Category: BVLOS
NYPA Gets FAA Waiver for Remote Drone Operations
The New York Power Authority (NYPA) has received a significant boost to its drone program. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted NYPA a waiver [more…]
FAA Authorizes Commercial Drone Flights Without Visual Observers
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has taken a significant step forward in advancing commercial drone operations in the United States. In a recent development reported [more…]
Nokia and Swisscom Launch World’s Largest AI-Powered Drone Network for Emergency Response
Nokia and Swisscom Broadcast have unveiled the world’s largest Drones-as-a-Service network in Switzerland, aimed at enhancing the country’s emergency response capabilities. This innovative platform, reportedly [more…]
First Responders Fight to Keep Chinese DJI Drones in US Skies
Police departments and rescue workers are pushing back against efforts to ban Chinese-made DJI drones in the United States, according to a recent report from [more…]
Drone Ban CCP Update, 1st Cat 2 Drone, New DJI Model, & FAA Authorizes Commercial BVLOS
Welcome to Weekly UAS News Update. We have four stories for you this week: The Canning CCP Drone Act update (not a good one) A [more…]
FAA Approves First Category 2 Drone for Flight Over People
AVSS announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has approved the first Category 2 drone for operations over people. This landmark decision allows commercial operators [more…]
Michigan Invests Millions in Drone Infrastructure to Lead Air Mobility Revolution
Michigan is taking bold steps to position itself at the forefront of the Drone Industry, as reported by Axios Detroit. The state’s Democratic leadership has [more…]
Walmart’s Drone Delivery Program Faces Unexpected Challenge from Gun Owners
According to a recent report by Fortune, Walmart’s ambitious drone delivery program has encountered an unforeseen obstacle: gun owners shooting down delivery drones. This development [more…]
Redmond Police Deploy Drones as First Responders, Enhancing 911 Response
The Redmond Police Department has implemented a cutting-edge Drone As A First Responder (DFR) pilot program, utilizing a DJI Matrice 3D drone in a box [more…]
Axon and Skydio Partner to Deliver Scalable Drone Solutions for Public Safety
Axon and Skydio announced the launch of an end-to-end offering for drones in public safety, including a scalable Drone as First Responder (DFR) solution. This [more…]