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.
Elistair and Exail Introduce Tethered Drone Surveillance for Autonomous Maritime Vessels
Elistair and Exail Collaborate on Tethered Drone Integration Elistair and Exail have announced a partnership to integrate the Khronos automated tethered DroneBox with Exail's DriX unmanned surface vessel. This collaboration aims to enhance…
DARPA Initiates $6.5 Million Challenge to Innovate Heavy-Lift Drone Technology
DARPA Launches Challenge for Heavy-Lift Drones By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill The Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA) is addressing a significant challenge in the drone industry: the low payload-to-weight ratio of…
ePropelled Accelerates Drone Production with New SKYLARK Propulsion System
ePropelled Unveils New Integrated Propulsion System for UAVs ePropelled has introduced an integrated propulsion system aimed at simplifying the manufacturing process of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) while enhancing their performance. The…
BETA Technologies Advocates for the Future of Advanced Air Mobility
Electric Aviation Developer Highlights Practical Applications for Urban Air Mobility While discussions surrounding advanced air mobility often center on future passenger services, BETA Technologies is advocating for a broader perspective.…
FCC Proposes Fines for Eight Drone Companies Over National Security Inquiry Responses
FCC Proposes Forfeitures Against Drone Companies for Non-Compliance The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has proposed $25,000 forfeitures against eight drone-related companies for allegedly failing to respond to investigations by…
SkySafe and Cellebrite Collaborate to Enhance Drone Forensics in Investigative Work
Partnership Aims to Assist Law Enforcement in Drone Crime Investigations By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Drone Seizures During World Cup Since the commencement of the World Cup last month, federal law enforcement agencies have…
Researchers Suggest Uber-Style Pricing May Enhance Profitability for Air Taxi Services
Research Highlights Economic Viability of Airport Air Taxis Dynamic Pricing as a Key Factor Research presented at the Korea Drone and UAM Expo indicates that dynamic pricing could enhance the economic feasibility of airport air taxi…
Commercial UAV Expo to Feature FAA and EASA BVLOS Keynote in 2026
Regulators from the U.S. and European Union will close the September event in Las Vegas with a side-by-side comparison of transatlantic BVLOS rules. Commercial UAV Expo has announced its second keynote for the 2026 event, featuring a…
Matternet Expands Part 135 Drone Delivery Network with Beeline UAS Partnership
Mountain View-based Matternet has announced an operational partnership with Beeline UAS to enhance its commercial drone delivery network in the United States. This partnership, revealed on July 15, 2026, will see Beeline operate the…
Evaluating Drone Technology in Policing: Key Questions for Law Enforcement Leaders
Drone as First Responder (DFR) programs are transforming how law enforcement agencies collect information and respond to emergencies. In this commentary, former police chief Mike Moulton discusses the significance of DFR in enhancing police…