Category: Virginia
Drone Traffic Control: The FAA’s Attempt to Stop Sky Chaos Before It’s a Drone-apocalypse
Picture this: the skies are buzzing with drones delivering your pizza, your Amazon packages, and probably your neighbor’s shady “herbal supplements.” It’s like a futuristic [more…]
House Republicans Demand Action on 350 Drone Incursions Over U.S. Military Bases in 2024
In 2024, U.S. military bases faced over 350 unauthorized drone incursions, prompting House Republicans to demand urgent answers from federal agencies. The Subcommittee on Military [more…]
Trump’s 2026 Budget Boosts Drone Funding, Slashes F-35s in $893B Defense Plan
President Donald Trump’s fiscal 2026 defense budget, unveiled today, prioritizes drones and high-tech missiles while cutting F-35 jet purchases and Navy jobs, signaling a shift [more…]
AeroVironment Stock Surges 21% After Strong Q4 Earnings and Strategic Acquisition
AeroVironment, a leading drone manufacturer, saw its stock soar 21.6% on Wednesday after reporting fourth-quarter earnings that exceeded analyst expectations, driven by robust demand for [more…]
Chinese Signal Jammers Smuggled into U.S. Threaten Police and First Responder Drones
The Department of Homeland Security (DHS) has issued a stark warning about a surge in Chinese-made signal jammers being smuggled into the United States, raising [more…]
Michigan Drone Delivery Project Lands Second State Grant of $950,000
A pioneering drone delivery project in northern Michigan has landed its second significant state funding infusion, cementing the Grand Traverse area’s status as a premier [more…]
DoorDash and Wing Launch Drone Delivery in Charlotte, Boosting Fast Food Access
In a groundbreaking move for local logistics, DoorDash and Wing have introduced drone delivery in Charlotte, North Carolina, marking the city’s first foray into aerial [more…]
US Drone Makers Struggle to Break Free from Chinese Parts Dependency
The Pentagon’s push for thousands of American-made drones to counter China‘s dominance has exposed a harsh truth: U.S. drone manufacturers are heavily reliant on Chinese [more…]
NASA Advances Drone Safety with New Hazard Detection System
NASA is stepping up drone safety by testing an advanced software designed to predict airborne hazards before they occur, potentially revolutionizing drone operations across industries. [more…]
FAA Grants Sinclair Historic Approval for Drone Operations Over People and Vehicles
In a groundbreaking development for broadcast journalism, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted Sinclair, Inc. a blanket approval to operate unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), [more…]