The UAS Integration Pilot Program (IPP) is getting underway, as the chosen partners begin their trials. North Dakota is starting their trials of flight over people with a unique safety tool: Parazero's parachutes for drones. North Dakota is a leader in the drone industry. With the Grand Sky Business Park, the Northern Plains UAS Test Site (NPUAS), the aerospace resources … [Read more...] about The UAS Integration Pilot Program is Underway: North Dakota Gets Started with Parazero Parachutes for Drones
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IPP: FAA Grants Botlink North Dakota UAS Partnership
The FAA’s recently announced UAS Integration Pilot Program is empowering a variety of smaller companies and start-ups to grow their drone businesses. For example, Fargo-based, drone-software firm Botlink is flying high after being granted a state-government partnership The IPP is described by the FAA as “an opportunity for state, local, and tribal governments to partner with … [Read more...] about IPP: FAA Grants Botlink North Dakota UAS Partnership
Charges Dismissed Against Drone Operator Who Flew Over Pipeline Protest
Criminal charges against Myron Dewey, the drone operator who documented the Dakota Access Pipeline protests at Standing Rock last year, have been dismissed. Dewey faced stalking charges brought by the Morton County Sheriff's Office after he flew his drone over two hired security officers, reportedly trying to obtain images of their faces and license plate numbers. While … [Read more...] about Charges Dismissed Against Drone Operator Who Flew Over Pipeline Protest
Northrup Grumman Lands New UAS Facility in North Dakota
North Dakota continues to demonstrate that it is intent on becoming a warm and welcoming home for the ever developing UAS industry. In a significant development Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) recently announced that it officially opened its new facility dedicated to fostering autonomous systems and other capabilities at the Grand Sky Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) … [Read more...] about Northrup Grumman Lands New UAS Facility in North Dakota
The Best State in the US for Starting a Drone Business
The best place in the US for starting a drone business isn't necessarily California's Silicon Valley, where entrepreneurs flock. Drone entrepreneurs who want to stand out in their field (pun intended) just might find more space - and more money - in North Dakota. The place, the opportunities and the people combine to make the state a great choice for the drone industry. … [Read more...] about The Best State in the US for Starting a Drone Business
