We wanted to find out more about the team behind Drone World Expo – what makes them tick, what motivates them and what are the secrets behind the success of the event. We interviewed Advisory Board member Mark L. Bathrick who directs a nationwide aviation services business for the U.S Department of the Interior (DOI) overseeing the safe operation of over 1,200 contracted and government-owned manned and unmanned aircraft across a wide range of business applications. Prior to his current position, Mark completed a career as a decorated Navy fighter pilot, experimental test pilot, multiple squadron commander, and installation commander. Continue reading
Apache ‘Version 6’ Update with Next-Gen Manned-Unmanned Teaming
The U.S. Army is developing a Version 6 update of the Boeing AH-64E Apache that by 2018 will enhance its fire-control radar, expand its ability to communicate with unmanned aircraft and soldiers on the ground, and increase onboard processing speeds. The work was underway as the service sought approval for its first multi-year procurement of the fearsome attack helicopter.
Thales Introduces Malaysia’s Ship-Launched UAV
Thales has revealed its new Fulmar X unmanned air vehicle at the Farnborough show, and is preparing to deliver the first two systems to launch customer the Malaysian Maritime Enforcement Agency by the end of the year.
Ice Cream Drone Delivery Service Tested in UK
Beachgoers in a Lincolnshire seaside resort could soon have their favourite chilled snack delivered to them on the beach by Drone. Due to the poor weather of late Mablethorpe Rock & Ices Limited in Mablethorpe, Lincolnshire, are trailing the innovative idea that would mean you can spend more time relaxing in your deck chair on the beach and less time queuing at the kiosk. Continue reading
Textron Systems and Thales Successfully Test Fury
Textron Systems Weapon & Sensor Systems, a business of Textron Inc. and Thales announced at the Farnborough Air Show the successful testing of the Fury lightweight precision guided glide weapon from the Shadow Tactical Unmanned Aircraft System (TUAS) against static vehicle targets.
Guizhou Unveils Box-Wing UAV Concept
A new prop-driven, box-wing unmanned aerial vehicle concept has been unveiled by China’s Guizhou Aviation Industry Group (GAIC) at the 7th Vanguard Wings UAV show in Beijing, one of China’s major exhibitions for the rapidly growing sector.
Kratos Receives Low-Cost Attritable Strike Unmanned Aerial System Demonstration Contract Award
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. recently received a competitive, $40.8 million single award, cost-share contract by the Air Force Research Laboratory (AFRL) for the Low-Cost Attritable Strike Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) Demonstration (LCASD). Continue reading
UK Royal Air Force to Acquire Certifiable Predator B
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA‑ASI) announced at the Farnborough Air Show that the UK Ministry of Defence has selected the Certifiable Predator B (CPB) RPA system, with some specific modifications, to fulfil the country’s future armed Intelligence, Surveillance, Target Acquisition, and Reconnaissance (ISTAR) requirements.