EMSA has started the deployment of its remotely piloted aircraft services in support of the Italian Coast Guard to gain increased maritime awareness over the Gulf of Genova until the summer. Continue reading
Japan Trials Drone Delivery of Medical Supplies
In a prefectural first, a live demonstration of the delivery of medical supplies via a drone was recently staged at a university in this west Japan city, looking to take advantage of Japan’s updated laws allowing civilians to conduct autonomous flights over urban areas. Continue reading
MQ-25A Stingray IOC Pushed to 2026 Following Manufacturing Delays
Production delays to manufacture Boeing’s MQ-25A Stingray pushed its initial operational capability by a year, the head program executive in charge of Navy unmanned aerial systems announced recently. Continue reading
Laser Wireless Power Transmission with Improved Non-Imaging Optics
In an article recently published in the journal Solar Energy, researchers discussed the enhancements of photovoltaic (PV) receivers in laser wireless power transmission (LWPT) by using non-imaging optics. Continue reading
Florida Bans Chinese Drones Despite Usage by Police
A ban on government use of Chinese-manufactured drones went into effect in the Sunshine State on Wednesday April 5th, despite complaints from various police departments who use drones from Chinese manufacturer Da Jiang Innovations. Continue reading
Diageo Drones Improve Efficiency of Tequila Farming in Mexico
Diageo, producer of Don Julio and Casamigos tequilas, continues to innovate and has introduced the use of drones on its agave farms in Jalisco, Mexico, following up a successful pilot conducted in 2022. Continue reading
Ukraine Launches Competition to Land a Drone on Red Square During Russian Military Parade
Ukraine has launched a competition for drone developers to land an Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) on Red Square in Moscow during the May 9 parade for a cash prize. Continue reading
General Atomics Plans 376 Job Cuts in the San Diego Region
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems plans to lay off 376 workers from its Poway and San Diego facilities. Continue reading