Sun ‘n Fun Goes Vertical: The Stories, Tech Updates and Organizations To Inspire Next-Generation Aviators
By: Rex Alexander, AG Infrastructure Ambassador At this year’s Sun ‘n Fun Airshow, held in Lakeland, Florida, I had the pleasure of speaking with numerous individuals representing the helicopter and…
Words Matter: Clarifying ‘Trust’ in Advanced Aviation
By: Michelle Duquette, AG Operations Ambassador “Trust” is vital but misunderstood in our complex world. We apply it to pilots, software updates, allies and autonomous vehicles alike, which creates risks…
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…
Precision Vision: How Autonomous Systems Are Enhancing Modern Defense Platforms
By: Arie Ergozi In defense, new systems have arisen to help military personnel respond quickly and accurately to threats. Axon Vision, an Israeli firm specializing in computer vision and artificial…
Rugged Autonomous Drones Built for The World’s Toughest Environments: The Black Swift Technologies Story
When it comes to capturing critical data in some of nature’s most violent and unpredictable phenomena across the world, Black Swift Technologies stands heads and shoulders above the rest. They…
Project ULTRA Successfully Completes Blood Delivery
Team maintains the temperature and integrity of 18 units across 90 nautical miles GRAND FORKS, North Dakota—The Project ULTRA team successfully transported 18 units of blood 90 nautical miles in…
Accipiter Radar Provides Drone Detection For Blue Angels
by Josey Melick on Jul 28, 2025 Accipiter Radar was in Florida earlier this month with the Blue Angels providing invaluable drone detection service to the US Navy and its partners. The Blue…
How Do You Stop a Spider’s Web of Drones? Inside Ukraine’s Game-Changing Operation
In the early hours of June 1, 2025, the rules of modern warfare shifted. Ukraine’s Operation Spider’s Web—a meticulously coordinated drone assault—struck deep inside Russian territory, targeting airbases across five…
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…
GIS at the Heart of Modern Security Operations: Insights from the Esri Safety & Security Summit
Complexity defines today’s security operations. Digital maps provide the digital backbone for agencies that provide real-time situational awareness, enable rapid decision-making and stitch together information for seamless interagency collaboration. The…
Mapping Wildfire Resilience With GIS: Perspectives from the ESRI Safety and Security Summit
As wildfires become more frequent and severe across the globe, the need for advanced tools to predict, detect and respond to these disasters has become increasingly critical. At the 2025…
Esri’s ArcGIS Basemaps Power Dataminr First Alert for Enhanced Real-Time Event Detection and Awareness
Esri, the global leader in location intelligence, has partnered with Dataminr, the leading real-time AI platform, to enhance real-time emergency response for public organizations. Esri’s ArcGIS Basemaps will be integrated into…
The Dawn of The Urban Drone Operations Management System
Over cities across America, drones have taken flight and have become an integral part of our urban landscape. From package deliveries to emergency response, drones have improved the way local…
A Drone – Orange Or Otherwise – Is the New Black: The Rising Threat to Prison Security
In the past decade, commercial drones have proliferated across industries ranging from photography to agriculture. But in a shadowy parallel, drones have also become the most vexing, sophisticated and persistent…
Words Matter: Clarifying ‘Trust’ in Advanced Aviation
By: Michelle Duquette, AG Operations Ambassador “Trust” is vital but misunderstood in our complex world. We apply it to pilots, software updates, allies and autonomous vehicles alike, which creates risks…
Rugged Autonomous Drones Built for The World’s Toughest Environments: The Black Swift Technologies Story
When it comes to capturing critical data in some of nature’s most violent and unpredictable phenomena across the world, Black Swift Technologies stands heads and shoulders above the rest. They…
GIS at the Heart of Modern Security Operations: Insights from the Esri Safety & Security Summit
Complexity defines today’s security operations. Digital maps provide the digital backbone for agencies that provide real-time situational awareness, enable rapid decision-making and stitch together information for seamless interagency collaboration. The…
