Read the latest drone news today along with new developments in the unmanned aircraft systems aviation (UAV) industry.
These daily drone news articles cover the latest innovations, developments, research and regulations from the top UAV bloggers, service providers and manufacturers.
Drone news and articles from experts including SUAS News, UAV Expert News, DroneBlog, Unmanned Aerial, Rotor Drone Mag, Dronelife, 3DR, the Drone Girl, Gizmodo drone feed and many more.
For some extra reading, here is a list of the top drone blogs with even more news and reviews. The Wing Blog will also keep you up to date on the latest news in their drone delivery program.
This drone news web page covers today and the previous 7 days of drone news.
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- UK Watchdog Approves BVLOS Drone Flights for Security Operations: Gamechangerby Miriam McNabb on January 21, 2025 at 10:00 pm
Approval Could Transform the Security Industry with Cost Savings and Improved Safety The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has granted Heliguy approval to conduct beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone flights using a drone-in-a-box (DIAB) system. This milestone could significantly impact the security industry by enabling remote drone operations to replace traditional on-site security The post UK Watchdog Approves BVLOS Drone Flights for Security Operations: Gamechanger appeared first on DRONELIFE.
- Redmond, WA Police Take Innovation to New Heights with Drone First Responder Programby Miriam McNabb on January 21, 2025 at 9:45 pm
City embraces innovation in launching DFR program By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Armed with recent approval to conduct drone missions beyond the visual line of sight, the Redmond, Washington Police Department is working to launch its drones as first responders (DFR) program to new heights to protect public safety. Last November, the FAA granted The post Redmond, WA Police Take Innovation to New Heights with Drone First Responder Program appeared first on DRONELIFE.
- Argentech Solutions and S-PLANE Partner to Advance Drone Assurance and Autonomous Capabilitiesby Miriam McNabb on January 21, 2025 at 9:20 pm
Strategic collaboration aims to deliver certified hardware and software for advanced drone operations Argentech Solutions has announced a strategic partnership with S-PLANE, a company known for autonomous aviation and avionics systems. This collaboration will merge Argentech’s operational expertise with S-PLANE’s advanced technologies, offering innovative solutions for drone operations, including advanced ISR (intelligence, surveillance, and reconnaissance) The post Argentech Solutions and S-PLANE Partner to Advance Drone Assurance and Autonomous Capabilities appeared first on DRONELIFE.
- SimActive’s Correlator3D™ 10.3: Revolutionizing Large-Scale Mapping with Enhanced Speed and Flexibilityby Miriam McNabb on January 21, 2025 at 8:49 pm
The latest update tackles big data challenges with optimized workflows and multi-platform integration, delivering powerful solutions for commercial and military applications. by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb Quebec-based software developer SimActive Inc. recently announced the release of the new Correlator3D™ Version 10.3, updating their popular mapping solution to better tackle large-scale projects. This latest The post SimActive’s Correlator3D™ 10.3: Revolutionizing Large-Scale Mapping with Enhanced Speed and Flexibility appeared first on DRONELIFE.
- Argentech Solutions and S-PLANE Establish Strategic Partnership to Advance Cutting-Edge Drone Assurance Levelsby Press on January 21, 2025 at 8:40 pm
Argentech Solutions, a leading provider of advanced drone services and staffing solutions, is proud to
- DJI Neo – How to Access Internal Storage (Step-by-Step Guide)by Dan Bayne on January 21, 2025 at 6:34 pm
This comprehensive guide, with screenshots, will walk through downloading DJI Neo photos and videos.
