Orbotix Industries Raises €6.5M to Build European Drone Systems - DRONELIFE
Orbotix funding round raises €6.5M led by BVVC Fund to accelerate AI-powered drone swarming technology and European defense sovereignty.| DRONELIFE
As of October 6, the federal government shutdown enters its sixth day. For most Americans, the visible effects are still limited, but for the aviation sector—and particularly the drone industry—the timing is significant. Today also marks the close of the public comment period on the Federal Aviation Administration’s long-awaited proposed rule for routine flight beyond […] The post Government Shutdown Casts Shadow Over FAA Operations and Commercial Drone Progress appeared first on DRON...| DRONELIFE
FAA issues expansive Chicago TFR to protect federal officers By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill The FAA has established an unusually extensive and prolonged temporary flight restriction (TFR) for drones operating over downtown Chicago, at a time when federal law enforcement agents are ramping up immigration raids throughout the city. Citing “special security reasons” the […] The post FAA’s Expansive Chicago Drone Ban Raises Questions Over Security and Civil Liberties appeared fir...| DRONELIFE
MightyFly, a San Francisco Bay Area-based developer and operator of autonomous hybrid eVTOL cargo aircraft, has announced a five-year, $50 million contract with a leading California healthcare diagnostics provider. The agreement marks one of the largest commercial deployments of autonomous cargo eVTOL aircraft in healthcare logistics to date. Expedited Healthcare Logistics at Scale The new […] The post MightyFly Secures $50M Healthcare Contract for Autonomous Cargo eVTOL Deliveries appeared...| DRONELIFE
Late on the evening of October 2, Munich International Airport halted flight operations after multiple unconfirmed drone sightings in its airspace. Authorities restricted departures early, then suspended all takeoffs and landings until 5:00 a.m. local time the next morning. The disruption caused 17 outbound flights to be canceled, 15 incoming flights to be diverted (to […] The post Munich Airport Drone Disruption Raises Alarms over Civil Aviation Security appeared first on DRONELIFE.| DRONELIFE
Public concern about drones is rising worldwide, with authorities urging citizens to report sightings “without hesitation.” But does this approach help aviation safety—or does it risk fueling fear and misunderstanding? In today’s guest post, Stephen Sutton, founder of Finnish drone company Flyby Guys, explores the balance between public safety, perception, and the future of drone […] The post Drone Sightings: Reporting Risks or Overreacting? appeared first on DRONELIFE.| DRONELIFE
This article from Blue Marble Geographics highlights how advanced point cloud analysis can support vegetation fire risk assessment. Blue Marble is known for its geospatial software, including Global Mapper and Global Mapper Pro, which provide powerful tools for working with LiDAR, photogrammetry, and other complex datasets. These solutions enable users across industries—from utilities to forestry—to […] The post Leveraging Point Clouds for Vegetation Encroachment Assessment: A Drone-Ena...| DRONELIFE
Congress fails to reauthorize DOJ, DHS counter-UAS power By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill The federal government’s ability to disable and take down drones posing a potential threat to critical infrastructure such as power plants and airports ended at midnight, September 30, a victim of the legislative impasse that also has led to the wider […] The post Counter-UAS Authority Expires Amid Government Shutdown appeared first on DRONELIFE.| DRONELIFE
DronePort Network, an Oklahoma City-based UAV infrastructure developer, has formed a strategic partnership with Sweden-based flight tracking network Wingbits to introduce an AI-powered airspace intelligence platform specifically designed for drone operations. This collaboration integrates Wingbits’ comprehensive ADS-B (Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast) data into DronePort Network’s meerir platform, creating what the companies describe as the first conversational, […] The post ...| DRONELIFE
Orbotix funding round raises €6.5M led by BVVC Fund to accelerate AI-powered drone swarming technology and European defense sovereignty.| DRONELIFE
Matternet, a developer of commercial drone delivery systems, has partnered with Dave’s Hot Chicken to pilot a food delivery service in Los Angeles. The initiative will begin in Northridge, California, where eligible residents will soon be able to order meals through the Dave’s app and have them delivered by Matternet’s autonomous M2 drones. Expanding Drone […] The post Matternet and Dave’s Hot Chicken Launch Drone Delivery Pilot in Los Angeles appeared first on DRONELIFE.| DRONELIFE
Windracers ULTRA makes history with first UK-Norway cross-border civil drone flight, marking a milestone for BVLOS and airspace integration.| DRONELIFE
A federal judge ruled that DJI will remain on the Pentagon’s Section 1260H list of Chinese military companies.| DRONELIFE
Japanese firms Optim and Kyuden Drone Service launch AI-powered dead tree detection using multispectral drones for infrastructure safety.| DRONELIFE
DEXA secures $15M in seed funding to expand drone delivery in U.S. cities, backed by key FAA approvals and retail partnerships.| DRONELIFE
Auterion has raised $130 million in Series B funding to scale its AI-enabled defense software, transforming drones into coordinated swarms.| DRONELIFE
Kawasaki Motors has partnered with Dronamics to integrate aero piston engines into the Black Swan cargo drone.| DRONELIFE
DJI warns FAA’s BVLOS NPRM could exclude its drones, raising concerns for first responders and commercial users who rely on DJI platforms.| DRONELIFE
DOT and FAA invite state and local governments to submit proposals for the advanced air mobility pilot program, testing eVTOL and AMM.| DRONELIFE
Amprius secures a $35M repeat order for SiCore® batteries as demand grows for high-performance UAS power and BVLOS flight capabilities.| DRONELIFE
The FAA has published the long-awaited BVLOS NPRM, setting the stage for routine beyond visual line of sight drone operations in the U.S.| DRONELIFE
The DIU) updates the Blue sUAS Cleared List to include Green sUAS certified platforms, expanding options for the DoD.| DRONELIFE
SkyDrive secures JCAB certification basis for its eVTOL aircraft, advancing toward commercial operations and Osaka Expo 2025 demo flights.| DRONELIFE
Flying Lion surpasses 55,000 Drone as First Responder flights, enhancing safety and efficiency for communities and first responders.| DRONELIFE
Dryad Networks secures €6.3M to advance AI-driven wildfire detection and drone-based suppression technology.| DRONELIFE
Industry reacts as the FAA issues final powered-lift aircraft regulations, advancing eVTOL and AAM industry growth.| DRONELIFE
Daegu is transforming into a global tech hub: Future Innovation Tech Expo showcasing advancements in mobility, AI, robotics, and more.| DRONELIFE
