Editorial
Droniq takes flight
Having just celebrated their one-year anniversary, the Droniq team shared with me their accomplishments over the last year and I have to say they have come a long way since I first spoke with them […]
UTM
UAS/Drones
North Dakota to build a statewide unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) network
The State of North Dakota has signed an agreement with Thales to build a statewide unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) network for safe BVLOS operations and to support safe airspace integration of unmanned aircraft. Thales will […]
CAAs/ANSPs
Drones support Estonian emergency services during pandemic
Estonian Air Navigation Services, (EANS) has enlisted the support of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) manufacturer, Threod Systems and safety-critical technology provider, Frequentis, to support Estonian blue-light forces with a series of essential drone operations during […]
Editorial
Can Cellular Networks Support Aviation Functions?
In the ongoing series of webinars from The Global UTM Association (GUTMA), the fourth installment considers the possibility of cellular networks becoming the fabric to support aviation functions. Six speakers from different regions and functions […]
UAS/Drones
PANSA joins the fight against COVID-19
PansaUTM, managed by Polish Air Navigation Services Agency, conducted a pilot project on Wednesday, 29th of April, to transport samples for testing for the presence of SARS-CoV-2 virus using a cargo drone. The flight beyond […]
CAAs/ANSPs
ENAIRE coordinates law enforcement drone flights related to COVID-19
Through its SYSRED H24 units and the Airspace Operational Coordination Department, ENAIRE is coordinating more than 30 drone operations carried out by law enforcement agencies and related to the state of emergency that was decreed due to COVID-19. […]
Editorial
The implications of connectivity in drone operations
The Global UTM Association (GUTMA) has been hosting a series of webinars to replace the live event originally planned in conjunction with Mobile World Congress. In the first session they looked at the current status […]
CAAs/ANSPs
FAA continues work on drone integration initiatives
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announced two new participants for the unmanned aircraft Traffic Management Pilot Program (UPP). The FAA’s NextGen program selected Virginia Tech Mid-Atlantic Aviation Partnership in Blacksburg, Va., and Griffiss International Airport in Rome, […]
UAS/Drones
EASA publishes first rules for safe drone operations in Europe’s cities
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has published the first view worldwide on the use and control of drones in an urban environment, balancing the desire to maximise the commercial and convenience benefits of […]
Editorial
Why are Mobile Network Operators (MNOs) investing in drones?
The Global UTM Association (GUTMA) recently hosted a webinar to take a look at the topic of MNO investment in the world of drones. This online format replaced the live event originally planned in conjunction […]
