The latest UAS / UAV news for Autonomous and Unmanned Aerial Vehicles. Articles on commercial UAV, tactical drones and unmanned aerial systems, product launches and technological advances in UAV design and manufacture
IMSAR’s NSP-3 Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) has been integrated with Schiebel’s CAMCOPTER® S-100 VTOL UAS, enhancing ISR capabilities with flexible payload options, extended endurance, and seamless command and control integration
Moonrock’s insurance product aims to protect drone manufacturers in the event of their devices causing harm, supporting the wider drone community and offering a range of policies
Ascent AeroSystems introduces ready-to-fly kits for its Spirit and NX30 UAVs, offering modular, NDAA-compliant solutions for public safety, inspections, and paramilitary operations
ZIYAN Tech’s Grey Whale G1 heavy-lift cargo delivery helicopter UAV is enhancing drone cargo transport, becoming the first to earn a Special Airworthiness Certification from China’s Civil Aviation Administration (CAA)
Nokia Drone Networks is a standalone and network-agnostic solution utilizing European-made multirotor drones, automated docking stations, and 4G/LTE and 5G connectivity
A new agreement with CAE will see the development and production of the next-generation mission trainer for GA-ASI’s MQ-9B SkyGuardian® remotely piloted aircraft system
Phoenix Air Unmanned completed a 320-mile BVLOS pipeline inspection for Shell Pipeline Company, powered by Elsight’s Halo connectivity solution for uninterrupted UAV command, control, and data transmission
TEKEVER has partnered with IMSAR to integrate advanced Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) technology into its UAS platforms, enhancing airborne surveillance, intelligence, and reconnaissance capabilities for defense missions
FlyingBasket CTO Matthias Moroder will join a panel at Xponential Europe to discuss the regulatory and market challenges hindering drone industry growth, and the importance of collaboration for wider adoption
At XPONENTIAL Europe 2025, Gremsy’s gimbal and payload technology will be paired with Nokia’s connectivity solutions, creating smarter, more efficient UAV systems
ANRA Technologies has helped advance drone-based medical deliveries in Scotland through the CAELUS project, enhancing airspace integration, BVLOS operations, and UTM systems
At Geo Week 2025, GeoCue launched TV1 Lite and the TV1 LiDAR scanners for drones, aiming to bring precision and affordability to the forefront of the geospatial industry
T-DRONES introduces the VTOL VA32, a versatile unmanned aerial vehicle built for long-duration flights, high payload capacity, and reliable performance in a variety of industrial applications
Cucuyo and Cavok UAS successfully completed flight tests in Spain, validating the integration of the P-100 laser communication terminal and advancing future developments
IMSAR and TEKEVER are set to integrate advanced Synthetic Aperture Radar (SAR) technology into unmanned aerial systems, enhancing surveillance, intelligence, and reconnaissance capabilities for defense and security operations
ParaZero’s advanced safety technology has enabled an Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) waiver for BVLOS drone operations, marking a significant step toward safer, more expansive commercial drone applications in various industries
Project OPTIMAS and Schiebel are set to develop a secure, high-speed optical communication system using quantum encryption and laser technology for multi-domain defence and satellite connectivity
Evolito will provide their D250 electric propulsion motor for Flying Whales’ LCA60T airship, set to make its debut test flight in 2027, for a more efficient and sustainable mode of transport
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