Innovators invited to shape the future of commercial drone technology in Amsterdam event The organizers of Commercial UAV Expo Europe have officially announced the Call for Speakers for their upcoming event, scheduled for April 8-10, 2025, at the RAI Amsterdam. This annual gathering brings together professionals from across the globe to explore the potential of commercial … [Read more...] about Commercial UAV Expo Europe Opens Call for Speakers for 2025
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FAA’s BVLOS Draft Rule at a Critical Crossroads: Update
Industry Leaders Call for Timely Action to Unlock Drone Potential: BVLOS Draft Moves from DOT to OMB The drone industry stands on the verge of significant growth, but bureaucratic delays threaten to stall its progress. A draft rule for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations, currently under review by the White House Office of Management and Budget (OMB), … [Read more...] about FAA’s BVLOS Draft Rule at a Critical Crossroads: Update
Romeo Durscher: A Legacy of Innovation, Ethics, and Purpose in the Drone Industry
As Romeo Durscher steps back from the drone industry, facing retirement due to a recent health diagnosis, he reflects on a career that has shaped not only technology but lives around the world. In this interview with DRONELIFE, Romeo shares stories from his remarkable journey—defined by curiosity, resilience, and a commitment to making a difference. From working at NASA while … [Read more...] about Romeo Durscher: A Legacy of Innovation, Ethics, and Purpose in the Drone Industry
WingXpand Announces Partnership with Raytheon and New VTOL Capability for Defense and Civil Missions
U.S.-Made Smart Plane Innovations Enhance Threat Detection and Tactical Flexibility WingXpand, an autonomous smart plane manufacturer based in St. Louis, Missouri, has announced a new collaboration with Raytheon, an RTX business known for its defense technology. This collaboration aims to advance capabilities in threat detection and operational flexibility for defense and … [Read more...] about WingXpand Announces Partnership with Raytheon and New VTOL Capability for Defense and Civil Missions
Airbound Secures $1.7 Million Seed Funding to Drive Economical Drone Delivery Solutions
New funding from Lightspeed and gradCapital supports Airbound's mission to transform last-mile delivery through cost-effective, efficient drones. Drone technology startup Airbound has raised $1.7 million in a seed round led by venture capital firm Lightspeed, with additional backing from gradCapital. This funding will help Airbound further develop its innovative TRT delivery … [Read more...] about Airbound Secures $1.7 Million Seed Funding to Drive Economical Drone Delivery Solutions
