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How Drone Deer Recovery is Changing Hunting and Wildlife Management
- Michael Yoder, a former tree maintenance business owner, started using a drone with a thermal camera to locate deer while hunting.
- Encouraged by the positive response at a sports show, he launched his business, Drone Deer Recovery, offering drone-assisted deer recovery services.
- Drone Deer Recovery gained popularity, expanded nationwide, and now has 26 licensed drone pilots operating in 15 states.
- The use of drones in wildlife management, such as tracking deer populations and locating wounded deer, has the potential to shape sustainable hunting practices and ecosystem conservation.
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DRL U.S. Air Force Miami Invitational: World-Class Pilots Set to Compete
- The Drone Racing League (DRL) has announced the lineup of twelve elite pilots who will compete in the 2025 DRL U.S. Air Force Miami Invitational.
- The competition will take place at loanDepot Park in Miami on February 1, 2025, with drones racing at speeds of up to 90 mph through an illuminated course.
- Miami holds a special place in DRL's history as it hosted the league's first race in 2016.
- The event promises a thrilling evening of high-speed drone racing, with tickets available for purchase.
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CSIS Simulation Highlights Urgent Need to Strengthen U.S. Defense Industrial Base
- A recent simulation conducted by the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS) highlights the urgent need to strengthen the U.S. defense industrial base.
- The simulation reveals critical vulnerabilities in the ability to support military operations, including munitions shortages, aircraft and ship losses, and reliance on foreign components.
- The U.S. defense industrial base is unprepared for prolonged conflict due to production timelines, supply chain fragility, and workforce shortages.
- To address these deficiencies, the report recommends expanding manufacturing capacity, reducing reliance on foreign components, accelerating acquisitions and contracting, and investing in workforce development.
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Neuromorphic Cameras and Pilotless Air Taxis on Weekly Wings!
- Sprayhawk, an automated agricultural helicopter developed by Rotor Technologies and AG Nav, has the potential to revolutionize aerial applications with its advanced navigation software, obstacle detection systems, and autonomous flight capabilities.
- Neuromorphic cameras, inspired by the human eye, enable drones to navigate in GPS-denied environments by detecting changes in light, opening new possibilities in both civilian and defense sectors.
- SPH Engineering's advanced software simplifies drone choreography, making drone light shows more accessible and fueling creativity in aerial entertainment, as seen in AC Milan's 125th-anniversary show in Dubai.
- Red Cat Holdings' thermal imaging-equipped Black Widow drones are chosen for the U.S. Army's short-range reconnaissance program, with nearly 6,000 drones being deployed for defense operations.
- Carbonix's Volanti receives FAA approval for nationwide BVLOS operations, allowing long-range fixed-wing drones to perform precision tasks across the U.S., showcasing advancements in drone integration into the national airspace.
- SkyDrive and SAI Flight collaborate to establish electric air taxi routes in South Carolina, representing progress in urban air mobility and pilotless transportation.
- Updates on EVTOL technology and a patent infringement lawsuit against DJI are also discussed in the episode.
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Unidentified Drone Swarms Spotted Over U.S. Air Force Bases in the U.K.
- Unidentified drones were observed flying over three Royal Air Force (RAF) bases used by the United States Air Force (USAF) in eastern England.
- The drones varied in size and configuration, and their activity appeared coordinated.
- The drones did not disrupt operations or pose a direct threat to personnel, but their nature of activity has raised concerns.
- Investigations by U.S. and U.K. defense officials are ongoing to determine the origin and purpose of the drones.
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How a Trump presidency could reshape the drone industry: regulation, innovation, and the China question
- As the drone industry enters a transformative era, the second term for Donald Trump could introduce pivotal shifts in regulation, domestic manufacturing and global competition across all aspects of the economy. During the first term, the Integration Pilot Program (IPP) was launched which has ultimately evolved into the FAA BEYOND Program, which remains ongoing today. The FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 established a timeline for finalizing Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) rules. With use cases such as drone delivery or drone light shows, one operator operates multiple drones at once. The S.473 – American Security Drone Act of 2023 aims to reduce dependence on international suppliers. The evolution of trade tensions and national security policies is set to mean big price changes for drones. Strategic investments in domestic manufacturing and supply chains will be critical to reducing dependency on foreign components. Expect a seismic shift with Elon Musk taking on an advisory role in the Trump administration. The administration’s willingness to embrace risk could reshape the public perception of drones.
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Leveraging Drones to Streamline Solar Plant Inspections
- Companies are leveraging drones to streamline solar plant inspections.
- Solar power plants are becoming more popular and require frequent monitoring for efficient operations.
- Drones can cover entire solar farms quickly and capture data that may be missed by humans.
- Using drone technology, companies like Above Surveying offer drone surveying platforms for data collection and analysis.
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Defence Nano Drones In India.
- The global military drone market size is projected to reach USD 47.16 billion by 2032 with a CAGR of 13.15%.
- The Indian Army has issued a Request for Proposal (RFP) to procure 850 nano-drones.
- Teledyne FLIR, a USA-based company, dominates the nano-drone market in India.
- Prominent nano-drone startups in India include VayDyn, NextLeap Aeronautics, and Endure Air.
