Advanced Air Mobility and eVTOL Trends in 2025: Hybrid Power, Global Hubs and Pilot Programs
By: Dawn Zoldi 2025 has marked a pivotal year for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) across the world. With new partnerships, ground-breaking events, and…
ViaSat-3 Flight 2 arrives at Cape Canaveral ahead of launch
September 30, 2025 -Viasat’s ultra-high-capacity ViaSat-3 Flight 2 (VS-3 F2) satellite has completed its cross-country flight from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Kennedy Space Center, Florida. The smooth delivery of…
Maintaining the Edge: Emerging Technologies and the Need for Rapid Acquisition in the U.S. Air Force
By: Dawn Zoldi (Col, USAF Ret.) As technological advancement shapes the balance of global power, the United States Air Force faces a critical imperative: to sustain its edge through rapid…
Integrated Drones, Robots and Vessels: The Next Leap in Multi-Domain Autonomy
By: Pramod Raheja, AG Autonomy Ambassador Unmanned systems in the sky, on land and across the sea continue to change the conduct of missions worldwide. Drones deliver real-time surveillance from…
Space Systems Command, Space Development Agency Complete Successful Launch of First Tranche 1 Satellites
EL SEGUNDO, Calif. – The U.S. Space Force’s Space Development Agency (SDA) today announced the successful launch of the first Proliferated Warfighter Space Architecture Tranche 1 (T1) Transport Layer space vehicles…
Battlefield Lessons for Drone Businesses: Future‑Proofing for BVLOS and Over‑the‑Horizon Challenges
By: Dawn Zoldi Drones have reshaped military and commercial operations, from frontlines to farmlands. This year’s Law-Tech Connect panel “Future-Proofing for Over the Horizon Operational Challenges” gathered top experts from…
Quantum Systems Announces Market Expansion and €50M Investment in the UK
London, September 8, 2025 – Quantum Systems, the leader in AI-powered unmanned intelligence systems for defence, emergency services, and industry – announces a long-term commitment to the United Kingdom with the establishment…
US Navy Awards ANELLO Photonics Contract Phase II Option SBIR Topic “N234-P02: NAVAIR Open Topic for Logistics in a Contested Environment”
SANTA CLARA, Calif., Sept. 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — ANELLO Photonics, the creator of the SiPhOG™ and a leading provider of cutting-edge photonics solutions for navigation in GPS-denied environments today announced that is has been awarded a…
Nested Technologies and Infinit Drones: Two Drone Sector Companies, One Huge Impact
By: Dawn Zoldi As industries worldwide increasingly embrace automation and advanced unmanned technologies, two Canadian companies aim to reshape the landscape: Nested Technologies and Infinit Drones. Nested has steadily built…
OpEd – America’s Counter-Drone Imperative: Permanent Congressional Action Needed Now to Secure the Skies
By: Dawn Zoldi The American drone industry, as a whole, has marked its collective calendar with a single, palpable date: October 6th, the conclusion of the public comment period for…
TruWeather Launches First-Ever, Low-Altitude Weather Sensor Network in AllianceTexas
TruWeather Solutions, a global leader in Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) weather innovation, in partnership with Hillwood, the City of Fort Worth and the North Central Texas Council of Governments, announces…
Autonomous Drone-in-a-Box Solutions: Real Global Efficiencies and Industry Insights from Commercial UAV Expo 2025
By: Juan B. Plaza, AG Operational Safety Ambassador The Commercial UAV Expo 2025 panel “How Real-World Efficiencies Are Being Enabled by Drone-in-a-Box (DIB) Solutions” showcased autonomous DIB solutions and highlighted…
Multilayer Right Out-of-the-Box: D-Fend Solutions’ New EnforceAir PLUS
Drones have become the signature threat of the modern aerial domain, pressing defense, security and critical infrastructure organizations worldwide to seek smart, adaptive countermeasures. D-Fend Solutions’ recent launch of EnforceAir…
Storm-Ready: Leveraging GIS for Hurricane Season Planning in Florida
Each year, as the Atlantic hurricane season approaches, communities across Florida brace for the unpredictable. In Hillsborough County, home to Tampa and a vibrant coastal population, being storm-ready is not…
Scoring the Deal: Mastering the New Rules for Government Autonomy Contracts
