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What if we thought of drones as community entities and assets, rather than just robots that fly through the sky and deliver goods and services?

an innovative oceanographic survey drone capable of taking off, landing, and sailing on the sea.

Michael Robbins, President & CEO of AUVSI, recently testified before the House Transportation & Infrastructure Committee's Subcommittee on Aviation highlighting the critical role of regulatory frameworks and education in advancing the drone and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) industries.

Simplified and automated manufacturing processes could help eVTOL players break the scale limitations inherent to aerospace

A consortium of partners, led by Tulsa Innovation Labs, equips Greater Tulsa Region to advance U.S. global leadership in trustworthy and equitable autonomous technologies

Vigilant Aerospaces' FlightHorizon airspace management and uncrewed traffic management (UTM) system has been selected as the airspace management system for the Skyway36 droneport in Tulsa, Oklahoma.

Opion piece on DJI drone legislation

"I'd like to see more mom/pop/boutique drone shops. Akin to a custom luthier/guitar shop. Not everything needs to be rigged for the masses".

NDAA FY25 Passed House Friday, June 14 by Narrow Margin: What's Happening with the Countering CCP Drones Act Now?

The summit, themed "Level the Playing Field – Raise the Bar," aimed to foster a collaborative environment where participants from various bases could share knowledge, experiences, and innovation with industry experts in the field to enhance sUAS programs across the command

The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) have pledged to work together to meet the challenges of a fast-changing and evolving aviation industry and the increasing speed of development of future technologies.

The use cases for leveraging aerial robots for asset inspections are rapidly expanding. We recently covered how drone-based site security can create efficiencies, but the benefits of the technology go beyond security.

In this article, we're going to dive into how to identify the other data sources that support the key metric for drone operations, CPM, which in turn gets us closer to eventually leveraging data tools. 

Over the last few years, the exciting convergence of drones and artificial intelligence (AI) has brought about groundbreaking transformations in multiple industries, from agriculture and surveillance to logistics and disaster relief.

Florida, state and private sector actors have been pressing hard since 2021 to develop a system of "vertiports" for takeoffs and landings

In the latest report by Drone Industry Insights (DRONEII), the Chinese drone market has been highlighted as a significant global player, showcasing its extensive capabilities and continued potential for growth.

New 19,000 Square Foot Facility to Advance Aerospace Research and Development

Innovative X-plane designs from an array of companies aim to benefit Navy, other services

The bill directs the FAA to work with eVTOL manufacturers, prospective operators and other relevant stakeholders to encourage the growth of an AAM system and enable the safe entry of these next-generation aircraft into the national airspace system

FAA Reauthorization Bill Mandates Final Rule for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) Drone Flights to Boost Industry Growth

These pioneering companies, spanning solutions in autonomous flight, drone payloads, aerial data, and more, will gain access to a comprehensive suite of resources, mentorship, and over $100,000 in support

The focus is on new fuels, such as hydrogen fuel cells and solar panels, and how their use can improve the future of the drone industry.

The drone industry is defined by people who are committed to the technology and unlocking the value it can create for individuals and society as a whole,

Exploring the Future of Human-Aircraft Interaction with NASA Researcher Andy Lacher at AUVSI Xponential 2024

Learn how to compete for funding, while networking with global industry scouts, investors, and key federal leadership representing the nation's largest seed fund

This year's FAA Drone and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) Symposium will focus on how the FAA continues to safely integrate these aircraft while creating a framework to accelerate advanced operations.

NASA's Strategic Role in Integrating Advanced Air Mobility: Insights from Nancy Mendonca at AUVSI Xponential 2024

Advancing Defense Innovation: Defense Innovation Unit 3.0 Focuses on Rapid Deployment of Commercial Technologies

Key assets and test sites across the state are setting the stage for research and development, manufacturing and more.

3 Key Takeaways from Xponential 2024

As the aviation industry expands into increasingly automated technologies, the need for precise weather data becomes undeniably crucial, particularly for drone operations.

Many commercial companies see the DOD as a potential lifeline, in an era of shrinking venture capital funding and limited regulatory guidance for the types of complex operations needed to scale the uncrewed industry.

The agreement sets a framework for drone component manufacturers holding Green UAS certification to share their data directly with DIU.

UTM is not a single system: it's a complex structure of regulations, technologies, and relationships working together to provide new levels of airspace awareness to all participants.

This computer program is available to industry for U.S. release via the software.nasa.gov website.

Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has recently granted a crucial waiver under Title 49 of the United States Code for the operation of civil Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) at the Nevada Autonomous Test Site.

The Center of Integrated Intelligent Mobility Systems' new unmanned aviation research facility at Discovery Park, will allow students and businesses in the Texoma region to conduct research on unmanned vehicles.

Aerospace Week 2024 was a resounding success, uniting industry leaders, educators and enthusiasts of all ages to share a collective vision for the future of aerospace in Oklahoma.

From enhancing safety to optimizing operational efficiency, drones and robotics are reshaping traditional practices in the energy industry and opening up new horizons for exploration and production. 

Join Grayson Ardies, Oklahoma's Aerospace and Aeronautics Director, and Carly Collins from the OKCID as they discuss Oklahoma's First Aerospace Week, AeroOklahoma, workforce challenges, and industry initiatives.

The agricultural drone market is not only already a leader for drone technology, offering unparalleled benefits across diverse sub-industries such as crop farming, livestock management, fishery, hunting, and forestry.

From the AAM developer's point of view, what is the most important element of vertiport design?

It's time to reflect on the past 11 years of an industry that's making great strides towards maturity but, in reality, it's still in its infancy.

The Commercial Drone Alliance (CDA) and the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) have released a reference document providing guidance to the commercial drone industry on staying compliant with the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) UAS Remote Identification (RID) Rule.

The DoD is seeking commercial solutions that allow Group 1 and 2 sUAS (as well as other UxS) to communicate in electromagnetic spectrum contested environments, including, but not limited to, jamming, interference, and spoofing. 

Business accelerator programs are available to aid budding commercial drone companies. Offering business training, mentorship, networking opportunities, and much-needed funding, these programs are critical to the future of our industry.

Red Bull and the Dutch Drone Gods UAV racing team have revolutionized the way we view Formula 1, capturing Max Verstappen's full-speed lap around the Silverstone Circuit with an advanced FPV drone. Capable of reaching speeds from 60 to 180 mph in less than 2 seconds was achieved through innovative design, a custom chassis and the use of cutting-edge motors and stabilizers.

Approval to deploy up to three drones weighing more than 55 pounds simultaneously with a single pilot and without visual observers, which also allows for nighttime operations.

The Oregon UAS Accelerator is thrilled to announce the opening of applications for its inaugural cohort, commencing June 3rd and concluding on September 10th with the Pendleton Investor Roundup. Participants can extend their stay at the Pendleton UAS Test Range until the end of 2024 to continue testing their innovation.