Benjamin van der Hilst to Focus on Expanding Drone Technology and Nationwide Networks Avy, a company known for its aerial drone networks designed for emergency services, has named Benjamin van der Hilst as its new CEO. Van der Hilst assumes the role following the leadership of Avy founder Patrique Zaman, who will continue as a board member. Van der Hilst’s appointment signals … [Read more...] about Avy Appoints New CEO to Advance Emergency Drone Networks
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Unity in Crisis: How Drone Teams Mobilized to Aid Hurricane Helene Disaster Relief in Eastern Tennessee
(Part of a series on the drone community’s response to natural disasters) Hurricane Helene, the massive and deadly storm that tore through a large swath of the U.S. Southeast in late September, triggered a tremendous response from the drone-flying community, as individual operators and private companies deployed their UAVs to transport much needed supplies and medicines, … [Read more...] about Unity in Crisis: How Drone Teams Mobilized to Aid Hurricane Helene Disaster Relief in Eastern Tennessee
Sonoran Desert Institute Trains the Next Generation of Drone Operators for Disaster Response
Drones Are Becoming Essential Tools in Disaster Recovery and Preparedness By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Drones are increasingly being deployed as a lifesaving tool in the response to natural disasters – as evidenced by the role UAVs have played in responding to a series of highly destructive hurricanes in the U.S. Southeast, and wildfires across the West. Helping … [Read more...] about Sonoran Desert Institute Trains the Next Generation of Drone Operators for Disaster Response
Innovative UAV System Could Restore Critical Communications in Disaster Zones
South Korea's New Patent Uses Ground-Based Drones and Airborne Cameras to Rebuild Networks for Search and Rescue by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNab In disaster response situations, re-establishing often damaged communications network is a vital part of coordinating search and rescue efforts. The Republic of Korea Natural Disaster Management Research Institute recently … [Read more...] about Innovative UAV System Could Restore Critical Communications in Disaster Zones
Drones for Safety to Space Navigation: on this episode of Weekly Wings
In this episode of Weekly Wings, co-hosts Paul Rossi and Terry Neff take listeners on a whirlwind tour of the latest developments in the drone industry and beyond. From dramatic rescue missions to cutting-edge military tech, and even a surprising navigation lesson from dung beetles, this episode is packed with fascinating insights and lively discussions. The … [Read more...] about Drones for Safety to Space Navigation: on this episode of Weekly Wings
