The UAS Flyer - April 27, 2017

AlarisPro software improves UAS safety for users, manufacturers Software developed by Maryland-based AlarisPro not only supplies operators with important information about their UAS fleet, but it also gives manufacturers data that can be used to improve safety and build better products. READ MORE SHARE
Super heavy-lift drone to be made at Florida plant Florida is set to become home to the next wave of unique commercial drones to operate in the U.S. GRIFF Aviation, a Norwegian-based unmanned aircraft systems designer and manufacturer of a heavy-lift drones wants to open a plant in Tampa. READ MORE SHARE
	Mini-ADS-B maker set to release newer, smaller versions for sUAS The maker of a miniature ADS-B transceivers and navigation products has announced plans to debut a new line of small unmanned aircraft systems products that are lighter and better than previous versions. READ MORE SHARE
ATL airport deploys drones for runway maintenance The busiest airport in the U.S. has turned to small unmanned aircraft vehicles to enhance and maintain day-to-day operations. Michael Baker International, an engineering and consulting service has deployed a drone to monitor heavy aircraft runways. READ MORE SHARE
FAA issues 200 maps to streamline commercial drone ops The Federal Aviation Administration today published ;more than 200 facility maps to streamline the commercial drone authorization process. The maps depict areas and altitudes near airports where UAS may operate safely. READ MORE SHARE
	Northrop Grumman opens new ND facility Northrop Grumman last week officially opened its new facility adjacent to the Grand Forks Air Force Base in North Dakota as the first anchor tenant of the Grand Sky UAS Business and Aviation Park, calling it a unique opportunity for innovation. READ MORE SHARE