A new study by ornithologist Dr. Roy Armstrong and ecologist Caitlin Henderson has found no evidence of disturbance among seabird colonies in Orkney as a result of recent drone flights conducted by Windracers. This discovery is important for drone operators planning to serve Scotland’s remote island communities, where many sensitive bird species are located. The seabird … [Read more...] about Study Shows No Impact of Drone Flights on Scottish Seabird Colonies
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Drone Safety with Parachute Systems: Pioneering Solutions for AAM Industry Growth
Recent ParaZero Deal Signals New Manufacturing Potential for Safer Drone and Advanced Air Mobility Operation By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill A recent deal by Israel-based ParaZero Technologies could signal the potential for the company to establish new, large-scale manufacturing capability to produce aviation safety equipment for drones and safety for the growing … [Read more...] about Drone Safety with Parachute Systems: Pioneering Solutions for AAM Industry Growth
Baldwin and Fruity Chutes Collaborate on Enhanced Drone Safety Solution
Partnership Aims to Support Drone Operators in Meeting BVLOS Safety Standards Baldwin Safety and Compliance and Fruity Chutes have announced a strategic collaboration aimed at enhancing safety solutions for the drone industry, with a specific focus on supporting operators as they prepare for the anticipated FAA rulemaking on flight beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS). This … [Read more...] about Baldwin and Fruity Chutes Collaborate on Enhanced Drone Safety Solution
DroneUp, Walmart close drone delivery sites in 3 states to focus on D/FW operations
DroneUp Refocuses on D/FW Operations Amid Strategic Realignment with Walmart By Jim Magill DroneUp, which said it would shut down its drone delivery operations conducted in partnership with Walmart in three states, instead plans to focus on flights in the Dallas/Fort Worth area, where the economics for growth are more favorable, a company official told DroneLife. “For … [Read more...] about DroneUp, Walmart close drone delivery sites in 3 states to focus on D/FW operations
Censys Technologies Secures FAA Waiver for Drone Operations Over People and Moving Vehicles
New Approval Enhances UAS Capabilities Without the Need for Visual Observers Censys Technologies has received a significant waiver from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) that allows their Sentaero 5 drone to operate over people and moving vehicles without the need for visual observers. This approval marks a considerable advancement in the field of drone operations, … [Read more...] about Censys Technologies Secures FAA Waiver for Drone Operations Over People and Moving Vehicles
