UAS technology is quite controversial when discussed in the context of secret government operations. But amatuer enthusiasts are carful to point out that this technology like can be used for much good as well. Continue reading
Poland Joins NATO Global Hawk Programme
Poland is set to become the 15th nation to join the consortium of NATO nations procuring a fleet of five radar-equipped RQ-4 Global Hawk Block 40 aircraft and associated ground control equipment under the NATO Alliance Ground Surveillance programme, according to a NATO official. Continue reading
Successful Flight Tests for Schiebel Camcopter ‘Deckfinder’ Local Positioning System
Schiebel has successfully concluded a series of flight trials with EADS Astrium’s Pseudolite-based Local Positioning System “DeckFinder”, expanding its automated launch and recovery capability for operation where access to GPS has been denied. Continue reading
3-D Printed UAS Designed to Monitor Sea Traffic
A 4-metre-wingspan unmanned aircraft guns its twin engines and takes to the skies. So began the first flight of an uncrewed aircraft early last month that could soon be monitoring two seas – the English Channel and the North Sea – for risks to shipping, illegal fishing operations and even drug-running boats. Continue reading
Lockheed Martin Demonstrates Management of Varied Unmanned Aircraft from One Integrated Control System
During a recent demonstration at NAVAIR, Lockheed Martin monitored and controlled multiple types of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) from one integrated command and control (C2) system. Continue reading
South Australian Police to Purchase Four QuadCopters
South Australian police will use sophisticated remote-controlled UAS to spy on suspects as it takes the war on crime to new heights. Continue reading
Open Source UAS for Disaster Relief
An open source initiative that offers designs for adaptable, durable, and — above all — cheap UAS mean they are now a feasible option for disaster relief efforts, according to the project’s co-founder.
Saab Soon to Announce First Skeldar Sale
Saab is poised to secure a launch order for its Skeldar unmanned aircraft system, with an undisclosed operator. Continue reading