Public Concerns Over Recent Drone Sightings Prompt Temporary Flight Bans The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has expanded temporary restrictions on drone flights in response to reports of unusual activity in the northeastern United States. On Friday, the FAA announced additional Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) prohibiting drone operations over 30 areas in southern … [Read more...] about FAA Imposes New Drone Flight Restrictions Amid Northeast Drone Sightings
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Drone Express Wants to Become the Amazon of Drone Delivery
Drone Express Aims to Revolutionize Delivery with Marketplace Model and Rapid Service Expansion By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Drone Express, based in Dayton, Ohio, is pursuing a business model that company officials hope will someday make it the Amazon of the drone delivery industry. The company, which recently launched delivery service operations in Winston-Salem, … [Read more...] about Drone Express Wants to Become the Amazon of Drone Delivery
Hollywood Meets Real-World Science: The RAAVEN Drone’s Journey from Supercell Research to the Big Screen
How a Storm-Chasing UAV Designed for Climate Studies Became a Star in Twisters, While Maintaining Its Crucial Role in Atmospheric Research by DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill For Professor Brian Argrow, the 2024 Super Bowl was an exciting event – not only for the big game itself – but it marked the first time he realized that a version of the drone he and his academic … [Read more...] about Hollywood Meets Real-World Science: The RAAVEN Drone’s Journey from Supercell Research to the Big Screen
Ukraine Invests in Domestic Defense Industry to Strengthen Post-War Economy
New Agreements Highlight Ukraine’s Commitment to Local Production of Military Technologies Ukraine is taking significant steps to bolster its defense capabilities and support its economy by focusing on domestic production. The Ministry of Defense has signed new agreements to procure locally produced drones, electronic warfare (EW) systems, and communication equipment, reports … [Read more...] about Ukraine Invests in Domestic Defense Industry to Strengthen Post-War Economy
Why Didn’t the Secret Service Use Drones to Protect Former President Trump?
The Role of Drones in Protecting High-Profile Events: A Lesson from the Trump Rally Shooting On July 13, a tragic incident unfolded at a rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, where a gunman, identified as 20-year-old Thomas Matthew Crooks, opened fire from a rooftop near where former President Donald Trump was speaking. This event resulted in the death of one rallygoer and serious … [Read more...] about Why Didn’t the Secret Service Use Drones to Protect Former President Trump?
