In 2023, a new permitting process opened the once closed skies over New York City to commercial drone operations. View…
uAvionix Secures FAA Contract to Expand BVLOS Operations in Challenging Terrains, Partners with Alaska Test Site
uAvionix, specializing in avionics solutions for uncrewed and crewed aircraft, has been granted a significant Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) contract…
Five Good Questions: Edward Kostakis, Xizmo Media Productions and AeroSpect
Edward Kostakis is co-founder of two drone service companies, Xizmo Media Productions and AeroSpect. Both are at the forefront of New…
EASA Discusses Autonomous Operations in New Artificial Intelligence Paper
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has published Issue 2 of its Concept Paper on Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML).
FAA Enforcement of Remote ID Rule for Drones Started March 16, Ending Discretionary Period
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has announced that drone pilots must ensure their drones are registered and comply with the…
LiDAR Solution Provider Emesent Supporting US-Made Drones
With the inclusion of the American Security Drone Act (ASDA) within the 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), signed into law by President Biden in December, 2023, the US government is now prohibited from using federal funds to purchase drones made in China, Russia, Iran, and North Korea, or drones that use certain components made in those countries.
Eyes in the Sky Want to Know: How Safe are NYC’s Jaw-Dropping High-Rises?
In 2023, a new permitting process opened the once closed skies over New York City to commercial drone operations. This…
Drones: Earning Trust, Becoming Established JobSite Tools
As drone technology and data analysis matures, so do the growing number of use cases in construction and mining.
Army Conducts First Flight Test for Medium-Range Launched Effects System
The U.S. Army’s Launched Effects (LE) program has successfully completed its inaugural flight test of the Launched Effects-Medium Range (LE-MR) prototype system at Dugway Proving Grounds, Utah.
Mines are Vital to the US Economy; Drones Have Joined the Crew
The global quest for a greener future is fueling an extraordinary demand for critical minerals. The industry is embracing innovation with…
Along the Autonomy Road
From technology manufacturers and OEMs to construction firms, large and small, autonomous and semi-autonomous activities are no longer a distant, unrealistic scenario.
Inside AI: Talking to the Data
At opposite ends of Illinois, two leaders in emerging construction technologies are collaborating to demonstrate how AI, ML and CV can validate construction’s digital-data mandate: Save time, save money, save lives.
Construction Drones for DOTs
State departments of transportation use drones for construction related tasks and face challenges related to new allowable drone manufacturers.
Carbonix, RIEGL, and Phase One Forge First-of-its-Kind VTOL Integration for Advanced Aerial Surveying
Carbonix, in collaboration with RIEGL and Phase One, has achieved a novel integration in aerial surveying by successfully mounting RIEGL’s…
Omni Táxi Aéreo to Launch Brazil’s First Unmanned Offshore Missions for Petrobras
Omni Táxi Aéreo, part of the Omni Helicopters International (OHI) Group and a leading provider of air mobility solutions in…
Leonardo Secures Contract to Provide Canadian Armed Forces with Advanced Counter-Drone Technology
Leonardo, the defense, and aerospace company, has been selected by Public Services and Procurement Canada (PSPC) to equip the Canadian…
uAvionix and CubePilot Forge Strategic Reseller Agreement to Enhance Drone Autopilot Solutions
uAvionix, a leading developer of communications, navigation, and surveillance (CNS) equipment for UAVs, has teamed up with CubePilot, a prominent…