(Source: Market Watch) Next generation commercial drones achieve a complete replacement of existing commercial airfreight delivery systems, they are used for 3D mapping, commercial pipeline observation, border patrol, package delivery, photography, and agriculture. They are more energy efficient, last longer and have a significantly lower cost of operation than manned … [Read more...] about New Report Says Commercial Drones Market Worth $4.8 billion by 2021
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Drone Periscope: GE Launches 5-Day Livestreaming Bonanza
(Source: fastcocreate.com) Whether it's a Jeff Goldblum/Tim & Eric lightbulb informercial, inviting Matthew Dear to make music out of industrial machines, or just an arty Instagram shot a of jet engine, General Electric has proven itself to be a brand unafraid of experimenting with platform and format. Next week the brand takes another bold step in its quest to … [Read more...] about Drone Periscope: GE Launches 5-Day Livestreaming Bonanza
Lufthansa Looks to Drones for Future Fixes
Germany’s national airline carrier announced that it would explore ways to integrate drone use into its business model. Speaking to reporters on Monday, Lufthansa CEO Carsten Spohr said the carrier may delve into drone pilot training and UAV maintenance as new market opportunities. Spohr told the Financial Times that the company has “considerable know-how” in the sector and … [Read more...] about Lufthansa Looks to Drones for Future Fixes
French Energy Firm Deploys Pipeline Inspection Drone
One of Europe’s largest natural gas transmission firms will look to drone technology to help ensure the safety and operation of gas lines. French company GRTgaz announced the hiring of Air Marine, a French aerial-data company, to conduct monthly inspections on 50 miles of natural gas pipeline. According to a company press release, the first pilot inspections too place over … [Read more...] about French Energy Firm Deploys Pipeline Inspection Drone
American Professionals Pass Sky-Futures Training Qualifications Test
Last week has seen the approval of three new remote pilots, among which are also the first two USA Remote Pilots for Sky-Futures. A leading name in Oil and Gas inspections through the use of Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS), Sky-Futures is proud to be working with skilled American professionals. More qualifications have been given to 3 inspection engineers who have successfully … [Read more...] about American Professionals Pass Sky-Futures Training Qualifications Test
