Two Tucson companies were part of a team that recently claimed a new U.S. record for long-distance urban delivery by a drone, using cellphone networks to help navigate a simulated 97-mile trip. Continue reading
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Professional Photographers of America Adds ‘Certified Drone Photographer’ Certification
The US Professional Photographers of America (PPA), a nonprofit photography association touting 30,000 members in more than 50 countries, has launched a “Certified Drone Photographer” programme for members.
New Counter-UAS Program Tested at Bagram
As the use of unmanned aircraft systems rises across the world, researchers from around the Defense Department are testing new ways to counter the new threats they could present. Continue reading
Unmanned Aircraft Safety Team Creates New Groups
At the recent meeting of the Unmanned Aircraft Safety Team (UAST), the team created three risk reduction working groups. Continue reading
Bundeswehr Orders Next Generation LUNA
Germany’s Federal Office of Bundeswehr Equipment, Information Technology and In-Service Support (BAAINBw) on 11 July awarded EMT a EUR63 million (USD71.85 million) framework contract for the Luftgestützte Unbemannte Nahaufklärungsausstattung Next Generation (LUNA NG) reconnaissance unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV). Continue reading
Walmart Rents Griffiss Airport for Drone Delivery Research
The Oneida County Legislature Wednesday approved two resolutions that will allow the national corporation to rent and commission research on the possibility of drone delivery for orders. Continue reading
FAA Continues UAS Map Rollout
Part 107 pilots who wish to fly in controlled airspace can consult the maps published online to determine whether the requested area of operation is likely to be approved. Continue reading
Texas Utility Using UAS for Power Line Inspections
NEW BRAUNFELS—NBU will be utilizing Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAV) —commonly known as drones—to perform inspections on three-phase electric distribution lines starting on July 14. Continue reading