Drone-management company Skyward expects uninterrupted access to its platforms during the COVID-19 crisis. The company released a statement Tuesday directed specifically to clients working in essential services or critical infrastructure. Skyward president Mariah Scott noted the company’s Skyward Aviation Management Platform will continue to give clients access to the … [Read more...] about Drone Firm Skyward Highlights Continuity During COVID-19 Crisis
What’s a Drone Racing Academy? Find out at DroneRacingLife
With the coronavirus pandemic causing national school shut-downs, educators and parents are looking for innovative ways to educate homebound students without boring them. To rev up remote learning, the Drone Racing League has unveiled DRL Academy ... READ MORE @DroneRacingLife … [Read more...] about What’s a Drone Racing Academy? Find out at DroneRacingLife
Wingcopter flies into delivery partnership with UPS
German UAV startup Wingcopter is collaborating with UPS Flight Forward to develop a next-generation delivery drone solution for packages. “Drone delivery is not a one-size-fits-all operation,” said Bala Ganesh, vice president of the UPS Advanced Technology Group. “Our collaboration with Wingcopter helps pave the way for us to start drone delivery service in new use-cases. … [Read more...] about Wingcopter flies into delivery partnership with UPS
Senator Asks FAA About State and Local Counterdrone Testing
A U.S. senator is asking the FAA to explain how counterdrone testing would work at the state and local level. Massachusetts Democrat Sen. Edward Markey, a ranking member of the Senate Commerce Subcommittee on Security, this month sent a letter to the FAA on the heels of a hearing in the Security Subcommittee. The hearing reportedly explored the “safety challenges of unmanned … [Read more...] about Senator Asks FAA About State and Local Counterdrone Testing
Now at Drone Flyers: Part 107 Resources for the Lockdown
Our sister publication, DroneFlyers, recently published a helpful resource for drone fans stuck at home. Ever thought about pursuing FAA certification? Check out this post: As public officials continue to urge people to stay home and practice social distancing amid the coronavirus outbreak, many are seeking novel ways to pass the time behind closed doors over the next few … [Read more...] about Now at Drone Flyers: Part 107 Resources for the Lockdown
