New Drone Recognized for Enhanced Security and Operational Effectiveness Skydio, a U.S.-based drone manufacturer specializing in autonomous flight, has announced that its Skydio X10D model has been added to the U.S. Department of Defense's (DoD) Blue sUAS Cleared List. This recognition by the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU) highlights the Skydio X10D's adherence to rigorous … [Read more...] about Skydio X10D Added to U.S. Department of Defense’s Blue UAS Cleared List
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Former NASA Rocket Scientist Designs a Drone: and it Looks Totally Different than a Conventional MultiRotor
Advance Aircraft Company's gasoline-electric hybrid multirotor for endurance drone operations stays aloft up to eight times longer than conventional multirotors. By DRONELIFE Staff Writer Jim Magill A fledgling drone manufacturing company, led by a former NASA aeronautical engineer, recently announced the launch of its first commercial product, a multirotor unmanned … [Read more...] about Former NASA Rocket Scientist Designs a Drone: and it Looks Totally Different than a Conventional MultiRotor
The American Security Drone Act: The Sequel
The American Security Drone Act: The Sequel The original American Security Drone Act (ADSA) proposal has had a significant impact on the drone industry, even though it was not passed. The ADSA has now been reintroduced, however - with some changes. Guest Contributor Dawn Zoldi, drone law expert and CEO of P3 Tech Consulting, gives us the deep dive into this version, … [Read more...] about The American Security Drone Act: The Sequel
Thermal Imaging Leader FLIR Acquires Drone Manufacturer Altavian
Thermal imaging giant FLIR acquires drone manufacturer Altavian in a move to provide "comprehensive mission coverage within Group 1 Unmanned Systems for Defense Customers," says a FLIR release today. "FLIR Systems, Inc. (NASDAQ: FLIR) announced today that it has acquired Altavian, Inc., a privately-held manufacturer of small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS) for defense and … [Read more...] about Thermal Imaging Leader FLIR Acquires Drone Manufacturer Altavian
PrecisionHawk Secures $75 Million: What That Means for the Rest of the Drone Industry
Leading enterprise drone solution company PrecisionHawk has just secured a $75 million round of funding. It's a win that has major significance for the company and the entire drone industry. This latest round is funded by a diverse group of venture and strategic investors. CEO Michael Chasen says that all of the company's previous investors came back, and new investors … [Read more...] about PrecisionHawk Secures $75 Million: What That Means for the Rest of the Drone Industry