Certification Enables Expanded BVLOS Operations in Dallas Fort Worth DroneUp has announced a major milestone in its drone delivery efforts. The company has secured a Part 135 air carrier certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This certification allows DroneUp to deliver third-party goods using drones Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS), even in populated … [Read more...] about DroneUp Receives FAA Part 135 Certification for Drone Delivery
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Palm Springs Police Department Aims to Revolutionize Drone Response with DFR 2.0
Expanding UAV Operations for Public Safety with Beyond Visual Line of Sight and Advanced Community Engagement by DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill The city of Palm Springs, California is planning to expand its police department’s current drone program early next year by launching what city officials are calling Drones as First Responders 2.0. Police Lt. William … [Read more...] about Palm Springs Police Department Aims to Revolutionize Drone Response with DFR 2.0
Drones Take Science to New Heights: UAF Research at AGU24
Exploring Snow, Sea Ice, and Remote Education with UAV Technology Scientists from the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) Geophysical Institute are leveraging drone technology to push the boundaries of research in challenging environments. At the 2024 American Geophysical Union (AGU) Fall Meeting, UAF researchers will present innovative projects showcasing drones’ … [Read more...] about Drones Take Science to New Heights: UAF Research at AGU24
CSIS Simulation Highlights Urgent Need to Strengthen U.S. Defense Industrial Base
A recent simulation conducted by the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) paints a stark picture of the U.S. defense industrial base, revealing critical vulnerabilities in its ability to support military operations in the event of a large-scale conflict. The findings underscore the urgent need for public-private partnerships, increased investment in … [Read more...] about CSIS Simulation Highlights Urgent Need to Strengthen U.S. Defense Industrial Base
Drone Operators vs. University of Michigan: Legal Battle Over Drone Ban Heads to Court
Group sues University of Michigan over drone ban By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill A hearing set for next month could determine whether the University of Michigan has the right to ban drone flights over all its properties. On December 17 the Michigan Court of Claims will hear arguments in the case of Michigan Coalition of Drone Operators vs. the Regents of the … [Read more...] about Drone Operators vs. University of Michigan: Legal Battle Over Drone Ban Heads to Court