FlyFreely: The Software Powering Drone Program Success
Drone operations are no longer a novelty—they’re a necessity for organizations that want to stay competitive, compliant and safe. Drawing on insights from FlyFreely co-founder Dr David Cole’s recent appearance…
ParaZero’s DropAir: Precision Airdrop for Contested Environments
As rapid response and operational flexibility become increasingly paramount for a wide range of professions—public safety, defense, humanitarian—ParaZero Technologies has emerged as a leader in aerial safety and logistics. Known…
Beyond the Headlines: Public Safety’s Real Perspective on Drone Manufacturer Bans
In recent years, drone manufacturer bans have sparked heated debates across industries, with public safety agencies at the center of the conversation. While policymakers cite security concerns and national interests…
Esri’s ArcGIS Basemaps Power Dataminr First Alert for Enhanced Real-Time Event Detection and Awareness
Esri, the global leader in location intelligence, has partnered with Dataminr, the leading real-time AI platform, to enhance real-time emergency response for public organizations. Esri’s ArcGIS Basemaps will be integrated into…
DroneSense and MatrixSpace Advance Beyond Visual Line of Sight Drone as First Responder Operations
Austin, TX – (July 10, 2025) – DroneSense and MatrixSpace have partnered to accelerate the safe expansion of beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone operations for Drone as First Responder (DFR) programs. The integration…
Sun ‘n Fun Goes Vertical: The Stories, Tech Updates and Organizations To Inspire Next-Generation Aviators
By: Rex Alexander, AG Infrastructure Ambassador At this year’s Sun ‘n Fun Airshow, held in Lakeland, Florida, I had the pleasure of speaking with numerous individuals representing the helicopter and…
Words Matter: Clarifying ‘Trust’ in Advanced Aviation
By: Michelle Duquette, AG Operations Ambassador “Trust” is vital but misunderstood in our complex world. We apply it to pilots, software updates, allies and autonomous vehicles alike, which creates risks…
Drones in Focus: Public Safety, Security Risks and Global Drone Developments
Uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) have become both silent guardians and illicit specters that span city skylines and shadowy enclaves. The Full Crew newscast recently assembled a panel of drone visionaries—Kaye…
What Can India Learn from U.S. and Canadian BVLOS Drone Regulations?
By: Akshata, AG Ambassador for Asia India stands at a critical juncture in drone regulation, especially when it comes to enabling routine Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations. As…
What to Expect at the 2025 Commercial UAV Expo: Key Topics, Trends and Technologies
Next month, professionals and thought leaders from throughout the commercial UAV sector will come together for the annual Commercial UAV Expo, being held September 2-4 at Caesars Forum in Las…
The Glue of the Drone Industry: An Inside Look at RIIS
In the drone industry, hardware innovation often outpaces software integration. In that gap, one company quietly serves as the indispensable “glue” that holds complex systems together. Research Into Internet Systems…
Understanding FAA Part 108: Why Safety Management Systems Are Central to BVLOS Drone Rules
By: Juan Plaza, AG Safety Ambassador On August 5, 2025, the Federal Aviation Administration released its long-anticipated Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM) for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone…
How Canada’s Drone Regulations Inspired the FAA’s Part 108 BVLOS Rule
By: Dan Juhlin, AG Canada Ambassador As drone tech continues to evolve, the regulatory frameworks governing its safe integration into national airspace must evolve as well. Both Canada and the…
Fulcrum and the Next Level of Fieldwork: Intelligent Operations for the Energy and Infrastructure Sectors
Across electric, water, and gas utilities—along with pivotal infrastructure contractors—field teams face a tangled web of manual paperwork, disconnected digital tools, and the ever-present mandate for safety, uptime, and regulatory…
DFW Airport Goes Digital With Geospatial Data, AI/ML and Event-Driven Architecture
With a land area rivaling Manhattan and a passenger volume among the world’s highest, Dallas Fort Worth International Airport (DFW) faces the immense challenge of modernizing infrastructure, enhancing passenger experience…
FlyFreely: The Software Powering Drone Program Success