As technological innovation and national security become increasingly intertwined, landing a government autonomy contract has become both a high-stakes opportunity and a formidable challenge. The landscape continues to shift at…
Pierce Aerospace Showcases Remote ID in DHS C-UAS Demonstration
August 05, 2025, Fishers, IN — Pierce Aerospace participated in the U.S. Department of Homeland Security’s (DHS) Counter-Unmanned Aircraft Systems (C-UAS) technology demonstration, held July 24–25, 2025, at the Customs…
What FAA Part 108 Could Mean for Public Safety Drone Operations
By: Jason Day, AG Public Safety Ambassador The FAA’s proposed Part 108 rule signals a defining shift for drones in American airspace, especially for public safety agencies looking to expand…
Nested Technologies and Infinit Drones: Two Drone Sector Companies, One Huge Impact
By: Dawn Zoldi As industries worldwide increasingly embrace automation and advanced unmanned technologies, two Canadian companies aim to reshape the landscape: Nested Technologies and Infinit Drones. Nested has steadily built…
FAA Part 146: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of Certifying Drone Data Service Providers
By: Abigail Smith, AG Ambassador The Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) new proposed rule, Part 146, “Certification of Unmanned Aircraft System Data Service Providers,” lays out a framework for Automated Data…
Federal Leadership Needed: Why Public Safety Drone Operations Demand Their Own Rules
By: Michelle Duquette (CEO, 3 MAD Air) & David Lewin (Host, This Week in Drones) Federal policy for drone operations is at a crossroads. As Congress debates new authorities under…
Nokia’s Drone Solution: 5G Takes Flight
By: Dawn Zoldi As industries and public agencies seek to expand the boundaries of what’s possible in aerial data, security and emergency response, Nokia Drone Network solution leads the charge,…
Grounded or Cleared for Takeoff? FAA’s BVLOS Rule Could Make or Break Small Drone Businesses
By: Dawn Zoldi The FAA’s Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone operations presents significant practical impacts for small unmanned aircraft system (UAS) businesses….
SWEAR’s Security Platform Validated by ESI Convergent, Signaling a New Standard in Digital Content Authenticity
Boise, Idaho — SWEAR, a leader in digital content authenticity, today announces that the SWEAR Security platform has been officially validated by ESI Convergent following a comprehensive evaluation of its capabilities….
𝗗𝗥𝗢𝗡𝗘𝗥𝗘𝗦𝗣𝗢𝗡𝗗𝗘𝗥𝗦 𝗔𝗻𝗻𝗼𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗲𝘀 𝗟𝗮𝘂𝗻𝗰𝗵 𝗼𝗳 “𝗧𝗲𝗮𝗺 𝗔𝘄𝗮𝗿𝗲𝗻𝗲𝘀𝘀 𝗞𝗶𝘁” (𝗧𝗔𝗞) 𝗜𝗻𝗶𝘁𝗶𝗮𝘁𝗶𝘃𝗲
DRONERESPONDERS has partnered with UAS Strategic to facilitate a TAK Working Group which will provide learning sessions on how TAK can be used as a means to a tactical common…
Gogo announces first Gogo Galileo FDX STC as ALOFT AeroArchitects receives approval covering Boeing Business Jet BBJ737-series aircraft
Broomfield, CO./ 6 October 2025 – Gogo (NASDAQ: GOGO) is pleased to confirm that the first Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for the Gogo Galileo FDX terminal has been issued by the Federal Aviation…
Clear Words, Safer Skies: A “Words Matter” Review of the FAA Part 108 BVLOS NPRM
By: Michelle Duquette, AG Operations Ambassador The FAA’s Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) for Part 108 Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone operations marks a pivotal advancement in modernizing…
Advanced Air Mobility and eVTOL Trends in 2025: Hybrid Power, Global Hubs and Pilot Programs
By: Dawn Zoldi 2025 has marked a pivotal year for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) and electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) across the world. With new partnerships, ground-breaking events, and…
FAA Part 146: The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly of Certifying Drone Data Service Providers
By: Abigail Smith, AG Ambassador The Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) new proposed rule, Part 146, “Certification of Unmanned Aircraft System Data Service Providers,” lays out a framework for Automated Data…
Electra Expands U.S. and European Facilities to Accelerate Development of Hybrid-Electric Ultra Short Aircraft
Electra’s rapid growth and top engineering talent drive production of the EL9 forward Manassas, VA and Bleienbach, Switzerland – September 30, 2025 – Electra.aero, Inc. (“Electra”) today announced the expansion…