- Aerovironment – Flight Demo Customer Specialist, Srby Press on January 21, 2025 at 1:34 pm
The Flight Demo Customer Specialist, Sr is responsible for compiling the equipment loadouts, preparing and
- Redwire Announces Acquisition of Edge Autonomy; Transformational Transaction Creates a Multi-Domain, Scaled and Profitable Space and Defense Tech Companyby Press on January 21, 2025 at 4:02 am
Redwire Corporation (NYSE: RDW), a leader in space infrastructure for the next generation space economy,
- Platform Aerospace Has Successfully Flown Vanilla UAS Using the Quattro Flight Management System (FMS)by Press on January 20, 2025 at 6:59 pm
Platform Aerospace announces the Vanilla UAS has successfully flown using the Quattro Flight Management System
- Drone Technology Supports Wildfire Prevention and Responseby Miriam McNabb on January 20, 2025 at 6:14 pm
Drone America and UAS Center at SBD Collaborate on Advanced Safety Tools Drone America has announced a partnership with the UAS Center at SBD, focusing on wildfire prevention and mitigation. The collaboration combines advanced drone technology with regional expertise to create innovative tools that enhance community safety and emergency response. “By combining Drone America’s expertise The post Drone Technology Supports Wildfire Prevention and Response appeared first on DRONELIFE.
- SkySafe Partners with Farmers Insurance Open for Third Year to Ensure Airspace Securityby Miriam McNabb on January 20, 2025 at 6:01 pm
Advanced Drone Detection Technology Protects Players, Fans, and Sponsors at the PGA TOUR Event at Torrey Pines by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb San Diego-based SkySafe, a drone detection and airspace security software developer, recently announced it has renewed its partnership with the Farmers Insurance Open for the third consecutive year. The partnership ensures The post SkySafe Partners with Farmers Insurance Open for Third Year to Ensure Airspace Security appeared first on DRONELIFE.
- Oransi Inc.: The U.S. Company Poised to Take on China’s Drone Motor Industryby Miriam McNabb on January 20, 2025 at 5:44 pm
U.S.-based company ready to challenge China’s drone motor dominance By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Edit: A previous version of this story incorrectly spelled the company name as “Orsani.” The correct company name is “Oransi.” A U.S.-based electric-motor manufacturer is hoping to become a major supplier to American drone manufacturing companies, by offering a product The post Oransi Inc.: The U.S. Company Poised to Take on China’s Drone Motor Industry appeared first on DRONELIFE.
- Windracers unveils next generation of autonomous cargo droneby Press on January 20, 2025 at 3:59 pm
Windracers, the low-cost logistics champion, unveiled its next generation of self-flying cargo aircraft, Windracers ULTRA
- Watchdog approves drone flights that could ‘radically transform’ security industryby Press on January 20, 2025 at 3:55 pm
A DRONE specialist is the first in the UK to receive approval by a watchdog
- Revolution in Aerial Image Decodingby Press on January 20, 2025 at 3:49 pm
Modern warfare demands rapid decision-making, and that’s precisely why Clarity was created—a decision-support system for
- Garuda Aerospace Takes Off in Mining Sector, Secures Deals Across Indiaby Press on January 20, 2025 at 2:49 pm
Chennai – Garuda Aerospace, India’s leading drone manufacturer and drone-as-a-service (DAAS) provider, is soaring to new heights
- New Next-Generation Battery Technology Doubles Drone Flight Timeby Gary Mortimer on January 20, 2025 at 9:05 am
A breakthrough in battery technology has the potential to revolutionize the drone industry, enabling drones
- Performance Drone Works (PDW) -Product Marketing Managerby Press on January 19, 2025 at 6:22 am
At Performance Drone Works (PDW), we’re at the forefront of creating custom small unmanned aerial
- FCC Proposes New Spectrum Rules to Advance Air Mobility Technologiesby Miriam McNabb on January 17, 2025 at 7:22 pm
Updated Guidelines Aim to Enhance Safety, Innovation, and Growth in Crewed and Uncrewed Aviation The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has announced a new initiative to modernize spectrum rules for advanced air mobility systems, a sector that combines crewed and uncrewed aircraft for efficient transportation of people and cargo. The FCC’s Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (NPRM), The post FCC Proposes New Spectrum Rules to Advance Air Mobility Technologies appeared first on DRONELIFE.
