Pierce Aerospace announced that it was awarded a $10 million Indefinite Delivery Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) subcontract from Amentum, a global leader in advanced engineering and innovative technology solutions, to support evolving requirements from the Department of Homeland Security Science and Technology Directorate.
Red Cat Holdings, Inc. announced it has received authorization from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to operate unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) in U.S. airspace without broadcasting Remote Identification (Remote ID) information, specifically for the purpose of aeronautical research.
The John D. Odegard School of Aerospace Sciences (UND Aerospace) has entered a one-year partnership with Vigilant Aerospace Systems to utilize the company’s drone safety software and airspace management system FlightHorizon. A memorandum of understanding was signed late last year to formalize the agreement.
Northrop Grumman Corporation successfully completed assembly and testing of its Protected Tactical Satcom Rapid Prototype (PTS-P) payload and delivered it to the company’s facility in Gilbert, Arizona, where it will be integrated with an ESPAStar-HP bus and next-generation digital processing subsystem.
ZenaTech, Inc. and announced that it has signed a lease to open a Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone testing facility in Turkey. The facility will serve as a product testing site for its subsidiary ZenaDrone’s ZenaDrone 1000 model drones designed for the US Defense Branches and NATO. The testing facility will be fully set up and operational during the first quarter of 2025.
Elbit Systems Ltd. has been awarded a contract worth approximately $60 million to supply its multi-layered Counter Unmanned Aerial Systems (C-UAS) to a NATO European country. The contract will be performed over a period of 3 years.
The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) President and CEO Michael Robbins issued a statement on January 2nd regarding the U.S. Department of Commerce’s Bureau of Industry and Security issued advance notice of proposed rulemaking seeking public comment on uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) security.
Edge Autonomy Expands U.S. Navy Marine Corps Small Tactical UAS Long Range/Long Endurance Support
January 08, 2025
Edge Autonomy announced that it has been awarded a follow-on contract with the United States Navy Marine Corps Small Tactical Unmanned Aircraft Systems Program (PMA-263) for delivery of the VXE30 Stalker Small Uncrewed Aircraft System (sUAS) to support the Long Range/Long Endurance (LR/LE) program of record.
EHang Reaches Cooperation Agreement with Weihai High-Tech Zone to Co-Develop Pilotless eVTOL Industrial Ecosystem
January 08, 2025
EHang Holdings Limited announced it has signed a project cooperation agreement with the Management Committee of the Torch High-Tech Industrial Development Zone of Weihai City in Shandong Province to establish comprehensive industry collaboration on pilotless electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft (eVTOLs) in the new phase of rapid growth of low-altitude economy in China.
Senator John Hoeven announced that the U.S. Space Force has awarded a nearly $10 million contract modification to General Dynamics toward the company’s efforts to advance the Space Networking Center and satellite mission at the Grand Forks Air Force Base.
heliguy™ has obtained an Operational Authorisation to operate drones BVLOS in an atypical air environment (AAE).
Archer Aviation Inc. announced that it received the certificate of occupancy for its high-volume manufacturing facility, ARC, which is connected to the Covington Municipal Airport in Georgia.
Latest flight trials take the British-built PHASA-35 High Altitude Pseudo Satellite (HAPS) a step closer to operations in the stratosphere.
Sentrycs announced its progress within the public safety market. The company recently closed new agreements that will deliver core protocol manipulation sensor solutions across a wide variety of scenarios.
Crown Consulting Inc. congratulates DroneUp on obtaining its Part 119 air carrier certification for operations under the FAA’s part 135 Certification.
KBR announced it has been awarded an estimated $88M task order contract under the Department of Defense Information Analysis Center's (DoD IAC) multiple-award contract (MAC) vehicle.
The Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) has received more than 5,000 reported drone sightings recently and the federal government is supporting state and local officials in investigating these reports.
Skydweller Aero Inc. continues its Autonomous Maritime Patrol Aircraft (AMPA) flight tests of the Skydweller unmanned aerial system (UAS) with operational military payloads integrated onboard.
General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) announced the sale of three MQ-9B SkyGuardian® Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) systems to the Polish Ministry of Defence.
SkyDrive Inc. an electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft manufacturer based in Japan, and Osaka Metro Co., Ltd. announced plans for the “Osaka Diamond Routes” at the “Osaka Roundtable”.
Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) President and CEO Michael Robbins recently made made a statement in response to recent reports of aircraft activity over New Jersey and the Eastern U.S.
Anduril and Archer announced a partnership to jointly develop a hybrid vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft for critical defense applications.
AgEagle Aerial Systems Inc. announced it has been granted Green UAS certification from the Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International, the world’s largest nonprofit organization dedicated to the advancement of uncrewed systems, autonomy, and robotics. Green UAS is an expanded framework for certification but designed for non-defense and commercial companies looking to verify their compliance with cybersecurity and supply chain standards.
Eve Air Mobility and Signature Aviation Partner to Research Ecosystem Requirements and Services for AAM Ground Operations
December 11, 2024
Eve Air Mobility and Signature Aviation have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to research ecosystem requirements as well as the ground services necessary for safe, efficient and scalable Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) ground operations.
Joby Aviation, Inc. and Jetex announced a strategic partnership to redefine seamless connectivity for Jetex customers. The two companies will focus initially on Jetex locations across the Middle East, where Joby plans to install its Global Electric Aviation Charging System, to support Joby operations that will connect Jetex passengers to a network of vertiports, offering efficient and sustainable travel across the region and between Emirates.
Mobilicom Limited announced it has secured its latest initial production-scale orders for its cybersecure SkyHopper Pro datalinks from an innovative U.S.-based drone designer and manufacturer that serves commercial and defense customers globally.
Thales and Avinor have partnered to implement Norway’s next-generation nationwide Unmanned Traffic Management (UTM) system, enhancing airspace management for both unmanned and manned aircraft while ensuring full compliance with European regulatory standards.
Following release of the final language of the FY 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) President and CEO Michael Robbins stated: “AUVSI applauds the leaders of the House and Senate Armed Services Committees for their work on the FY 2025 NDAA, which contains numerous provisions to bolster the integration of uncrewed systems, robotics, and autonomy within the U.S. Department of Defense.
UrbanLink Air Mobility LLC announced a strategic partnership with CRISALION Mobility. Under the agreement, CRISALION Mobility will pre-sell 20 Integrity electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft to UrbanLink, highlighting both companies shared commitment to revolutionizing regional air travel through advanced air mobility (AAM) solutions.
SkyDrive Inc. announced that it has signed an agreement with JTB Corp. to create new tourism value using electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVOTLs). The partnership aims to contribute to regional revitalization by introducing eVTOL tourism services to local companies and municipalities.
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