Revolutionizing Urban Air Mobility: NASA, Sikorsky, and DARPA's Leap into Autonomous Flight Technology by DRONELIFE Contributing Editor Paul Rossi Don't miss Paul with co-pilots Terry and Samuel on the new Weekly Wings podcast! Drone news from the pilot perspective. NASA's relentless pursuit of technological innovation has reached a new milestone with its recent … [Read more...] about Scott Howe on NASA’s Innovative Leap in Autonomy Software for Sikorsky Helicopters: A Glimpse into the Future of Air Taxis
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The Rise of Tiny FPV Drones in Warfare: How They’re Used
How Small, Affordable Drones are Changing the Battlefield in Ukraine and Beyond Recent headlines have drawn attention to the significant impact of tiny FPV (First Person View) drones in modern warfare. Articles such as "How Could A Drone Weighing Just a Few Pounds Blow up a 46 Ton Tank" from Forbes, a report from the Bulgarian Military on a Russian FPV drone pilot killing more … [Read more...] about The Rise of Tiny FPV Drones in Warfare: How They’re Used
NAAA Says Drones Won’t Replace Airplanes: DRONELIFE Exclusive Interview
Despite their growing presence, drones complement rather than replace manned aircraft in agriculture due to speed and capacity advantages, says NAAA CEO Andrew Moore. By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Despite the growth in the use of drones in agricultural applications, unmanned aerial vehicles likely will not displace the use of manned aircraft in the foreseeable … [Read more...] about NAAA Says Drones Won’t Replace Airplanes: DRONELIFE Exclusive Interview
What Would a ‘Drone Wall’ Look Like?
NATO Nations Unite to Create a High-Tech Border Defense System In a recent announcement, Lithuania's interior minister revealed a groundbreaking initiative: six NATO countries, including Lithuania, Latvia, Estonia, Poland, Finland, and Norway, are collaborating to construct a "drone wall" aimed at bolstering their border security. This unprecedented project is intended to … [Read more...] about What Would a ‘Drone Wall’ Look Like?
In the Wake of FAA Reauthorization, Drone Delivery Companies Plan Expansion
DroneUp Plans Major U.S. Expansion After FAA Reauthorization Boosts Drone Industry By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill DroneUp, one of the largest drone delivery companies in the U.S., will likely expand its operations as a direct result of the passage of the bill to reauthorize the Federal Aviation Administration, Anthony Vittone, the company's COO said in an … [Read more...] about In the Wake of FAA Reauthorization, Drone Delivery Companies Plan Expansion