This article published in collaboration with JUIDA, the Japan UAS Industrial Development Association. Tokyo-based drone operator TRIPLE7 completed a large-scale cargo drone trial on Japan's Hokuriku Shinkansen line on December 19, 2025. The test, conducted in partnership with West Japan Railway Company (JR West) and JR West Shoji, deployed the DJI FlyCart … [Read more...] about TRIPLE7 and JR West Test Heavy-Lift Drone Logistics on Japan’s Hokuriku Shinkansen
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Archer Aviation Launches Multiple Applications for eVTOL Integration Pilot Program
Archer Aviation has announced partnerships with multiple U.S. cities to submit applications under the White House's eVTOL Integration Pilot Program (eIPP), designed to accelerate electric air taxi operations across the nation. Established through President Trump's "Unleashing Drone Dominance" Executive Order, the program creates operational pathways for leading American eVTOL … [Read more...] about Archer Aviation Launches Multiple Applications for eVTOL Integration Pilot Program
La. Drone Institute to Renovate Building, Welcome UAV Manufacturer
By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill In a move that’s expected to bring more than 1,300 drone-related jobs to the area, a company that offers UAV pilot training and markets commercial data products plans to renovate its current facility in order to expand its operations in its home town of Lafayette, Louisiana. Drone Institute, LLC announced a $340,000 expansion of its … [Read more...] about La. Drone Institute to Renovate Building, Welcome UAV Manufacturer
Blue Marble Shows How AI and LiDAR Deliver ROI for Rail Operators
A New Moment for BVLOS Operations Drone operators in the U.S. now have more access to Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) waivers than ever before. These waivers allow a single operator to fly longer routes without placing observers along the entire path. The FAA’s recent publication of the BVLOS Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) also marks the first step toward routine … [Read more...] about Blue Marble Shows How AI and LiDAR Deliver ROI for Rail Operators
Overcoming the Interference Barrier: vHive Enables Autonomous Tower Surveys on the DJI Matrice 4E
New interference-resilient capability restores true autonomy for telecom tower digitization vHive has announced exclusive support for fully autonomous tower surveys using the DJI Matrice 4E, marking a major step forward in overcoming radio-interference challenges at telecom sites. The company says its new capability resolves the long-standing issue that has limited the use of … [Read more...] about Overcoming the Interference Barrier: vHive Enables Autonomous Tower Surveys on the DJI Matrice 4E
