FAA approval allows day and night BVLOS drone operations without a visual observer The Campbell Police Department in California has taken a major step forward in enhancing public safety through its Drone as First Responder (DFR) program. The department recently received a groundbreaking waiver from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), allowing beyond visual line of sight … [Read more...] about Campbell Police Department Secures 24/7 Waiver for Drone as First Responder Program
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Drones for Safety to Space Navigation: on this episode of Weekly Wings
In this episode of Weekly Wings, co-hosts Paul Rossi and Terry Neff take listeners on a whirlwind tour of the latest developments in the drone industry and beyond. From dramatic rescue missions to cutting-edge military tech, and even a surprising navigation lesson from dung beetles, this episode is packed with fascinating insights and lively discussions. The … [Read more...] about Drones for Safety to Space Navigation: on this episode of Weekly Wings
DroneUp Achieves 500 Deliveries in a Single Day, Setting New Industry Benchmark
Autonomous Drone Delivery Leader Improves Efficiency and Capacity Through Advanced Automation DroneUp, one of America's first autonomous drone delivery companies, has announced a new industry benchmark by completing 500 deliveries in a single day. This milestone also includes significant advancements in the pilot-to-drone ratio, enhancing operational efficiency. Scaling Drone … [Read more...] about DroneUp Achieves 500 Deliveries in a Single Day, Setting New Industry Benchmark
Fremont, CA, Pioneers Joint Drone First Responder Program for Fire and Police Departments
Skyfire Spearheads Pioneering Joint Drone First Responder Program in Fremont, California In an innovative step towards enhancing public safety, Fremont, California, has become the first city in the United States to implement a Drone First Responder (DFR) program across both its Fire and Police Departments. Announced today, the joint DFR program was officially approved by … [Read more...] about Fremont, CA, Pioneers Joint Drone First Responder Program for Fire and Police Departments
Drones for Bridge Inspections: NC DOT Gets Groundbreaking BVLOS Waiver with Skydio 2
The FAA has made a move to enable the use of drones for bridge inspections in North Carolina. The North Carolina Department of Transportation (NC DOT) has received a statewide wiaver to fly Skydio's enterprise drones beyond visual line of sight of the operator (BVLOS) to perform bridge inspections. It's a significant advance in time and safety for North Carolina's inspectors, … [Read more...] about Drones for Bridge Inspections: NC DOT Gets Groundbreaking BVLOS Waiver with Skydio 2
