News
The News category delivers timely updates on drone technology, legislation, and industry developments affecting the US, EU, and Australian markets. Coverage includes regulatory changes, technological advances, and key events shaping the global drone ecosystem.
Concerns Rise Over Universal Conspicuity as Pilots Question Safety Broadcasts
AOPA's Stance on ADS-B Billing Raises Concerns for Aviation Safety News and Commentary. The Aircraft Owners and Pilots Association (AOPA) has recently expressed its opposition to the use of Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B)…
Emerging Solutions Address Battery Challenges in the Drone Industry
Factorial Expands Solid-State Drone Battery Partnerships Across Three Continents New Collaborations to Enhance Drone Performance Battery technology company Factorial Energy has announced a series of partnerships aimed at integrating…
Commercial UAV Expo Unveils 2026 Conference Program Emphasizing Actionable Insights
Commercial UAV Expo 2026 Conference Program Announced The Commercial UAV Expo has unveiled its conference program for 2026, emphasizing practical education and operational experience for professionals in the commercial drone sector. The…
Pentagon Supports AI Counter-Drone Startup Through $500 Million Agreement
U.S. Defense Department Awards $500 Million Contract for Drone Technology By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill The Pentagon has announced plans to acquire up to $500 million in drone and counter-unmanned aerial systems (UAS) technology…
Amprius and Matternet Strengthen Partnership for Drone Delivery Battery Solutions
Partnership Aims to Enhance Drone Delivery Performance Battery manufacturer Amprius Technologies and drone delivery company Matternet have announced a strategic partnership aimed at improving the performance of commercial drone delivery…
SYOS Unveils Underwater Drone for Enhanced Maritime Security and Antarctic Research
SYOS Introduces SU10 Underwater Drone for Multi-Domain Operations Expansion into Subsurface Missions UK and New Zealand-based autonomous systems company SYOS has unveiled the SU10 uncrewed underwater vehicle (UUV), marking an expansion of…
Kansas City Develops Drone Defense System Ahead of World Cup Events
Kansas City Launches Integrated Drone Coordination Platform for FIFA World Cup Security New System Aims to Enhance Airspace Security By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Kansas City, Missouri, has introduced an integrated drone-traffic…
Autel Disputes FCC Covered List Decision, Separates Its Brand from DJI
Autel Robotics Challenges FCC's Covered List Decision Drone manufacturer Autel Robotics has formally responded to the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) regarding its recent decision to include the company’s products on the FCC’s…
Tulip Tech Increases UAV Battery Production Capacity in Europe with New Investment
Dutch Battery Company Strengthens Drone Supply Chains European drone battery company Tulip Tech announced a strategic investment this week amid rising demand for non-Chinese drone components and enhanced regional supply chains. The…
Terra Drone Sends Terra A2 Interceptor Drone to Support Ukraine Frontlines
The Japanese drone company Terra Drone Corporation has initiated the operational deployment of its Terra A2 interceptor drone in Ukraine. This announcement was made on May 19, 2026. The drone is being operated on the frontline by WinnyLab…