Military
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA‑ASI), announced that the Italian Air Force (ItAF) has accepted delivery of two RQ-1 Predator RPA systems, marking final deliveries of GA-ASI’s Predator A product line. “With the delivery of these aircraft, GA-ASI completes over two decades of delivering Predator
Business
Swedish defence company Saab and UMS Aero Group AG, a Swiss supplier of tactical unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), are forming a joint venture under the name UMS Skeldar AG. Saab will transfer all assets relating to the Skeldar unmanned helicopter to UMS Skeldar.UMS Skeldar is a multi-skilled enterprise
Video
Take a ride in the front seat of a Boeing Stearman as Texan-pilot TJ puts the aircraft through some aerobatic manœuvres... The Stearman (Boeing) Model 75 is a biplane used as a military trainer aircraft, of which at least 10,626 were built in the United States during the
Propulsion
Russian engineer Andrey Semyonov of Perm invented a lightweight, powerful engine designed originally for unmanned aerial vehicles. Next, he plans to tap into the multi-billion dollar small engine market, which is especially lucrative in places like India. The exceptional light weight is the main feature of Andrey Semyonov'
Regulations
The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has taken the next step in developing a regulatory framework for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) with the publication of its “technical opinion” on the safe use of unmanned aircraft in Europe’s airspace. The technical opinion sets the direction to be followed for all
Kratos Defense & Security Solutions, Inc. announced that it has successfully performed the third flight demonstration of its Unmanned Tactical Aerial Platform (UTAP-22) onDecember 11, 2015, on the Navy test range at China Lake, CA. This mission demonstrated two UTAP-22 aircraft in continuous collaborative airborne operations through the
Regulations
The Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) new web-based registration system for small unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) is now active. Hobbyists and recreational users who fly UAS, which include remote controlled aircraft, may register at www.faa.gov/uas/registration. Owners must register small UAS weighing more than 0.55
Commercial
Twitter was granted a patent last week for an unmanned aerial vehicle which can be controlled by users and take pictures and videos. Twitter responded to the publication’s queries with: “Two words: Drone selfies.” Twitter has been working drones since the Cannes Lions Prix awards in June 2014. During
Business
India has sought from the US 100 latest unmanned aerial vehicles, both armed and surveillance versions, worth USD 2 billion to bolster its arsenal amid recurring incursions by Chinese troops. Industry sources familiar with New Delhi's interest and ongoing talks between the two governments, said that India is
First Responders
Austin Fire Department is showing off one of their new tools — aimed at helping keep people safe - their unmanned aerial vehicle, more commonly known as a “drone.” Since drones are a popular holiday gift item, they say it’s important to know the rules beforehand, and check with the FAA.
Military
US Air Force officials announced a new initiative Dec. 17 to enhance the Intelligence, Surveillance and Reconnaissance mission by integrating enlisted remotely piloted aircraft pilots into the force. Air Force officials stated a dynamic threat environment calls for innovative approaches to high-demand missions. After careful consideration and with an
Military
Turkey's domestically produced UAV, the Bayraktar TB2, has been armed, making Turkey the fifth country to arm a UAV. With the anti-tank missile installed, which was developed by Roketsan (a major Turkish weapons manufacturer and defence contractor based in the central Anatolian province of Ankara), Bayraktar successfully