Approval Marks a Milestone for Drone Delivery in the Middle East Matternet has announced approval from the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia to operate its M2 drone, marking the first time the nation’s General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA) has granted such approval. The decision follows GACA’s recognition that the M2 drone’s FAA Type Certification meets its airworthiness … [Read more...] about Matternet Receives Approval for M2 Drone Operations in Saudi Arabia
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Garuda Aerospace Deploys Free Drone Surveillance to Protect Olive Ridley Turtles
New initiative aims to combat illegal fishing and support conservation along Chennai's coastline. Garuda Aerospace has announced a three-month initiative to protect endangered Olive Ridley turtles along Chennai’s coastline. In partnership with the Tree Foundation and the Tamil Nadu Departments of Forest and Fisheries, the company is offering free drone surveillance to combat … [Read more...] about Garuda Aerospace Deploys Free Drone Surveillance to Protect Olive Ridley Turtles
Navigating the Limits: Federal Laws Restrict Counter-Drone Measures for Critical Infrastructure
Federal law limits counter-drone measures for infrastructure sites By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Recent incidents involving drones flying near sensitive government sites, such as military bases, or over other potentially vulnerable targets, such as sports stadiums, have raised significant questions as to the best way to protect these sites from incursions by drones … [Read more...] about Navigating the Limits: Federal Laws Restrict Counter-Drone Measures for Critical Infrastructure
DJI’s Big Move, US Drone Manufacturing and the Future of Counter UAS on Weekly Wings
In this episode of Weekly Wings, a DroneLife.com podcast, Paul Rossi and Terry Neff break down some of the most critical updates in the drone industry, including DJI’s decision to remove GeoZone restrictions and the broader implications of the ongoing U.S. push to eliminate Chinese drone influence. They discuss how this move aligns with the increasing difficulty of obtaining … [Read more...] about DJI’s Big Move, US Drone Manufacturing and the Future of Counter UAS on Weekly Wings
New Next-Generation Battery Technology Doubles Drone Flight Time
Breakthrough innovation offers longer flights and reliable performance in extreme climates As the U.S. government prioritizes supply chain resilience and reduces reliance on Chinese manufacturing, companies like BEI are contributing cutting-edge innovations to meet these goals. Founded in South Korea and now with offices in the United States, BEI is driving advancements that … [Read more...] about New Next-Generation Battery Technology Doubles Drone Flight Time
