Nationwide funding supports counter-UAS capabilities for state and local agencies, but questions remain about whether the funding will meet demand. The Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) is accepting applications for $250 million in counter-drone grants under its Fiscal Year 2027 Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) Grant Program. Applications are due November 16, … [Read more...] about FEMA’s $250 Million Counter-Drone Grant Deadline Approaches: Applications Due November 16
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Matternet Gains Access to More Than 2,300 North American Hospitals Through Swisslog Healthcare Partnership
New distribution agreement could give Matternet a competitive advantage in hospital drone delivery by leveraging an established healthcare sales network. Matternet has announced a partnership with TransLogic, a Swisslog Healthcare company, that could significantly expand its reach in the hospital drone delivery market. Under the agreement, TransLogic's sales team will offer … [Read more...] about Matternet Gains Access to More Than 2,300 North American Hospitals Through Swisslog Healthcare Partnership
FCC Opens 50 MHz of Cellular Spectrum for Drone Operations
New rules remove a decades-old restriction on airborne use of the 800 MHz Cellular band. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) voted on October 29 to remove a longstanding restriction on drone use of the 800 MHz Cellular band. The decision opens 50 megahertz of licensed spectrum for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS). The new rules allow drones to use the spectrum for … [Read more...] about FCC Opens 50 MHz of Cellular Spectrum for Drone Operations
Zipline Announces Quieter Drone Deliveries as Communities Raise Noise Concerns
New flight software reduces modeled sound exposure by 68%, addressing a growing concern as drone delivery expands into residential areas. Drone delivery company Zipline has announced new flight technology designed to make its aircraft quieter. The update comes as some drone delivery operators face growing community concerns about noise and other impacts on residential … [Read more...] about Zipline Announces Quieter Drone Deliveries as Communities Raise Noise Concerns
FCC Proposes New Rules for Drone Communications and Counter-Drone Radar
November vote would expand low-altitude aviation data links, support drone-detection radar, and update satellite connectivity rules. The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) will consider new rules to support drone communications and counter-drone detection at its November 19 open meeting. The proposals would expand access to radio spectrum for unmanned aircraft systems … [Read more...] about FCC Proposes New Rules for Drone Communications and Counter-Drone Radar
