The Association for Unmanned Vehicles Systems International (AUVSI) has announced eight finalists from the drone community for the inaugural AUVSI XCELLENCE Humanitarian Award. The award, sponsored by DJI, recognizes five organizations and/or individuals that have used drone technology for humanitarian or philanthropic good. Five winners will be chosen from the shortlist and … [Read more...] about AUVSI XCELLENCE Humanitarian Award Finalists Announced
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AUVSI Xponential: The Biggest Show in the Industry Will Showcase STEM and Workforce Development
Press release provided by AUVSI. ARLINGTON, Va.—AUVSI XPONENTIAL, the largest trade show that brings together more than 8,500 unmanned systems industry leaders and forward-thinking users from the defense and commercial sectors to learn the latest on public policy, business solutions, and technology applications, will showcase dynamic programming to support STEM education and … [Read more...] about AUVSI Xponential: The Biggest Show in the Industry Will Showcase STEM and Workforce Development
Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao Addresses UAS Symposium, Asks Industry to Step Up
U.S. Secretary of Transportation Elaine Chao addressed the audience at the FAA's UAS Symposium yesterday. In taped remarks, the Chao told attendees that operations over people, night flight, and flight beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) were on the way. While stakeholders are concerned about safety, Chao said that "this administration is actively working through these … [Read more...] about Transportation Secretary Elaine Chao Addresses UAS Symposium, Asks Industry to Step Up
FAA Symposium: Drones Seeing “Massive Adoption,” Safety Concerns are a Primary Issue
At AUVSI and the FAA's co-hosted UAS Symposium event, speakers agreed on the rapid development of the drone industry. Safety, however, remained a primary concern. Michael Kratsios, deputy assistant to the president and deputy U.S. technology officer, said that the administration offered their full support for drone integration. Saying that he expected the 75,000 commercial … [Read more...] about FAA Symposium: Drones Seeing “Massive Adoption,” Safety Concerns are a Primary Issue
AUVSI and BWI Announce Drone Insurance Deal
March has been a huge month for the drone insurance industry. Last week, London-based insurance-tech start-up Flock announced the launch of Flock Cover, a smart-device app that can provide insurance on-demand to commercial UAS pilots operating in the UK. Today, aviation/drone insurance firm BWI Aviation Insurance announced a partnership with the Association for Unmanned … [Read more...] about AUVSI and BWI Announce Drone Insurance Deal
