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.
Quito’s Aerialoop Is Pioneering Drone Logistics In Detroit
Photo credit: Michigan Central Snag the 2025 Apple MacBook Air M4 13-inch for $799 (Save $200!) – Limited Amazon Deal! I have to admit, this story puts a huge smile on my face. A drone logistics company born right here…
Uber Invests in Flytrex to Launch Drone Delivery
Uber Eats to pilot drone-powered food delivery in the U.S. by year’s end Uber Technologies, Inc. and Flytrex, Inc. have announced a strategic partnership that brings drone delivery to the Uber Eats platform. The collaboration includes…
Drones on Call: Motorola Integrates UAVs into 911 Systems
Motorola Solutions teams with 2 UAV companies on Drone as First Responder (DFR) Applications By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill A police officer, encountering an emergency situation, pushes a button on his hand-held radio and…
One Operator, Multiple Drones: Is This a Game Changer for Public Safety?
At its annual user conference in Aptos, California, Skydio announced two new platforms—the indoor-focused R10 and the long-range F10 fixed-wing—that expand its Drone as First Responder (DFR) ecosystem. More than just new hardware, these…
This New Radio Tech Makes Drone Signals Invisible
Photo credit: StrataWave Snag the 2025 Apple MacBook Air M4 13-inch for $799 (Save $200!) – Limited Amazon Deal! In the brutal electronic warfare environment of a modern battlefield, a drone pilot’s radio signal is…
British FPV ‘kamikaze’ Drones Ready—MoD Delays Keep Them Grounded
Photo credit: P. Grover / The Telegraph Snag the 2025 Apple MacBook Air M4 13-inch for $799 (Save $200!) – Limited Amazon Deal! Britain’s push to adopt attack drones modeled on Ukraine’s battlefield tactics is faltering…
Drone Shot In Maine During Search For Missing Dogs Prompts Federal Investigation
Photo credit: WMTW 8 ABC Snag the 2025 Apple MacBook Air M4 13-inch for $799 (Save $200!) – Limited Amazon Deal! A commercial drone operated by 2A Tac Air Services was shot out of the sky in Corinth, Maine, on Tuesday,…
Dji Drone Are Uncovering The Lives Of Australian Wildlife
Photo credit: Benjamin Wagner / The Conversation In the dense, sprawling eucalyptus forests of Victoria, Australia, a hidden world of nocturnal animals comes alive after sunset. For scientists, studying these elusive…
Airborne Response Expands Disaster Recovery Efforts with New Utility Contracts in Florida
Airborne response inks new utility inspection contracts By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Although the 2025 Atlantic hurricane season fortunately has reached its peak without any major tropical storms hitting Florida, utility…
DJI Mini 5 Pro: What the Reviewers Say About Features, Improvements – and U.S. Availability
DJI has unveiled the Mini 5 Pro, a new entry in its popular sub-250 gram lineup that combines pro-level imaging with advanced safety features in a compact package. The release marks a significant leap in capability for lightweight drones,…