For the first time, a team from Florida Atlantic University’s Geosciences Department is using an unmanned aircraft system to monitor ongoing beach restoration efforts.
June, 2016
Rwanda Readies Deployment of Life-Saving Drone Delivery System
This summer, small autonomous airplanes will begin carrying life-saving blood to 20 hospitals and healthcare centers across Western Rwanda, Africa.
FAA Drone Rules Released but Key Processes yet to be Developed
The FAA eased the regulations for flying UAS commercially in the US though experts said a number of key processes for granting pilot certificates and waivers have yet to be developed.
Cyberhawk Working with SSE to Inspect Wind Turbines
Cyberhawk Innovations has begun flying unmanned aircraft systems to perform close visual wind turbine inspections. Cyberhawk is working with SSE Plc, one of the UK’s largest energy companies, to inspect more than 600 blades using UAS.
Ehang Set to Test its Passenger-Carrying Drone in Nevada
With the development of the Ehang 184, Ehang plans to be the first company to offer an unmanned aircraft system…
High-End German Drone Manufacturer Expands to U.S.
German drone manufacturer, microdrones, recently set up shop for the first time in the U.S., a move that is…
