Kirkland-based radar maker opens an 86,350-square-foot plant capable of producing more than 30,000 MESA radars a year to meet counter-UAS demand. Echodyne has opened a new advanced radar manufacturing facility in Washington State, the company announced July 9, 2026. The Kirkland-based firm says the site significantly expands capacity for its patented MESA radar to meet demand … [Read more...] about Echodyne Expands U.S. Radar Manufacturing to Meet Global C-UAS Demand
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FAA Investigating Reported Drone Encounter on JetBlue Flight Approaching JFK
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is investigating after the crew of a JetBlue flight reported striking what they believed was a drone while approaching New York's John F. Kennedy International Airport on June 29. According to the FAA, the pilot of JetBlue Flight 948, an Airbus A321 arriving from Las Vegas, reported the encounter at approximately 3,000 feet while … [Read more...] about FAA Investigating Reported Drone Encounter on JetBlue Flight Approaching JFK
Danish Investigation Finds No Proof Drones Caused Copenhagen Airport Shutdown
Nine-month investigation underscores the need for better airspace awareness, not just more speculation News and Commentary. A nine-month investigation into the temporary shutdown of Copenhagen Airport last September has concluded without finding evidence that drones were responsible for the disruption. According to Danish police, investigators were unable to confirm that … [Read more...] about Danish Investigation Finds No Proof Drones Caused Copenhagen Airport Shutdown
Rogue Drone Detected. Now What?
SkySafe and Motorola Solutions integration highlights the next step in managing low-altitude airspace At the Motorola Solutions Summit 2026 this week, DRONELIFE had the opportunity to sit down with Melissa Swisher, CRO of SkySafe.io to discuss a growing challenge for public safety agencies. Without the authority or means to mitigate a drone, what happens after an unauthorized … [Read more...] about Rogue Drone Detected. Now What?
Public Safety Drone Leaders Discuss What Comes Next for cUAS, BVLOS, and Airspace Integration
Leaders from the Hogan Lovells and the Commercial Drone Alliance and DRONERESPONDERS discuss cUAS authority, BVLOS progress, and airspace awareness at national conference At the DRONERESPONDERS National Public Safety UAS Conference in Williamsburg, Virginia on March 10, 2026, industry and public safety leaders gathered to discuss the evolving regulatory environment for drone … [Read more...] about Public Safety Drone Leaders Discuss What Comes Next for cUAS, BVLOS, and Airspace Integration
