AirModo is a new instant drone insurance app that allows unmanned aircraft systems operators to buy either hourly or annual policies to suit their growing business or hobby, the company announced.
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Flytrex Partner Causey Aviation Unmanned to Begin Drone Delivery Operations Under Part 135 Certification
Flytrex announced its longtime partner Causey Aviation Unmanned was granted Standard Part 135 Air Carrier Certification from the FAA.
Percepto to Deploy Automated Drones for BVLOS Monitoring of Electric Power Stations in Canada
Percepto announced that Transport Canada has approved Ontario Power Generation Inc. to operate Percepto’s drone-in-a-box solution beyond visual line of sight at McConnell Lake Control Dam, a first in Canada.
David Ronnefalk Joins Hitec Factory Team
Hitec is thrilled to announce the addition of David Ronnefalk as our Flagship Racing Driver to the Hitec Factory Team.
XTEND Awarded $20M Contract for Multi- Drone Operating System
XTEND has been awarded a $20 million contract by the Israel Ministry of Defense to develop and supply a multi-drone operating system.
Topcon Provides GNSS Correction Services for Emergency Response Teams in California
In response to recent disaster declarations throughout California, Topcon Positioning Systems is offering free access to its global navigation satellite…
Dedrone to Bring Airspace Security to Customers Across 50 Countries
Airspace security company Dedrone announced Jan. 19 it has entered a partnership with G4S covering Europe, Middle East and Africa (EMEA).
SEA-KIT: New Facility to Build Larger USV and Triple Production
SEA-KIT International’s brand-new production facility is now operational for its larger XL-Class uncrewed surface vehicle, the company just announced.
Fugro’s Geo-data Supports Development of UK’s First Flexible Power Station with Carbon Capture Technology
Fugro has been awarded a ground investigation contract for SSE Thermal and Equinor’s planned Keadby 3 Carbon Capture Power Station in North Lincolnshire.
Hitec is 50!
Hitec RCD is celebrating our golden anniversary as a world-renowned and influential electronics manufacturer. Founded in 1973, Hitec RCD began…
SwissDrones Secures Growth Funding from DiamondStream Partners
SwissDrones, a global manufacturer of long-range uncrewed helicopter systems announced it has secured additional seven-figure funding in a round led by DiamondStream Partners.
Geo Week, February 13-15, 2023
Geo Week is the intersection of geospatial + the built world. The event brings together AEC Next Expo & Conference,…
CES ‘world premiere’ ZF connectivity platform gets boost from Hexagon positioning technology
The ZF ProConnect platform securely connects vehicles with cloud and infrastructure with integration of leading-edge positioning solutions from Hexagon.
Iris Automation Receives third BVLOS Waiver for River Rescue Operations in Reno
Iris Automation recently received its third BVLOS waiver on behalf of the City of Reno Fire Department, opening up more options for future autonomous drone river rescue missions.
Walmart’s Drone Delivery Takes Flight in Texas with DroneUp
Walmart’s drone delivery service is now available for select customers in the Dallas area. The new delivery option will be fulfilled from 11 stores, the company said.
Mapping the Big Basin
The California nonprofit CyArk uses drones, LiDAR and GNSS equipment to 3D scan and model cultural heritage sites to help tell their stories. Increasingly, that mission means recording the effects of climate change.
Zipline, Government of Rwanda Announce Partnership to Serve Entire Country
Zipline today announced a new partnership with the government of Rwanda that aims to complete nearly 2 million instant deliveries and fly more than 200 million autonomous kilometers in the country by 2029.
