Project Enhances UAS Capabilities for Safer Airspace Integration The University of North Dakota (UND) is partnering with GrandSKY on a NASA-funded project to enhance Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS) forecasting. By integrating data collected from "Meteodrone," the project aims to develop a high-accuracy weather forecasting system. The initiative will improve flight planning and … [Read more...] about University of North Dakota and GrandSKY Collaborate on NASA-Funded UAS Weather Forecasting Project
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Event 38 and Phoenix Air Unmanned Complete BVLOS Pipeline Inspection Demo
Successful Fixed-Wing VTOL Flight Covers 320 Miles for Shell Pipeline Corporation Event 38 Unmanned Systems and Phoenix Air Unmanned (PAU) have completed a beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) pipeline inspection demo using the E455 fixed-wing vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) drone. The demonstration covered 320 miles in just under 7.6 flight hours, validating the potential … [Read more...] about Event 38 and Phoenix Air Unmanned Complete BVLOS Pipeline Inspection Demo
Dufour Aerospace’s Aero2 Completes Historic Hybrid-Electric Test Flights
The Aero2 Self-Charges Batteries Mid-Flight, Setting a New Standard for Sustainable Cargo and Remote Sensing Solutions by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNab Swiss drone manufacturer Dufour Aerospace recently announced the completion of its first flight test campaign with their in-house hybrid electric powertrain for its Aero2 drone. The Aero2 flew several test flights in … [Read more...] about Dufour Aerospace’s Aero2 Completes Historic Hybrid-Electric Test Flights
Utah Partners with BETA Technologies to Launch Electric Aviation Ahead of 2034 Winter Olympics
Landmark Agreement Signed During Utah Aerospace & Defense Day Showcases Vision for Statewide Electric Aircraft Network and Sustainable Air Transportation by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb In recent news from Salt Lake City, the Utah Aerospace & Defense group (47G) is scheduled to sign a landmark agreement with South Burlington, Vermont-based electric aircraft … [Read more...] about Utah Partners with BETA Technologies to Launch Electric Aviation Ahead of 2034 Winter Olympics
Durham County Council Leverages Drone Technology for Solar Farm Inspections
New Drone-in-a-Box System Enhances Efficiency at the Morrison Busty Low-Carbon Depot Revolutionizing Solar Panel Inspections Durham County Council has adopted advanced drone technology to inspect over 5,000 solar panels at the Morrison Busty low-carbon depot in the UK. The innovative approach drastically reduces inspection time and resources. The 23-acre solar site powers … [Read more...] about Durham County Council Leverages Drone Technology for Solar Farm Inspections