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Cyberdrone Illuminates Dubai Sky with Drones Celebrating AC Milan’s 125th Anniversary
- Cyberdrone celebrated AC Milan's 125th anniversary with a spectacular 1,000-drone light show in Dubai.
- The aerial display showcased AC Milan's iconic symbols, highlighting the football club's history and global appeal.
- The event exemplifies the role of technology in sports celebrations and fan engagement.
- Cyberdrone, known for drone light shows, positioned themselves as innovators in the global market.
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EHang Announces $30 Million Share Repurchase Program Amid Major Advancements in Urban Air Mobility
- EHang, the Chinese advanced air mobility company, has announced a $30 million share repurchase program.
- The company has demonstrated confidence with a new UAM facility in Hefei and progress towards mass production of passenger drones.
- The facility in Hefei will accommodate 10-20 EH216-S unmanned passenger drones and includes waiting, boarding, and ticketing areas.
- EHang aims to maintain its leadership in providing safe, pilotless, and sustainable eVTOL solutions in the Urban Air Mobility sector.
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Harmonized Skies 2024 Demonstrated Working UTM Systems: Advancing Commercial BVLOS Operations
- The Global UTM Association (GUTMA) recently hosted the “Harmonized Skies 2024” event in Fort Worth, Texas.
- The event aimed to advance commercial Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone operations.
- Industry leaders, regulators, and public safety agencies collaborated to demonstrate unified BVLOS operations.
- The event showcased the role of UTM systems in enabling safe and scalable drone operations.
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Red Cat wins U.S. Army next-gen drone contract over Skydio
- Red Cat Holdings announced this week that it won the US Army’s Short Range Reconnaissance (SRR) program contract, valued at $99.8m with a base year value of $22m.
- The contract is for the acquisition of 5,880 systems over five years, and replaces Skydio who won the contract in 2020.
- Red Cat’s Black Widow drone won the bid with advanced capabilities, forward-looking obstacle-avoidance, and the integrated FLIR Prism AI software stack.
- Red Cat provides integrated robotic hardware and software for military, government, and commercial operations through its Teal Drones and FlightWave Aerospace Systems subsidiaries.
- Part of Red Cat’s ARACHNID family of systems, the drones are purpose-built for electronic warfare operations and modular architecture enables swift adaptation to requirements.
- Red Cat said its system is designed for the warfighter, manufactured in the US and intended to increase survivability and warfighter safety.
- Skydio also announced that it raised $170 million in a series E extension round, adding to the $230 million it raised last year.
- Red Cat believes that the SRR contract selection builds on momentum from its recent acquisition of FlightWave, the announcement of the ARACHNID line, and the creation of the Red Cat Futures Initiative.
- The US Army awarded the contract based on solider feedback, technical performance, volume manufacturability, and system cost.
- Red Cat said it is preparing to meet increased demand across the rest of the US Department of Defense, the federal government, and allied countries.
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Unexplained Drone Activity Over Morris County Sparks Public Concern and Official Investigation
- Reports of large UAVs near Picatinny Arsenal prompt responses from military, local authorities, and the FAA.
- Mysterious drone activity over Morris County, NJ, sparks public concern and an official investigation.
- Military installation, Picatinny Arsenal, denies involvement but collaborates with local, state, and federal agencies to gather more information.
- FAA dismisses claims of unusual drone activity in the area, but assures the public by sharing information with federal security partners.
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FDNY Establishes New Drone Task Force
- The New Jersey and New York regions have seen a significant increase in brush fires due to drought and dry conditions.
- In response to the historic increase in brush fires, the FDNY has established its first Brush Fire Task Force, consisting of fire marshals, fire inspectors, and tactical drone units.
- Drones will be used by the task force to locate potential fire areas, track active fires, and help predict fire spread.
- The task force aims to prevent brush fires, ensure firefighter safety, and identify the causes of fires to keep New Yorkers safe.
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Thermal Drones Take the Hunt to New Heights: Deer Recovery Made Easy
- Drone Deer Recovery, a startup founded in 2021 in Winesburg, Ohio by Michael Yoder, is providing thermal imaging drones to help hunters find injured deer during hunting season.
- Drone Deer Recovery began using drones to find lost deer, by videoing drone footage and uploading it to the website, where video content ranged from 3 to 6 million views per month.
- Drone Deer Recovery has since expanded into a full-blown drone retail service including agricultural drones for crop spraying and the manufacturing of trailers to transport heavy-duty agricultural drones.
- It helps other entrepreneurs start their own deer recovery businesses, supplying them with the equipment the company uses.
- Drone Deer Recovery has a website where they list the deer recovery services of affiliated operators offering drone thermal imaging in their area, so hunters can find and hire them.
- State laws vary regarding the use of drones in hunting, but a majority of states allow drones to recover lost animals, although some states do expressly forbid their use.
- Qualified drone operators should have drones like the DJI Mavic 30T equipped with thermal imaging and standard visible-light cameras to spot heat signatures and capture an image of the animal’s location.
- Services are more effective the sooner they are called after the hunt, so the deer has less time to move further away into less accessible areas.
- By helping hunters find injured animals quickly and easily, Drone Deer Recovery is helping make hunting more ethical and responsible for both animals and hunters.
- Through advocacy and the provision of superior tools, it is clear that start-ups like Drone Deer Recovery can provide game-changing solutions to ethical problems faced by hunting traditions.
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