State aviation officials watched live flights at Gorman Field as CVS Health, Kelly Hills Unmanned, SkyfireAI and Thales demonstrated medical logistics and agricultural applications on North Dakota's statewide BVLOS network. The Northern Plains UAS Test Site (NPUASTS) hosted live flight demonstrations on the Vantis UAS system on September 16, 2026. The flights took place at … [Read more...] about Northern Plains UAS Test Site Flies Medical and Agricultural BVLOS Demos on Vantis at NASAO
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Envirotech Vehicles Unveils New US-Made Heavy Lift Drone
Houston-based electric vehicle manufacturer Envirotech Vehicles, Inc. recently announced the completion of their US-made heavy lift drone. The UAV, set up with a dual-use agricultural spray and wildfire suppression configuration, is the first American-made drone capable of carrying 1,500 pounds. Heavy Lifting With a 100 gallon liquid capacity, EVTV's drone provides American … [Read more...] about Envirotech Vehicles Unveils New US-Made Heavy Lift Drone
New Japanese Agriculture Spray Drone: 1.5 Hectares on 1 Battery
New 15L spray drone features enhanced waterproofing, AI-powered autonomy, and expanded coverage for Japanese farms by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb This article published in collaboration with JUIDA, the Japan UAS Industrial Development Association. Japanese domestic drone developer Mazex Corporation, headquartered in Higashiosaka City, Osaka Prefecture, recently … [Read more...] about New Japanese Agriculture Spray Drone: 1.5 Hectares on 1 Battery
Rotor Unveils Airtruck and Sprayhawk: Drones with Helicopter DNA
New Heavy-Lift UAVs Aim to Revolutionize Agricultural and Utility Operations with Extended Flight Times and Unmatched Payload Capacity by DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magil A New Hampshire-based company is combining the durability, extended flight time and heavy-lifting capabilities of helicopter technology with the maneuverability and autonomous operation of unmanned … [Read more...] about Rotor Unveils Airtruck and Sprayhawk: Drones with Helicopter DNA
