Advancing Technology Aerial Firefighting Through Massive Multimodal Mobility By: Dawn Zoldi The United States (U.S.) is on fire… literally. According to the National Interagency Fire Center, this calendar year the nation has experienced 39,955 wildfires, two thousand plus more than the ten-year average (37,675). Thus far, 104 large fires have ravaged 2.4 million … [Read more...] about Fighting Wildfires with Advanced Technology Aerial Firefighting
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BREAKING: DOD Statement on DJI Drones
The U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) has clarified their position on Chinese made drones. In a DOD statement on DJI drones, the agency stated that "systems produced by Da Jiang Innovations (DJI) pose potential threats to national security." (Read the full statement here.) The statement appears to be in response to a recent Pentagon audit, released to the public, which … [Read more...] about BREAKING: DOD Statement on DJI Drones
On the Frontline with Verizon’s Crisis Response Team: Drones, Phones, and Communications Wherever and Whenever They’re Needed
Communications giant Verizon is a global presence in communications: and in the drone industry, Verizon Skyward is a leading drone management platform. 5G, drone inspections, and drone communications make Verizon an important player in the drone industry. For one department in the company, however, drones are being used as a critical tool for emergency … [Read more...] about On the Frontline with Verizon’s Crisis Response Team: Drones, Phones, and Communications Wherever and Whenever They’re Needed
In a Rare Public Appearance, Wing CTO Adam Woodworth Talks About Drone Delivery Today
Wing CTO Adam Woodworth is one of the most influential aviation experts in the drone industry today - but very few people would recognize him. In a rare public appearance at this year's SxSW conference, Woodworth talks about developing an aircraft that will allow millions of people to experience drone delivery in their daily lives. Wing has offered the world it's first look … [Read more...] about In a Rare Public Appearance, Wing CTO Adam Woodworth Talks About Drone Delivery Today
The 2021 Women to Watch in UAS Global Awards!
Launched! The 2021 Women to Watch in UAS Global Awards 5th Year Anniversary Program is Here Five years together supporting & inspiring women to break boundaries and thrive. By Guest Contributor: Dawn M.K. Zoldi* Women and Drones is pleased to announce that the milestone 5th Anniversary Women To Watch (WTW) in UAS Global Awards 2021 initiative has … [Read more...] about The 2021 Women to Watch in UAS Global Awards!
