SkyfireAI, DBOX, Drone Nerds and XTI Aerospace combine infrastructure, software and integration expertise for U.S. deployment SkyfireAI and Lithuania-based DBOX have formed a new collaboration aimed at advancing integrated autonomous drone operations in the United States. The companies signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) during the Lithuania–U.S. Business Forum in … [Read more...] about Beyond the Drone and Dock: Building a System for Autonomous Operations
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Urban UAV Operations Need More than Drones
Cloud Century has implemented more than 200 drone docks in China, learning what urban drone operations require. In this guest post, Cloud Century’s Meng Xu says the future low-altitude economy depends on infrastructure, autonomous operations, drone docks, and AI-assisted operational intelligence. DRONELIFE does not accept or make payment for guest posts. Urban UAV Operations … [Read more...] about Urban UAV Operations Need More than Drones
The Silent Invasion: How Israel’s Small Drones Infiltrated Iran
In a dramatic escalation of Middle East tensions, Israel has deployed a sophisticated network of small drones, including First-Person View (FPV) systems, deep within Iranian territory. This unprecedented operation bears striking similarities to Ukraine's innovative drone tactics against Russia, suggesting a new chapter in modern warfare where small, agile unmanned systems can … [Read more...] about The Silent Invasion: How Israel’s Small Drones Infiltrated Iran
FAA Waiver Enables Fully Remote Drone Inspections with Docked Systems
Remote drone inspections from miles away: MFE to demo Skydio X10 and Dock across the U.S. under new FAA authorization by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNab Edmonton-based MFE Inspection Solutions, a leading provider of advanced inspection tools, has been granted a broad BVLOS (Beyond Visual Line of Sight) waiver by the FAA to operate the Skydio X10 and Dock for X10. … [Read more...] about FAA Waiver Enables Fully Remote Drone Inspections with Docked Systems
2025 Drone Industry Predictions: What’s Coming Next in Policy, Tech, and Global Markets
The drone industry is poised for significant changes in 2025. A new U.S. administration, new leadership at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and shifting global conflicts will influence regulations, supply chains, and technological advancements. DRONELIFE asked industry thought leaders what they thought the coming months would bring, highlighting key trends in … [Read more...] about 2025 Drone Industry Predictions: What’s Coming Next in Policy, Tech, and Global Markets
