Category: Department of Defense
Robinson Helicopter Acquires Drone Maker Ascent AeroSystems
In a bid to expand its offerings and tap into the growing demand for unmanned aerial vehicles, Robinson Helicopter, America’s largest non-military helicopter manufacturer, has [more…]
FAA Grants Waiver for Civil Drone Operations at Nevada Test Site
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted the Nevada Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Test Site (UASTS) a waiver allowing civil (non-public) drone operations at a [more…]
The Rise of U.S. Drones Amid Anti-China Sentiment
In the heart of Utah, a small drone factory is experiencing a resurgence amidst growing anti-China sentiment. Teal Drones, founded by George Matus in 2015, [more…]
Former Obama Official at the Center of Debate Over Support for Chinese Drone Maker DJI
Concerns about national security are raised by the former attorney general’s covert push It’s been revealed that Loretta Lynch, the former Attorney General of the [more…]
Pentagon Pitches $1B Dream for Drone Army, Keeps Cards Close
Pentagon’s “Replicator” Drone Fleet: A Billion-Dollar Gamble In an ambitious move to bolster its military capabilities, the Pentagon has laid out plans to inject $1 [more…]
The Dawn of Pilotless Fighter Jets: U.S. Air Force Sets Sights on Future Warfare
Pentagon’s Plan for Affordable Unmanned Jet Fighters: AI Pilots The U.S. Air Force is on the brink of a groundbreaking shift in military aviation, embracing [more…]
Swarm Aero Selects Northwest Arkansas for Advanced Manufacturing of Drones
Drone Developer Swarm Aero Finds New Home in Arkansas Swarm Aero, a leading developer of large uncrewed aerial vehicle (UAV) swarms, has selected Northwest Arkansas [more…]
A Sub-$500 GPS-Free Drone Built in Less Than 24 Hours!
Revolutionizing Drone Technology: The Sub-$500 GPS-Free Drone In a remarkable feat of innovation and ingenuity, a team of drone enthusiasts has successfully constructed a drone [more…]
US Tightens Grip on Chinese Tech Firms Citing Military Links
Expanding the List of Risky Entities The United States Department of Defense has escalated its scrutiny of Chinese technology firms operating within its borders. In [more…]
Revolutionizing Defense: The Urgent Need to Scale Small UAS Capabilities in the US Military
Embracing Change in Defense Technology In a world where technology evolves at an unprecedented pace, the U.S. Department of Defense (DoD) finds itself at a [more…]