar sensing. This...

New Collaboration Enhances Aerial Surveying Capabilities with Integrated LiDAR and Software Solutions GeoCue has announced a new partnership with UK-based drone manufacturer Clogworks Technologies Limited. This collaboration integrates GeoCue’s TrueView LiDAR and...

A Spectacular Display Showcases India’s Growing Drone Industry All images provided courtesy of BotLab Dynamics. On October 22, 2024, the Amaravati Drone Summit witnessed an unprecedented aerial spectacle as 5,500 drones took to the sky, setting five world records in a...