The company's first fixed-wing aircraft flies up to 100 mph across a 30-mile radius from a five-aircraft robotic dock, alongside two new industry-specific software platforms. Skydio announced the F10 Lightrunner, its first fixed-wing aircraft, on September 24, 2026 at its annual Ascend conference in Summerlin, Nevada. The San Mateo, California drone manufacturer also … [Read more...] about Skydio Unveils F10 Lightrunner Fixed-Wing Drone and MegaDock at Ascend 2026
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Utilities Prepare for BVLOS While Navigating the Post-DJI Transition
Utilities face challenges in establishing drone programs By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill While the owners of electric utility assets were some of the earliest adopters of drone technology, they are facing new challenges and opportunities – such as the expected adoption of new beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) regulations and government pressures to adapt their drone … [Read more...] about Utilities Prepare for BVLOS While Navigating the Post-DJI Transition
Southern Company to Deploy SwissDrones’ SDO 50 for Infrastructure Monitoring
U.S. energy provider adopts unmanned helicopters to enhance inspection, safety, and emergency response SwissDrones Expands U.S. Presence with Major Energy Sector Contract SwissDrones, a Swiss-based company specializing in unmanned aerial systems, has announced a new agreement with Southern Company, one of the largest energy providers in the United States. Under this contract, … [Read more...] about Southern Company to Deploy SwissDrones’ SDO 50 for Infrastructure Monitoring
Southern Company Gets BVLOS Waiver for Fully Remote Drone Operations with Skydio Dock
Southern Company Granted FAA Waiver for Fully-Remote Drone Operations by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian M. Crosby In partnership with drone leader Skydio, leading energy provider Southern Company has announced that it has received a conditions-based waiver from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) allowing for remote-based, autonomous beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) dock … [Read more...] about Southern Company Gets BVLOS Waiver for Fully Remote Drone Operations with Skydio Dock
Southern Company Chooses Skyward For Drone Program Expansion
Energy provider Southern Company has announced plans to expand its existing drone program with assistance from Verizon-owned Skyward. The move follows Southern Company and its affiliates' established use of drone technology for remote inspections, wire transport and damage recovery assessments. In fact, the company claims to be the first utility to submit a section 333 … [Read more...] about Southern Company Chooses Skyward For Drone Program Expansion
