Infrastructure Inspection

Explore the latest advances in Infrastructure Inspection with cutting-edge drone technology. This tag highlights expert insights, innovative tools, and regulatory updates—like the FCC’s new drone exemptions unveiled at CES 2026—that are transforming how industries monitor and maintain critical assets. Stay informed to boost safety, efficiency, and accuracy in your inspection projects.

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U.S. Drone Makers Face Integration Hurdles as SunTek Thermal Offers Pre-Integrated AI and Thermal…

Laura Bennett Oct 27, 2026 0

SunTek Thermal’s IR-1 NX platform helps UAV and counter-UAS manufacturers reduce development time by simplifying thermal imaging and onboard AI integration. The push to expand U.S. drone manufacturing is placing new demands on aircraft…

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AIVE AI Systems Expands Access to Geospatial Data with Fast Mapping Tools

Laura Bennett Sep 16, 2026 0

The startup is developing tools that create georeferenced 2D maps from a small number of images, without requiring specialized infrastructure. INTERGEO brings together established geospatial companies and startups exploring new approaches…

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FCC “Military-Grade” Drone Proposal Draws Overwhelming Opposition in Public Comments

Laura Bennett Sep 4, 2026 0

Pilot Institute analysis finds 98.6% of readable filings opposed the proposed restrictions as written Review of 3,824 readable filings finds 3,770 opposed the FCC proposal as written, as commenters raise concerns about economic impact,…

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SiFly Secures $20 Million to Expand U.S. Production of Long-Endurance Drones

Laura Bennett Aug 26, 2026 0

SiFly Aviation Secures $20 Million in Series A Funding Funding to Enhance Production and Development SiFly Aviation has successfully raised $20 million in Series A funding aimed at expanding the U.S. production of its long-endurance Q12…

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DJI Raises Concerns Over FCC Proposal Impacting Commercial Drone Usage

Laura Bennett Aug 10, 2026 0

DJI Raises Concerns Over FCC Proposal Affecting Drone Operators DJI has issued a warning to U.S. drone operators regarding a proposal from the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) that targets certain foreign-made “military-grade”…

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Event 38 and TB2 Unveil Advanced Modular Payload Systems for Versatile Drone Operations

Laura Bennett Aug 3, 2026 0

Event 38 and TB2 Aerospace Collaborate on Modular Drone Integration First Fixed-Wing VTOL Platform with DROPS System Event 38 Unmanned Systems and TB2 Aerospace have announced a partnership to integrate TB2's Drone Recharging Operational…

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IACLEA Partners with Draganfly to Introduce National Campus Drone Initiative

Laura Bennett Jun 29, 2026 0

New Initiative for Campus Drone Programs The International Association of Campus Law Enforcement Administrators (IACLEA) has introduced a national program aimed at assisting colleges and universities in developing drone programs focused on…

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National Resilience Strategy Sheds Light on U.S. Drone Policy Framework

Laura Bennett Jun 25, 2026 0

White House National Resilience Strategy Highlights Role of Commercial Drones The White House has released its National Resilience Strategy, which includes a single reference to the commercial drone industry. This mention offers insight…

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Percepto Launches AI-Driven Platform for Enhanced Infrastructure Inspections

Laura Bennett Jun 25, 2026 0

Percepto Introduces Advanced Inspection Software for Energy Sector By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Overview of New Technology At the InnovateEnergy Week conference in The Woodlands, Texas, representatives from oil, gas, and…

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FCC Drone Exemption List Reveals Insights into Trusted Supplier Criteria

Laura Bennett Jun 23, 2026 0

FCC Grants Conditional Approvals for Additional Drone Platforms Expansion of Exemptions from Covered List Restrictions The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has granted conditional approval to two additional drone platforms, marking a…

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