Drone operations are no longer a novelty—they’re a necessity for organizations that want to stay competitive, compliant and safe. Drawing on insights from FlyFreely co-founder Dr David Cole’s recent appearance…
Esri’s ArcGIS Basemaps Power Dataminr First Alert for Enhanced Real-Time Event Detection and Awareness
Esri, the global leader in location intelligence, has partnered with Dataminr, the leading real-time AI platform, to enhance real-time emergency response for public organizations. Esri’s ArcGIS Basemaps will be integrated into…
The Compliance-Autonomy Cycle Driving Big, Big Energy Results in the Sector
The energy sector demands regulatory compliance. The promise of technological autonomy has reshaped how oil, gas and utility companies operate. A virtuous circle has formed around the requirements and the…
Drones, Data and Ingenuity in the Energy Sector: Advanced Corrosion Detection Beneath Insulation
In the oil and gas industry, corrosion under insulation (CUI) is a silent threat—one that can cost companies millions, disrupt operations, and pose significant safety risks. Traditional CUI inspection methods…
There’s No Silver Counter-Drone Bullet: Build a Stronger Cyber-Centric Shield, Layer by Layer
Today, drones are just as likely to deliver packages as they are to disrupt critical infrastructure or military operations. As the need for robust, adaptable counter-drone solutions becomes increasingly apparent,…
The Sky Will Belong to the Prepared: Training the Next Generation of BVLOS Drone Operators Under Part 108
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will soon introduce Part 108, a proposed new rule to support the advancement of drone operations by formally enabling Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS)…
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
As an entrepreneur, you’re surrounded by constant demands. Everyone wants a piece of your time. Before you know it, you’re stuck in reactive mode, putting out fires while the real…
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…
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…
Sun ‘n Fun Goes Vertical: The Stories, Tech Updates and Organizations To Inspire Next-Generation Aviators
By: Rex Alexander, AG Infrastructure Ambassador At this year’s Sun ‘n Fun Airshow, held in Lakeland, Florida, I had the pleasure of speaking with numerous individuals representing the helicopter and…
Words Matter: Clarifying ‘Trust’ in Advanced Aviation
By: Michelle Duquette, AG Operations Ambassador “Trust” is vital but misunderstood in our complex world. We apply it to pilots, software updates, allies and autonomous vehicles alike, which creates risks…
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…
Sun ‘n Fun Goes Vertical: The Stories, Tech Updates and Organizations To Inspire Next-Generation Aviators
By: Rex Alexander, AG Infrastructure Ambassador At this year’s Sun ‘n Fun Airshow, held in Lakeland, Florida, I had the pleasure of speaking with numerous individuals representing the helicopter and…
US Space Force Successfully Launches L3Harris-Built NTS-3 Satellite
MELBOURNE, Fla., Aug. 13, 2025 — The L3Harris-built (NYSE: LHX) advanced Navigation Technology Satellite-3 (NTS-3) has successfully launched from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on a United Launch Alliance (ULA) Vulcan rocket. NTS-3…
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…
Sun ‘n Fun Goes Vertical: The Stories, Tech Updates and Organizations To Inspire Next-Generation Aviators
By: Rex Alexander, AG Infrastructure Ambassador At this year’s Sun ‘n Fun Airshow, held in Lakeland, Florida, I had the pleasure of speaking with numerous individuals representing the helicopter and…
US Space Force Successfully Launches L3Harris-Built NTS-3 Satellite
MELBOURNE, Fla., Aug. 13, 2025 — The L3Harris-built (NYSE: LHX) advanced Navigation Technology Satellite-3 (NTS-3) has successfully launched from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on a United Launch Alliance (ULA) Vulcan rocket. NTS-3…
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Flight to Impact: Economic & Workforce Outcomes from U.S. Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Initiatives
The Drone Automation and Robotics Technology (DART) Initiative has released an insightful report titled “Flight to Impact: Economic and Workforce Outcomes from U.S. AAM Initiatives,” which thoroughly examines the tangible…
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