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
Kalashnikov Displays Drones at Moscow Security Expo
The Kalashnikov Concern is presenting its new unmanned aerial vehicles and landing boats at the Integrated Safety & Security Exhibition (ISSE-2015) in Moscow, announcing that it is has begun investing in dual capability and paramilitary products.
Experts Discuss RPAS Operations in Commercial Airspace
The business aviation community had a chance to discuss its concerns over the likelihood of remotely piloted aircraft systems (RPAS) flying in civil airspace during a conference session at the European Business Aviation Convention & Exhibition last week. Continue reading
FAA Streamlines COAs for UAS Test Sites
The Federal Aviation Administration has made it simpler for the six unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) test sites to conduct research by giving them “blanket” authorizations to fly public aircraft operations throughout the National Airspace System at or below 200 feet. Continue reading
Russian UAS Shot Down Over Ukraine
The commander of the Ukrainian Aerorozvidka unit, Natan Chazin, explains the the importance of a Russian drone his unit shot down this month. Continue reading