ViaSat-3 Flight 2 arrives at Cape Canaveral ahead of launch
September 30, 2025 -Viasat’s ultra-high-capacity ViaSat-3 Flight 2 (VS-3 F2) satellite has completed its cross-country flight from Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) to Kennedy Space Center, Florida. The smooth delivery of…
Op-Ed – Why GPS-Only Solutions Are Not Enough: The Case for Independent Surveillance in Part 108 BVLOS Drone Operations
By: Ray Adams,* AG Contributor As the FAA’s Part 108 rule for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone operations moves toward implementation, it’s clear that advanced cooperative technologies like…
DEXA Closes Oversubscribed $15M Seed Funding to Introduce At Home Drone Delivery in Major Metropolitan Markets
DAYTON, Ohio, September 24, 2025 – DEXA, a leading innovator in autonomous drone delivery, today announced the completion of its $15M Seed Round. The Seed was raised in three oversubscribed stages (2021,…
Nested Technologies and Infinit Drones: Two Drone Sector Companies, One Huge Impact
By: Dawn Zoldi As industries worldwide increasingly embrace automation and advanced unmanned technologies, two Canadian companies aim to reshape the landscape: Nested Technologies and Infinit Drones. Nested has steadily built…
Autonomous OGI Drones now Alternative Test Method for EPA Subpart OOOOa, OOOOb
[Austin, TX – Oct 1, 2025] – The U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) has approved Percepto’s autonomous OGI drone system as an Alternative Test Method (ATM) under Subparts OOOOa &…
Unlocking Digitalized Industrial Inspection: Scout 137 Drone from ScoutDI Leads the Way
By: Dawn Zoldi ScoutDI, a standout in the drone technology sector, has swiftly established itself as a global leader in digitalized inspections of industrial confined spaces. With the third iteration…
Balancing Security and Scalability: Drone Industry Calls for Risk-Based TSA Regulations on BVLOS Operations
By: Dawn Zoldi With the comment period for the Part 108 Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) Notice of Public Rulemaking (NPRM) just days away, comments from drone delivery and…
Nokia’s Drone Solution: 5G Takes Flight
By: Dawn Zoldi As industries and public agencies seek to expand the boundaries of what’s possible in aerial data, security and emergency response, Nokia Drone Network solution leads the charge,…
Autonomous Drone-in-a-Box Solutions: Real Global Efficiencies and Industry Insights from Commercial UAV Expo 2025
By: Juan B. Plaza, AG Operational Safety Ambassador The Commercial UAV Expo 2025 panel “How Real-World Efficiencies Are Being Enabled by Drone-in-a-Box (DIB) Solutions” showcased autonomous DIB solutions and highlighted…
The Delta Between Approved BVLOS Operations and FAA NPRM: Substantial Gaps Could Impact Commercial Drone Integration
By: Dawn Zoldi The FAA intends its Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) on BVLOS operations to codify standards that move operations permitted today, primarily through waivers or exemptions, more toward…
WISPR Systems Unveils SkyScout 2 and SkyScout 2+
Batesville, Mississippi – Sept. 10, 2025 – WISPR Systems, an American-made leader in drone technology, today announced the launch of the SkyScout 2 and SkyScout 2+, the newest evolution of…
USI and Xer Technologies Forge Strategic Training Partnership to Advance Global UAS Workforce Development
The Unmanned Safety Institute (USI), a global leader in Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) training, certification, and operational best practices, proudly announces a strategic partnership with Xer Technologies AG, a Swiss-based…
Inspiring Tomorrow’s Drone Workforce: Inside Volatus Aerospace’s SEAR Program
As drones become more commonly integrated into society, the demand for skilled professionals who can leverage the potential of this technology across a wide range of use cases continues to…
AEA Unveils Certified Aircraft Electronics Technician Credentials, Partnership with Unmanned Safety Institute
The Aircraft Electronics Association introduced its brand-new certification for the avionics industry, the Certified Aircraft Electronics Technician (CAET), during today’s opening session at the 68th annual AEA International Convention &…
7 Time Management Tips for Busy Tech Entrepreneurs
By: Eno Umoh, AG Business & Entrepreneurship Ambassador As an entrepreneur, you’re surrounded by constant demands. Everyone wants a piece of your time. Before you know it, you’re stuck in…
