A major aerospace company is partnering with one of the first drone test sites in the U.S. to optimize WAS beyond-visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS). Harris Corporation announced the partnership with University of North Dakota and the Northern Plains UAS Test Site to create a network infrastructure system designed to “provide a full range of aviation-grade services for safe and … [Read more...] about North Dakota Partnership Could Jump Start BVLOS Drone Testing
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The Top 3 Drone Friendly States May Surprise You
What are the top drone friendly states for new drone industry? While it’s clear that some states have been focused on drone regulation to keep the industry out of their skies, others have been out in front of the curve, actively putting programs in place to attract new drone business. With innovative financial incentives, some of the best educational resources in the country, … [Read more...] about The Top 3 Drone Friendly States May Surprise You
Police Drone Test Drive Helps Stop a Jailbreak
Here’s an interesting film-buff question: Could you make a modern reboot of the popular Harrison Ford film The Fugitive? Answer: You could -- but it would be over in 10 minutes as Tommy Lee Jones’ character launches a drone, easily locating and capturing the unjustly accused Dr. Richard Kimble. Such a scenario played out in reality last week as Fremont, Conn. police … [Read more...] about Police Drone Test Drive Helps Stop a Jailbreak
Insect Researcher: Drones Will Help Feed Growing Population
(Source: Washington Times) A college professor who studies insects said Wednesday that unmanned aircraft can help grow better crops and produce more food, but it’s going to take more cooperation among researchers to pull it off. Kansas State entomology professor Brian McCornack said the use of drones in agriculture will be an important application because the world’s … [Read more...] about Insect Researcher: Drones Will Help Feed Growing Population
North Dakota UAV Business Grows
(Source: agweek.com) The UAV industry continues to grow and evolve, and Field of View is growing and evolving with it. New regulations for unmanned aerial vehicles proposed in February by the Federal Aviation Administration “are a breath of fresh air,” says David Dvorak, CEO of Grand Forks, N.D.-based Field of View. “They provide our industry with more confidence that … [Read more...] about North Dakota UAV Business Grows
