Xponential, one of the largest trade shows focused on the commercial UAV industry, took place last week and, being a trade show, it was energizing, invigorating, exhausting and, at times, slightly insane. One word heard over and over, a word that was on the tips of everyone’s lips was “opportunity.” Asked about his time at PrecisionHawk to date, Michael Chasen, the CEO who … [Read more...] about What Did Xponential Tell Us About the State of the Commercial Drone Industry
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Airbus Makes Move into Commericial Drone Space with “Airbus Aerial”
Airbus today announced the launch of a new commercial drone start-up, named Airbus Aerial, that will focus on developing new imagery services. These services will leverage technology that Airbus has developed over the years and uses with satellites and complement that with imaging from drones and other high altitude aircraft. “Through Airbus Aerial, we are uniquely positioned … [Read more...] about Airbus Makes Move into Commericial Drone Space with “Airbus Aerial”
Unifly Wins ‘Best Emerging Drone Company’ Award in the EU Drone Awards.
On Tuesday January 24th, 2017 the first EU Drone Awards were presented at the European Parliament in Brussels. The EU Drone Awards are an organisation of the European Young Innovators Forum (EYIF) with the goal of boosting the European drone industry. Out of 50 candidates from 14 countries 9 finalists were selected in 3 categories: Best Drone Manufacturer, Best Drone-based … [Read more...] about Unifly Wins ‘Best Emerging Drone Company’ Award in the EU Drone Awards.
MTSI & SOAR Oregon Receive Flight Test Contract for the self piloted Vahana
from MTSI — Vahana, an electric, self-piloted vehicle project being developed by A³, the advanced projects and partnerships outpost of Airbus Group in Silicon Valley, recently awarded a Flight Test and Range Services contract to Modern Technology Solutions, Inc. (MTSI), and their partner, SOAR Oregon (SOAR). Vahana is a self-piloted flying vehicle platform for individual … [Read more...] about MTSI & SOAR Oregon Receive Flight Test Contract for the self piloted Vahana
5 Winners to Airbus Drone Challenge Announced
Airbus Group SE and Local Motors Inc. held a ceremony held at which they announced the winners of the “Airbus Cargo Drone Challenge ”, a co-creation competition for the next generation of commercial drones, which both companies launched in April. The challenge solicited designs that would 1) be designed for vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL), and efficient forward flight; a … [Read more...] about 5 Winners to Airbus Drone Challenge Announced