- DJI Expands Beyond Drones with New Super-Fast Chargers for Power Storage Systemsby Miriam McNabb on January 17, 2025 at 7:10 pm
Innovative car and solar chargers join the DJI Power Series, offering solutions for RVs, vehicles, and emergency backup systems. by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb DJI has continued their expansion into non-drone related industries with their new super-fast chargers for their existing battery bank systems, expanding the ever-growing DJI Power ecosystem. Both the new The post DJI Expands Beyond Drones with New Super-Fast Chargers for Power Storage Systems appeared first on DRONELIFE.
- Windracers Introduces ULTRA MK2 Cargo UAV: More Power, Payload, and Efficiencyby Miriam McNabb on January 17, 2025 at 7:00 pm
A New Chapter for Autonomous Middle-Mile Logistics Windracers has unveiled its latest self-flying cargo aircraft, the ULTRA MK2, at a launch event in London. Designed to enhance middle-mile logistics, the ULTRA MK2 offers double the power output, a 50% increase in payload capacity, and a significant reduction in fuel costs compared to its predecessor. “The The post Windracers Introduces ULTRA MK2 Cargo UAV: More Power, Payload, and Efficiency appeared first on DRONELIFE.
- Palmer Luckey’s AI Defense Company Anduril Is Building a $1 Billion Plant in Ohioby Matthew Gault on January 16, 2025 at 2:35 pm
The flame of the west is coming east.
- DJI Stops Automatically Blocking Drone Flights Over Airports and Military Basesby Matt Novak on January 15, 2025 at 2:10 pm
"The geofencing system was created as a voluntary built-in safety feature," the company writes.
- The Small-Sized DJI Flip Transforming Drone Folds Up to Look Like a Star Wars Droidby Kyle Barr on January 14, 2025 at 1:00 pm
Like the Neo, the $440 DJI Flip can launch from your palm, but it includes better object avoidance tech and a bigger sensor.
- Archaeologists Discover 3000-Year-Old ‘Mega-Fortress’ 40 Times Larger Than Expectedby Margherita Bassi on January 12, 2025 at 3:00 pm
The flora had previously concealed vast fortification walls and stone structures beyond an inner fortress.
- OpenAI Shuts Down Developer Who Made AI-Powered Gun Turretby Thomas Maxwell on January 9, 2025 at 6:15 pm
The DIY robot used ChatGPT's Realtime API to respond to commands to aim and fire a rifle.
- DJI Neo – How to Remove Prop Guards (& Why) and Change Propellers (with Video)by Dan Bayne on January 3, 2025 at 5:46 pm
This article will be a step-by-step tutorial showing how to remove the DJI Neo's propeller guards and change the propellers, should the need arise. We'll also examine why one might want to remove the propeller guards.
- DJI Neo – Initial Setup Guide (with Video)by Dan Bayne on December 26, 2024 at 7:46 pm
After reading this setup guide, with included video, you will have all of the tools needed to get your DJI Neo up in the air quickly.
- DJI Air 3S – Initial Setup (with Video)by Dan Bayne on December 22, 2024 at 11:22 pm
Hopefully, after reading this tutorial, you, as a new Air 3S owner, will have all of the tools needed to get up in the air quickly and safely.
- FAA Bans Drones in Parts of New Jersey as UFO Hysteria Continuesby Matt Novak on December 19, 2024 at 5:25 pm
Some insist these drones are piloted by intergalactic beings. Others claim they're regular airplanes. But who can say for sure?
- DJI’s Popular Chinese Drones Get Temporary Reprieve, May Still be Bannedby Todd Feathers on December 19, 2024 at 3:40 pm
DJI and Autel Robotics have one year to convince skeptical national security agencies that their equipment doesn't pose a threat to the U.S.
- An Incomplete List of the Times We’ve Panicked Over Lights in the Skyby Matthew Gault on December 17, 2024 at 7:35 pm
The planet has a not-so-proud tradition of getting scared about what it sees among the stars.
- Conspiracy Theories Flourish as Mystery ‘Drones’ Spotted Across U.S.by Matt Novak on December 16, 2024 at 9:50 pm
It's a bird! It's a plane! Yeah, it's probably just a normal plane.