Space Foundation Announces International Teacher Liaisons for 2025
Space Foundation Editorial Team Flight 25 includes 17 teachers from U.S. states and 15 international educators Program globally promotes space-related STEM education in schools Selectees will take part in Space…
Transforming Mineral Exploration: Breakthroughs in Drone-Based Hyperspectral Imaging
In a groundbreaking development for the mining industry, researchers at North Dakota State College of Science (NDSCS) and the Center to Advance the Science of Exploration to Reclamation in Mining…
CSU Drone Center: Elevating Drone Education and Research to New Heights
The Colorado State University (CSU) Drone Center assists researchers, industry partners, public safety professionals and a wide range of students with cutting-edge UAV research, education and support services. As a…
Gogo announces first Gogo Galileo FDX STC as ALOFT AeroArchitects receives approval covering Boeing Business Jet BBJ737-series aircraft
Broomfield, CO./ 6 October 2025 – Gogo (NASDAQ: GOGO) is pleased to confirm that the first Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for the Gogo Galileo FDX terminal has been issued by the Federal Aviation…
What FAA Part 108 Could Mean for Public Safety Drone Operations
By: Jason Day, AG Public Safety Ambassador The FAA’s proposed Part 108 rule signals a defining shift for drones in American airspace, especially for public safety agencies looking to expand…
Clear Words, Safer Skies: A “Words Matter” Review of the FAA Part 108 BVLOS NPRM
By: Michelle Duquette, AG Operations Ambassador The FAA’s Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) for Part 108 Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone operations marks a pivotal advancement in modernizing…
Gogo announces first Gogo Galileo FDX STC as ALOFT AeroArchitects receives approval covering Boeing Business Jet BBJ737-series aircraft
Broomfield, CO./ 6 October 2025 – Gogo (NASDAQ: GOGO) is pleased to confirm that the first Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for the Gogo Galileo FDX terminal has been issued by the Federal Aviation…
What FAA Part 108 Could Mean for Public Safety Drone Operations
By: Jason Day, AG Public Safety Ambassador The FAA’s proposed Part 108 rule signals a defining shift for drones in American airspace, especially for public safety agencies looking to expand…
Clear Words, Safer Skies: A “Words Matter” Review of the FAA Part 108 BVLOS NPRM
By: Michelle Duquette, AG Operations Ambassador The FAA’s Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) for Part 108 Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone operations marks a pivotal advancement in modernizing…
Gogo announces first Gogo Galileo FDX STC as ALOFT AeroArchitects receives approval covering Boeing Business Jet BBJ737-series aircraft
Broomfield, CO./ 6 October 2025 – Gogo (NASDAQ: GOGO) is pleased to confirm that the first Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for the Gogo Galileo FDX terminal has been issued by the Federal Aviation…
What FAA Part 108 Could Mean for Public Safety Drone Operations
By: Jason Day, AG Public Safety Ambassador The FAA’s proposed Part 108 rule signals a defining shift for drones in American airspace, especially for public safety agencies looking to expand…
Clear Words, Safer Skies: A “Words Matter” Review of the FAA Part 108 BVLOS NPRM
By: Michelle Duquette, AG Operations Ambassador The FAA’s Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) for Part 108 Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone operations marks a pivotal advancement in modernizing…
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Law enforcement agencies initially adopted drones for tactical surveillance, search and rescue, as well as crime scene documentation. Today, police departments leverage Drones as First Responders (DFR) programs to autonomously…
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Fly with us at the National Business Aviation Association’s Business Conference and Expo (NBAA BACE), as AGN LIVE! streams from this year’s show, thanks to our sponsor, End State Solutions….
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Where were those air taxis flying around the Paris Olympics in 2024? Not ubiquitously flying, to be sure. Now, we hear talk of such flights by the 2028 Los Angeles…