Researchers at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University in the USA are proving the viability of the hyperlocal weather-prediction tools needed to fly autonomous systems in populated areas
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Local authorities to help coordinate U-space deployment – new EASA proposals
By Philip Butterworth-Hayes The formation of a new U-space implementation organisation – the U-space Coordinator – was one of the key outcomes of the European
Read moreAiRMOUR programme invites 10 cities to collaborate on fast-tracking UAM services
The European Union’s AiRMOUR research project is inviting 10 cities or regions to join a programme to accelerate urban air mobility (UAM) services. According to
Read moreST Engineering, Sumitomo and Skyports trial ship-to-shore drone deliveries
ST Engineering, Sumitomo Corporation and Skyports have announced the formation of a consortium to provide Unmanned Aircraft (UA) services for shore-to-ship parcel delivery in Singapore.
Read moreV-BAT drone Canadian Coast Guard trials show “comprehensive airspace picture”
By Oliver Smith Software company Kongsberg Geospatial has announced that the Canadian Coast Guard completed off-shore sea trials for Shield AI’s V-BAT Unmanned Aircraft System
Read moreCanada invites C-UAS companies to join national technology assessment trials later this year
Counter-UAS (C-UAS) companies from around the world have been invited to apply to join the Canadian Joint Operations Command (CJOC)-led “CUAS” sandbox trials taking place
Read moreAutonomous heavy-lift cargo transport company Nautilus announces USD6 billion orderbook
Natilus, a US autonomous air freight aircraft company, has announced advanced purchase commitments of more than USD6 billion for the delivery of 440+ aircraft in
Read moreFAA “to field test UTM safety standards and data exchanges later this year” – ATCA
By Jenny Beechener The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) plans field tests for new entrants later this year in collaboration with industry and stakeholders to test
Read moreIsrael’s CAA certifies Elbit UAS for flights in civil airspace
The Civil Aviation Authority of the State of Israel (CAAI) has for the first time certified an Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) for civil aviation, approving
Read moreRheinmetall’s Skyranger 30 HEL “capable of laser outputs of 20kW now, 100kW later”
Rheinmetall has announced more details of its Skyranger 30 HEL a hybrid solution designed to thwart the full range of future airborne threats. “Here, the
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