- Congressman Claims Drones Over New Jersey Were Launched by Iranian ‘Mothership’by Matt Novak on December 11, 2024 at 9:05 pm
The Republican says it was launched a month ago off the east coast of the U.S. and should be shot down.
- Russians Are Using DIY AK-74 Buckshot to Fight Drones in Ukraineby Matthew Gault on December 10, 2024 at 8:40 pm
It’s very hard to shoot a small moving target.
- Mysterious Drones Are Flying Over New Jersey at Nightby Lucas Ropek on December 8, 2024 at 4:30 pm
Authorities can't (or won't) explain why large drones have repeatedly been sighted by Jersey residents.
- Palmer Luckey’s Defense Company Is Selling Loot Boxes of Drone Parts to Its Fansby Matthew Gault on December 3, 2024 at 4:10 pm
Luckey is looking to reshape the defense industry with anime waifus, loot boxes, and Hawaiian shirts.
- The Drone Racing League Lineup of Pilots for the 2025 Miami Invitationalby Dan Bayne on November 20, 2024 at 3:04 pm
Taking flight on February 1 at loanDepot Park, 12 Pilots from around the globe will race high-speed drones in a thrilling competition that will illuminate the Miami sky
- Turkish Aerospace Company Attacked by Gunmen, Four Dead and 14 Woundedby Matthew Gault on October 23, 2024 at 3:55 pm
Turkey's interior minister is calling it a 'terrorist attack' and there appears to be an ongoing hostage situation.
- Drone Simulators: Getting The Most Out Of Your Droneby dronetim on October 15, 2024 at 6:13 pm
Flying a drone for the first time can be both exhilarating and anxiety-inducing. When you’re starting from ground zero, Drones can function as toys, tools, ... Read more
- DJI Neo Review: This $200 Drone Will Be the Terror of Neighborhoods Everywhereby Kyle Barr on October 14, 2024 at 10:00 am
The $200 DJI Neo can take off from your hand and shoot 4K video. It’s only held back by an incredibly limited battery life.
- Emerald Vision for Growth: FROM STRATEGY TO ACTIONby Laura Brauer on October 1, 2024 at 8:05 pm
Issa Jouaneh, President, Connections at Emerald, is leading the company's core business unit with a focus on powering growth platform excellence. And being a destination for talent. The post Emerald Vision for Growth: FROM STRATEGY TO ACTION appeared first on Emerald.
- Lexar Silver Plus 256GB Micro SD Card Reviewby Dan Bayne on September 26, 2024 at 12:48 am
Today we review the quick and durable Lexar Silver Plus 256GB SD Card.
- Drone Photography In Marketingby dronetim on September 18, 2024 at 2:01 pm
Drone light shows are rapidly becoming popular entertainment, replacing traditional fireworks and laser displays across various industries. These aerial performances offer an eco-friendly, customizable, and ... Read more
- Palmer Luckey Uses Anime-Inspired Trailer to Announce New Cruise Missileby Matthew Gault on September 12, 2024 at 4:10 pm
"I don’t think the U.S. needs to be the world police. It needs to be the world's gun store," Luckey said.
- Drone Light Shows for Amusement Parks and Casinosby dronetim on September 10, 2024 at 10:18 pm
When travelers consider making a casino a part of their vacation, they’re looking for an unforgettable experience. Casinos have long been known for more than ... Read more
- All the Ways Everyday Gadgets Injured Us Last Yearby Todd Feathers on August 30, 2024 at 3:30 pm
Accidental penis punches, embedded earbud tips, and avoidable lightning strikes are among the maladies we've brought upon ourselves.
- The Next 4K Tiny Drone From DJI Fits in the Palm of Your Handby Kyle Barr on August 29, 2024 at 5:33 pm
The rumored ultra-cheap DJI Neo can launch from your palm and still shoot in 4K. We could see it in stores as early as next month.
