Dr. Onur Bilgen, Associate Professor in the Department of Mechanical and Aerospace Engineering at Rutgers University. talks about the future of flapping wing drones, the role of smart materials in next-generation aircraft design, and how bioinspired engineering could influence the next wave of unmanned aviation innovation. Listen here: Dr. Onur Bilgen is Associate … [Read more...] about Smart Materials and the Rise of Ornithopters: on this episode of the Drone Radio Show!
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WOMENDRONERESPONDERS Highlights Women Leaders and Future Talent at DRONERESPONDERS National Conference
Scholarships and industry support aim to encourage the next generation of women in public safety drone operations At the 2026 DRONERESPONDERS National Public Safety UAS Conference in Williamsburg, Virginia, a reception hosted by WOMENDRONERESPONDERS brought together industry leaders, students, and public safety professionals to celebrate and support the growing role of women … [Read more...] about WOMENDRONERESPONDERS Highlights Women Leaders and Future Talent at DRONERESPONDERS National Conference
Pendleton UAS Range Partners With Strativ Group for Drone Pro Recruitment
Pendleton UAS Range (PUR) has announced a strategic partnership with Strativ Group, a global recruitment firm specializing in aerospace and advanced technologies. The collaboration aims to provide PUR customers with access to specialized talent across multiple disciplines critical to unmanned aviation operations. Recruitment Solutions for UAS and Aerospace Operations Under … [Read more...] about Pendleton UAS Range Partners With Strativ Group for Drone Pro Recruitment
Kite Aero Acquires Swoop Aero Assets, Aims to Expand Global Drone Logistics
New company builds on Swoop’s legacy with open platform strategy and plans for continued growth Kite Aerospace Pty Ltd (Kite Aero), a newly launched company in uncrewed aviation, has announced the successful acquisition of key assets from Swoop Aero. The deal includes the Kite drone and Swoop’s well-known drone operations software platform. The acquisition ensures continued … [Read more...] about Kite Aero Acquires Swoop Aero Assets, Aims to Expand Global Drone Logistics
Avy Appoints New CEO to Advance Emergency Drone Networks
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
