China’s AutoFlight achieves a world-first with certified heavy-lift eVTOL drone, paving the way for large-scale low-altitude operations. Historic Delivery of Certified Heavy-Lift eVTOL Shanghai-based advanced air mobility company AutoFlight has made aviation history by delivering the world’s first electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft with a maximum take-off … [Read more...] about AutoFlight Delivers World’s First One-Ton eVTOL Aircraft with Full Airworthiness Certification
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Another Missed Deadline: The BVLOS NPRM Still Awaits Publication
(News and Commentary) Today marks exactly 31 days since President Trump's executive orders on drone technology were published, making this the first day past the ambitious 30-day deadline for the FAA to issue the much-anticipated Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM). As the drone industry holds its collective breath, the question remains: is … [Read more...] about Another Missed Deadline: The BVLOS NPRM Still Awaits Publication
Drone Forge Unveils First Turn-Key Drone Fleet to Scale Commercial Access in Australia
New offering aims to simplify operations and investment in drones, supporting scalable, profitable business models Australia-based startup Drone Forge has announced a major milestone in the commercial drone industry: the development and upcoming delivery of the world’s first turn-key fleet of drones. The fleet, known as DF Fleet 1, is expected to be available in 2026 and is … [Read more...] about Drone Forge Unveils First Turn-Key Drone Fleet to Scale Commercial Access in Australia
How One Service Provider Navigates NYC’s Airspace Rules for Drone Building Maintenance
In a previous post, Aviram Adi, founder of SkyClean NYC, explains how drones are revolutionizing building maintenance by improving safety, cutting costs, and enhancing sustainability. Now, he provides the deep dive on navigating the complex regulations that impact commercial drone building maintenance in New York City. DRONELIFE neither makes nor accepts payment for guest … [Read more...] about How One Service Provider Navigates NYC’s Airspace Rules for Drone Building Maintenance
Progress in BVLOS Rulemaking: A Turning Point for U.S. Commercial Drone Operations
After years of anticipation and industry advocacy, the U.S. is finally seeing movement on a federal rule that could transform commercial drone operations: the Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) rule. This long-awaited regulation aims to allow drones to fly beyond the operator’s direct line of sight without the need for individual waivers, unlocking large-scale applications … [Read more...] about Progress in BVLOS Rulemaking: A Turning Point for U.S. Commercial Drone Operations
