SmartChutes is running a Kickstarter campaign for its autonomous parachute recovery system for quadcopters.
ING Robotic Aviation Partners with Ottawa Aviation Services to Offer Professional UAV Operator’s Course
ING Robotic Aviation and Ottawa Aviation Services have partnered to offer a professional Unmanned Aerial Vehicle Operator’s Course. This course combines the rigour of an accomplished flight training school with that of a highly experienced UAV operator. The first (7 day) course will take place in Ottawa starting 8 June 2015.
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Georgia Displays New Unmanned Attack Helicopter
Georgia has presented a new unmanned attack and reconnaissance helicopter produced by the state research and development centre Delta. The new helicopter is on a display now for the first time on Roses Square in Tbilisi, in connection with the Independence Day celebration on May 26. Continue reading
Ukraine Displays Russian-Built Searcher Shot Down Near Donetsk
Ukraine’s security service has presented what it says is a Russian drone which was shot down in east Ukraine. Continue reading
Quadcopter Crash at Memorial Day Parade
No charges have been filed after two people were hit by a drone flying over a Memorial Day parade near Salem. Continue reading
Chinese Military Jams Global Hawk Flights
China tried to electronically jam U.S. drone flights over the South China Sea in a bid to thwart spying on disputed island military construction, U.S. officials said. Continue reading
US Power Company to use UAS for Energy Infrastructure Inspections
Xcel Energy inspects more than 320,000 miles of electricity and natural gas infrastructure to ensure the safety and reliability of its energy system. Now with approval of the Federal Aviation Administration, Xcel Energy will be able to more efficiently, effectively and safely monitor its systems using drone technology. Continue reading