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.
Federal Agencies Accelerate Implementation of SAFER SKIES Act for Enhanced Aviation Safety
Federal Government Expands State and Local Counter-Drone Authority This week, the federal government took significant steps to enhance state and local counter-drone capabilities as the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), Department of…
Carbonix and CASA Achieve Certification for Australia’s First SAIL III Drone
Carbonix Achieves SAIL III Certification for Drones in Australia Sydney-based autonomous aviation company Carbonix has announced that it is the first company in Australia to receive Safety Assurance Integrity Level (SAIL) III certification…
Ondas Networks Completes Acquisition of DZYNE Technologies for $875.8 Million
The Ondas DZYNE acquisition combines long-endurance ISR, counter-UAS, and autonomous effects under a new operating division for U.S. defense customers. Ondas Inc. has announced the acquisition of DZYNE Technologies, LLC in a cash and stock…
FAA Reports Significant Increase in Drone Sightings Near Airports in Q2
FAA Reports Increase in Drone Sightings Near Airports By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has reported a significant rise in the number of close encounters between drones and manned aircraft at…
University of Tokyo and Kubota Collaborate on Innovative Drone-Based Potato Yield Prediction…
Researchers at the University of Tokyo have developed a method to predict potato yield before harvest using drone imagery, machine learning, and a growth curve model. This innovative approach aims to estimate underground tuber biomass,…
Department of War Establishes Central Office to Manage U.S. Military Unmanned Systems
U.S. Department of War Announces New Direct Reporting Portfolio Manager for Unmanned Systems Reorganization Aims to Centralize Drone and Autonomous Systems Oversight The U.S. Department of War has announced a significant reorganization of…
FAA Launches Investigation into Drone Incident Involving JetBlue Flight Near JFK Airport
FAA Investigates JetBlue Flight Encounter with Possible Drone The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is currently investigating an incident involving a JetBlue flight that reportedly struck what the crew believed to be a drone while…
ANRA Technologies Achieves Milestone of Over 55,000 Monthly Commercial Drone Operations
ANRA Technologies Expands Drone Operations ANRA Technologies has reported that its Mission Manager X (MMX) platform now facilitates over 55,000 commercial drone operations each month in the United States, averaging more than 1,800…
Nearly One Million Comments Highlight Importance of FAA’s Section 2209 Rule
FAA Extends Comment Period for Proposed Drone Regulation By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has extended the comment period for a proposed regulation that would allow owners and operators of…
UAS Council Welcomes Grand Forks DDA to Enhance Drone Ecosystem Collaboration
The North Dakota UAS Council has welcomed the Grand Forks Downtown Development Association (DDA) as its newest member, according to a June 9 announcement from the council. This partnership aims to strengthen the connection between North…