The five winners of the second annual XCELLENCE Humanitarian Award have been announced at AUVSI XPONENTIAL. The award was once again sponsored by DJI. More of our AUVSI Coverage: AUVSI Xponential Kick Off Keynotes FlytBase Shows Remote Drone Operations Software with BVLOS capability at AUVSI FAA Acting Deputy Administrator Carl Burleson: Our Job is to … [Read more...] about Here are the 5 Winners of the 2019 AUVSI XCELLENCE Humanitarian Award
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DJI to Launch UTC Training Center Program Across North America
DJI has today announced plans to launch an Unmanned Aerial Systems Training Center (UTC) program across North America. The Chinese industry leader is partnering with industrial UAV experts RMUS to open eight training centers. DJI's motivation for the move is clear. In a blog post published by the company today, they cite the vast increase in commercial drone pilots, the … [Read more...] about DJI to Launch UTC Training Center Program Across North America
DJI and Nevada Institute for Autonomous Systems Partner to Support Reno Drone Tests
As a designated FAA UAS Test Site, the city of Reno, Nevada is hosting a range of trials this year. DJI has partnered with the Nevada Institute for Autonomous Systems (NIAS) to support the safe exploration of drone technology in the area. DJI donates equipment to Reno UAS test program The DOT, FAA and NASA are all running programs in Reno this year. All are set to trial … [Read more...] about DJI and Nevada Institute for Autonomous Systems Partner to Support Reno Drone Tests
Have Your Say: Time Is Running Out To Comment On Proposed FAA Rules
In case you didn't know, the FAA is seeking public input as it weighs up rule change proposals which could enable more advanced operations, including routine drone flights over people and at night. As well as enabling safe flights over people and at night, the FAA is exploring how to safely prepare for Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM), implement payload restrictions and … [Read more...] about Have Your Say: Time Is Running Out To Comment On Proposed FAA Rules
DJI and LAFD Collaborate to Bring Drones in Firefighting Mainstream- It’s Time
Since Hurricane Harvey hit Texas with devastating results in 2017, drones have been recognized as a critical life-saving tool by government agencies, first responders, and victims. But while emergency services is widely recognized as a growth vertical for the drone industry, the sector has lacked some of the clarity in use cases and specific tools that would allow for rapid … [Read more...] about DJI and LAFD Collaborate to Bring Drones in Firefighting Mainstream- It’s Time