- Bulletin Launches Shopify Integration to Help Brands Optimize Their Wholesale Merchandising and Sales Processby smith357 on August 20, 2024 at 1:06 pm
Bulletin, the online wholesale marketplace that connects small and medium-sized omni-channel brands and retailers, and a subsidiary of Emerald Holding, Inc., today announced the launch of its Shopify sales channel app. The post Bulletin Launches Shopify Integration to Help Brands Optimize Their Wholesale Merchandising and Sales Process appeared first on Emerald.
- Ikea Employees Are Getting New AI Drone Coworkers in the U.S.by Matt Novak on August 16, 2024 at 5:30 pm
The drones will do inventory while using artificial intelligence to avoid collisions.
- FPV Trails – a Crowd-Sourced Solution to the Best Places to Fly Your Droneby Elizabeth Ciobanu on July 30, 2024 at 1:11 am
FPVTrails is a free database of specific locations where you can fly, generated by actual pilots.
- Watch Drone Galactus Rise to Menace San Diego Comic-Conby Gordon Jackson on July 26, 2024 at 10:45 pm
A startling presentation unfolded last night at San Diego Comic-Con: the coming of Galactus to stately hall H!
- BVLOS is coming but how do you comply with Part 107 now?by Dan Bayne on June 25, 2024 at 4:42 pm
We’re excited about the advent of Part 108. But, if you fly over people, Part 107 requires that you protect people from injury. Does your drone deliver on that?
- Next Generation Drones Are Improving Online Gamingby dronetim on June 13, 2024 at 6:53 pm
Drones, once a Sci-Fi genre staple, have become a reality. Their future was initially uncertain, but they have evolved into versatile tools for various industries ... Read more
- Commercial UAV Expo Program & Speaker Line-Upby RotorDroneMag.com on June 4, 2024 at 8:48 pm
Organizers of Commercial UAV Expo, the world’s leading commercial drone trade show and conference, have announced an impressive list of conference topics and a roster of industry leaders who will provide insights on real-world use-case and strategies at the 2024 event. With the theme “Drones in Action: Current Realities & Future Frontiers,” the education program The post Commercial UAV Expo Program & Speaker Line-Up appeared first on RotorDrone.
- Leading with Humanity: Emerald’s New Podcast Series Champions Intentional Leadership and Cultural Innovationby Laura Brauer on May 7, 2024 at 2:04 pm
Exploring the art of intentional leadership during times of change; Ren Akinci's leadership insights draw a growing audience to Emerald & Advertising Week's Great Minds podcast The post Leading with Humanity: Emerald’s New Podcast Series Champions Intentional Leadership and Cultural Innovation appeared first on Emerald.
- The Modovolo Lift. Long flight time. Low, low price. And Legos? by Dan Bayne on April 23, 2024 at 6:41 pm
Co-founders of Modovolo Erik and Justin were on a mission to build a drone with amazing flight time for any payload but at a much lower price than anything on the market.
- DJI Avata 2 Review – The Most Fun Drone I’ve Ever Flownby Elizabeth Ciobanu on April 11, 2024 at 1:01 pm
I was lucky enough to get one of DJI's pre-release models of the Avata 2 to test and share my findings with you.
- Commerical UAV Expo Advisory Boardby RotorDroneMag.com on March 27, 2024 at 2:13 pm
Organizers of Commercial UAV Expo, the world’s leading commercial drone trade show and conference, have announced an impressive list of influential leaders in the commercial drone industry who will be participating on the Advisory Board. The Advisory Board will guide programming, recommend speakers, and deliver critical insights for the event. Select members of the Advisory The post Commerical UAV Expo Advisory Board appeared first on RotorDrone.
- MASSACHUSETTS TO HOST INAUGURAL CLIMATECH SUMMITby Laura Brauer on March 14, 2024 at 5:46 pm
GLOBAL GATHERING OF CLIMATE & TECH LEADERS TO BE HELD IN BOSTON PLAYS TO THE STRENGTH OF MASSACHUSETTS AS EPICENTER OF CLIMATE TECHNOLOGY INNOVATION, INVESTMENT, AND BUSINESS DEVELOPMENT The post MASSACHUSETTS TO HOST INAUGURAL CLIMATECH SUMMIT appeared first on Emerald.