EHang Joins EU GOF 2.0 Research Project

Posted on February 10, 2021 by dan

EHang has announced its participation in the European Union “GOF 2.0 Integrated Urban Airspace Validation” project, which is a follow-up to the SESAR JU GOF U-space project. GOF 2.0 is focused on developing the safe, secure, and sustainable integration of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) operations in urban airspace. As one of the 13 consortium members and the leading passenger electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) company, EHang is expected to ensure safe flight operations in…

Drone Delivery – Is It A Good Idea?

Posted on April 14, 2018 by dan

You’ve likely heard a lot of talk about using drones to deliver everything from blood to seeds. But is it actually a good idea? Today we take a look at some of the pros and cons of this new industry and try and see if it’s really worth it. The company Zipline currently airdrops critical blood and other medical supplies with over 500 packages being delivered per day, rain or shine, 24/7 at up to 75…

COPTRZ to Supply Specialist UAVs Equipped Thermal Imaging Capabilities Devon & Cornwall Police and Dorset Police

Posted on November 29, 2017 by dan

COPTRZ have been announced as the exclusive supplier of UAV solutions to Devon & Cornwall Police and Dorset Police. The force will be expanding their fleet in the coming months with the purchase of a range of specialist UAVs equipped with optical zoom and thermal imaging capabilities. Earlier this year Devon & Cornwall Police and Dorset Police were the first force to announce their intentions to employ full-time UAV pilots and create a dedicated drone unit. Investment in the…

Drone Zone: What Are The Benefits of Drones?

Posted on October 30, 2017November 2, 2018 by dan

There is little doubt that the revolution in aerial vehicle technology in the form of drones – otherwise known as Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs) or Unmanned Aerial Systems (UASs) – is causing a re-think when it comes to public safety and security, especially in the uncertain world we live in. Whilst much attention is being given in the media to countering the threat posed by drones should they stray too close to sensitive sites like…

DJI M200 Series Drones For Aerial Data Collection

Posted on February 28, 2017February 28, 2017 by dan

DJI, the world leader in unmanned aerial technology, has unveiled the new Matrice 200 drone series (M200), which is purpose-built for professional users to perform aerial inspections and collect data – making drone technology an affordable and easy-to-use tool for enterprises that recognise how aerial imaging can transform their operations. The M200 series’ folding body is easy to carry and easy to set up, with a weather- and water-resistant body, ideal for field operations. It…

senseFly and AirMap partner to advance safety for commercial drones

Posted on February 23, 2017February 23, 2017 by dan

New partnership delivers robust airspace intelligence and unmanned traffic management solutions to senseFly’s largely autonomous commercial drones senseFly, the world’s first choice producer of mapping drones and subsidiary of Parrot Group, today announced that they have partnered with AirMap, the world’s leading airspace management platform for drones, to deliver AirMap’s airspace services to senseFly’s eBee fixed wing drones and Albris quadcopter. AirMap’s airspace platform services will be directly integrated into senseFly’s eMotion flight and data…

DOT and FAA Finalize Rules for Small UAS

Posted on June 23, 2016June 23, 2016 by dan

The Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration has finalized the first operational rules (PDF) for routine commercial use of small unmanned aircraft systems (UAS or “drones”), opening pathways towards fully integrating UAS into the nation’s airspace. These new regulations work to harness new innovations safely, to spur job growth, advance critical scientific research and save lives. “We are part of a new era in aviation, and the potential for unmanned aircraft will make it safer and easier…

Drone captures latest expansion progress at Anfield

Posted on March 22, 2016 by dan

Liverpool FC has released new footage showing Anfield’s Main Stand expansion from the sky.

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Posted on March 9, 2016July 14, 2016 by dan

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ImiTec and Drone Ops Ltd announce UAV collaboration

Posted on January 26, 2016January 26, 2016 by dan

Bristol based radiation mapping company, ImiTec Limited, and Newcastle based Drone Ops Limited, have announced a new collaboration for the provision of Small Unmanned Aerial Systems services. Droneops will be supporting ImiTec in the finals of the $1m United Arab Emirates’ Drone for Good competition which is being held in Dubai on 4 to 6 February 2016. ImiTec’s patented UAV based Advanced Autonomous Radiation Monitoring system can deliver low-altitude aerial meter resolution maps of radiation…

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