The Swiss Federal Office of Civil Aviation (FOCA) announced today that they have deployed the Swiss U-Space flight information management system for drones, or the FIMS. Regardless of complex terms and 3-letter acronyms, the big idea behind unmanned traffic management (UTM) is to allow air traffic management to understand what drone operators are doing - and for drone … [Read more...] about Switzerland’s U-Space: Enabling a “Safe and Open Drone Economy” With Aviation Data Exchange Hub
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“Respected Access is Open Access”: US Forest Service, TreadLightly!, and AirMap Partner to Help Drone Operators Find Legal Fly Zones
It's undeniable that drones are an amazing way to enjoy some of the most stunning scenery that the U.S. has to offer. Wilderness areas, however, are designed to protect wildlife - and unfortunately, any motorized equipment - including drones - can disrupt or disturb protected animal populations. That's why Tread Lightly!, a national educational non-profit, has partnered … [Read more...] about “Respected Access is Open Access”: US Forest Service, TreadLightly!, and AirMap Partner to Help Drone Operators Find Legal Fly Zones
AirMap Adds Another Partnership: CerbAir to Collaborate on UTM and Counter UAS Integration
AirMap and CerbAir collaborate to integrate UTM and Counter-UAS technologies for a comprehensive low-altitude airspace safety and security solution. AirMap continues to execute rapidly on its strategy of partnership and collaboration. This week, the company announced a new deal with CerbAir, French producer of counter-UAS technology. The following is an AirMap press … [Read more...] about AirMap Adds Another Partnership: CerbAir to Collaborate on UTM and Counter UAS Integration
Drone Industry Veteran AirMap Signs Strategic Agreement with Defense Systems Giant Raytheon: Why That’s Significant
In recent months, airspace intelligence and now unmanned traffic management (UTM) company AirMap has formed a number of new partnerships, as the company has worked to partner with companies across the globe. One important strategy has been to partner with companies already significant in air traffic management, such as their partnership with Indra, a leading company in air … [Read more...] about Drone Industry Veteran AirMap Signs Strategic Agreement with Defense Systems Giant Raytheon: Why That’s Significant
Why Counter Drone Technology is a Critical Piece of UTM: Fortem Technologies on Partners and Collaborators
Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) is a critical step in full integration of drones into the airspace. Until a robust framework that allows manned aircraft pilots and airports to feel confident that they know exactly what's in the airspace, commercial drone applications will be limited - and safety will continue to be a concern. UTM isn't one thing - it's a complex structure … [Read more...] about Why Counter Drone Technology is a Critical Piece of UTM: Fortem Technologies on Partners and Collaborators
