The NOAA Air Resources Laboratory’s Atmospheric Turbulence and Diffusion Division (ATDD) has received Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification to fly its DJI S-1000 small Unmanned Aircraft Systems (sUAS) at the Knox County Radio Control Society’s model flying field near Knoxville, TN.
UK Military Aviation Authority – Introduction of RPAS Regulations
On 19 January 2015 the UK Military Aviation Authority (MAA) concluded a 15 month, end-to-end review of Remotely Piloted Air System (RPAS) regulations with the introduction of a bespoke Regulatory Framework. This marked a significant milestone for the MAA as it not only formalised RPAS regulation as distinct from manned aircraft but also streamlined the process by which RPAS are introduced into Defence.
SmartChutes: Drone Parachute Recovery System
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.
US Special Operations: SnowGoose Delivers
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