The International Drone Racing Association (IDRA) has announced the launch the first primary UAV Aircraft Liability Insurance policy to cover drone pilots worldwide. Included with the rollout of IDRA’s membership service, each IDRA member will be insured, with a US$1,000,000 UAV Liability coverage limit including operations for Recreational Use, UAS training for competitions, … [Read more...] about International Drone Racing Association (IDRA) Launches First Primary Insurance to Cover Drone Pilots Worldwide
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Drone Complex Could Revive Abandoned Bullfighting Ring
One of Spain’s most storied yet disused bullfighting rings may someday echo with the buzz of drones instead of the roar of the bull if one architect’s dream comes true. Frederick Ajjoub, a City and Technology graduate student at the Institute for Advanced Architecture of Catalonia, recently published a plan to transform Barcelona’s La Monumental, a 102-year-old abandoned … [Read more...] about Drone Complex Could Revive Abandoned Bullfighting Ring
What Can We Expect From DRL in 2017?
As 2017 gets underway, many drone racing fans will be wondering what the future holds for the self-proclaimed 'sport of the future'. 2016 will go down as the year that DRL helped guide drone racing toward the mainstream. The next twelve months will define whether it establishes itself there or fades into the background. Here is some of the biggest drone racing news and event … [Read more...] about What Can We Expect From DRL in 2017?
FLYPRO Announces Smartwatch Controlled Sports Drone & More
FLYPRO, a sport drone manufacturer, showcased the XEagle at this year's CES show in Las Vegas.. FLYPRO describes the drone as "the world's first intelligent sports drone controlled through voice commands and/or a single button on a smart watch." In addition to the XEagle intelligent sports drone that was a highlight at last year's CES, FLYPRO unveiled the XJaguar, a racing … [Read more...] about FLYPRO Announces Smartwatch Controlled Sports Drone & More
The Drone Racing League and Toy State Announce Multi-Year, Racing Toy-Drone Partnership
The Drone Racing League (DRL), an international drone racing circuit for FPV pilots around the world, announced a three-year licensing deal with Toy State, a toy industry innovator for more than 30 years. The deal centers on the first and only co-branded, racing toy drone from Toy State's upcoming drone line, Nikko Air. Nikko Air DRL Drones will be available in stores in the … [Read more...] about The Drone Racing League and Toy State Announce Multi-Year, Racing Toy-Drone Partnership
