MassDOT says Amazon needs state approval for its Westborough facility, while a grassroots organization pushes for greater community involvement in drone delivery decisions. Amazon's proposed Prime Air drone delivery operation in Westborough, Massachusetts, faces additional regulatory review as residents organize to address the impact of commercial drone flights on their … [Read more...] about Amazon Drone Delivery Plan Faces State Review as Massachusetts Residents Organize
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University of Cincinnati Engineers Use Sound to Detect Drone Damage for NASA
Researchers recorded the sounds drones make with chipped or cracked propellers and failing motors. Their aim is to let a ground station flag a drone as unairworthy before takeoff. Engineers at the University of Cincinnati are using sound to help NASA detect damaged drone motors and propellers before a crash occurs. Prissha Chawla, a doctoral student in the UC College of … [Read more...] about University of Cincinnati Engineers Use Sound to Detect Drone Damage for NASA
SkyeBrowse Adds New Timelines Tools For Drone Surveys
The release lets drone teams compare up to 10 surveys of a site over time, measure earthwork against design, check accuracy against their own ground control and plan security cameras on the 3D model. SkyeBrowse announced a new set of features on October 20, 2026 for its videogrammetry platform for rapid 3D and 2D mapping. The release centers on SkyeBrowse Timelines and a group … [Read more...] about SkyeBrowse Adds New Timelines Tools For Drone Surveys
Wing and Walmart Launch Drone Delivery in Charlotte
Walmart customers across the Charlotte metro can now order drone delivery from Wing. The launch is part of an expansion to more than 270 stores over the next year. Wing and Walmart launched drone delivery in the Charlotte area on October 21, 2026. Walmart customers in the region can now order items for drone delivery powered by Wing, marking the official start of the service … [Read more...] about Wing and Walmart Launch Drone Delivery in Charlotte
Evolver DFR Launches Integrated Drone as First Responder Program
New offering combines Parrot aircraft, autonomous docking, and SkyfireAI software with training, regulatory support, and a multi-year purchasing model. Evolver DFR, a new offering from Drone Nerds and parent company XTI Aerospace, has launched an integrated Drone as First Responder (DFR) program for public safety agencies. The system combines aircraft, autonomous docking, … [Read more...] about Evolver DFR Launches Integrated Drone as First Responder Program
