Amazon‘s ambitious drone delivery program has hit serious turbulence in College Station, Texas, where unprecedented community resistance has collided with the e-commerce giant’s futuristic vision. This university town of approximately 125,000 residents has become ground zero for a showdown that…
Georgia Lawmakers Push Drone Regulations, Targeting Chinese Manufacturers and Public Safety Georgia lawmakers are advancing comprehensive drone regulations through multiple bills, with bipartisan support focusing on national security and public safety concerns, according to state legislative documents. The measures would…
Wing, Alphabet’s drone delivery subsidiary, successfully executed a special Super Bowl LIX delivery service in North Texas, bringing game day snacks directly to residents’ homes through a partnership with PepsiCo. The service operated in select residential areas of Frisco, approximately…
Amazon has suspended its Prime Air drone delivery operations in the United States following multiple crashes at its testing facility, marking another significant setback for the e-commerce giant’s ambitious drone delivery program. The suspension affects commercial operations in Texas and…
We have four stories for you this week: Autel and others added to the DoD CMC list, DJI releases the Matrice 4, Walmart ends their contract with DroneUp, and the DoD expands LAANC. Let’s get to it! Autel Added to…
Retail giant Walmart has terminated its partnership with drone logistics provider DroneUp, including divesting its stake in the company, marking a significant shift in its drone delivery approach. The announcement comes shortly after DroneUp secured crucial FAA certification for expanded…
Looking back at DroneXL’s most-read stories of 2024, we’ve seen an industry shaped by legislative challenges, conflict-driven innovation, significant product launches, and heightened geopolitical tensions as a new U.S. administration prepares to take office. Legislative Challenges and Security Reviews The…
We have three drone news stories for you this week: a Florida man who shot down a drone and was fined, leaked photos of what may be a new DJI Enterprise controller, and the New Jersey drone hysteria getting out…
A 72-year-old Florida resident has been ordered to pay $5,000 in restitution after shooting at a Walmart delivery drone he mistakenly believed was conducting surveillance on his property, reports First Coast News. The incident, which occurred in Lake County, Florida,…
DroneUp has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the sixth U.S. drone operator to receive Part 135 air carrier certification from the Federal Aviation Administration. This certification transforms the Virginia Beach-based company’s delivery capabilities, allowing transport of third-party cargo and…
Welcome to Weekly UAS News Update! We have five stories this week, including a crucial update on a drone ban requiring immediate action, DJI Flip leaks, DroneUp receiving their Part 135 certification, Skybrowse new interior mapping capabilities, and the FBI’s…
A game-changing drone delivery initiative is poised to revolutionize healthcare access for Smith Island’s isolated residents, backed by a $1.76 million U.S. Department of Transportation grant, according to the University of Maryland’s recent announcement. Remote Community Faces Critical Healthcare Challenges…
A Walmart Supercenter in Fort Worth has rolled out an ambitious drone delivery program, deploying 18 drones to serve customers within a six-mile radius. The initiative is part of a larger partnership between Walmart and Wing that spans 11 locations…
In a groundbreaking development for U.S. drone delivery, Zipline is revolutionizing North Texas logistics with its autonomous Platform 2 system. The company, having completed over 1 million deliveries globally, received historic FAA approval and chose Dallas-Fort Worth as its first…
DroneUp, a once-promising drone delivery startup, is facing turbulent skies as it scales back operations and grapples with internal challenges. According to Axios, the company is ending drone deliveries in three states, including 18 drone delivery hubs. Update 8/18: DroneUp…
Essential Safety Protocols for Drone Pilots Drones have become increasingly prevalent in recent years, raising concerns about privacy and property rights. As these unmanned aerial vehicles soar through the skies, some individuals have taken matters into their own hands, attempting…
Leaks and Listings Reveal the DJI Neo The latest buzz in the drone community centers around the newly spotted DJI Neo. The FCC recently listed this yet-to-be-released drone, and DJI leaker OsitaLV shared a video showing the lightweight DJI Neo…
Watts Innovations, a Baltimore-based custom industrial drone manufacturer, announced its closure after eight years of operation in the Drone Industry. The company, known for its high-quality, heavy-lift drones, is “shifting to new horizons,” marking the end of its current chapter…
According to a recent report by Fortune, Walmart‘s ambitious drone delivery program has encountered an unforeseen obstacle: gun owners shooting down delivery drones. This development highlights the challenges retailers face as they expand their use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs)…
According to a recent report by KBTX News, Amazon Prime Air is looking to significantly expand its drone delivery operations in College Station, Texas. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has extended the deadline for public comments on this proposed expansion.…
A 72-year-old Florida man has been arrested for allegedly shooting a Walmart delivery drone out of the sky, causing thousands of dollars in damage. According to ClickOrlando.com, Dennis Winn faces multiple charges including criminal mischief and discharging a firearm in…
Subway is taking sandwich delivery to new heights this World UFO Day. On June 24, the fast-food giant will use drones to deliver footlong subs to select customers in four U.S. cities, blending fast food with cutting-edge tech. Drones to…
Innovative Use of Drones in Reptile Conservation Forget Walmart drone deliveries; the latest use for drones might surprise you. Researchers are using drones to map the temperatures at which lizards thrive, a technique that could revolutionize our understanding of reptile…
China has successfully completed the maiden flight test of its homegrown commercial cargo drone, the HH-100, in the northwest part of the country. The HH-100, developed by the Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC), reportedly took off on June 12…
A new partnership between Mayo Clinic and drone delivery company Zipline is set to transform prescription delivery in Jacksonville, Florida. Patients can now receive their medications directly at their doorsteps without visiting a pharmacy, reports News4Jax. A New Way to…
Walmart is revolutionizing its delivery and shopping experience with new technology initiatives, including integrating drone delivery into its app and enhancing its AI capabilities. Let’s dive into the key updates Walmart is rolling out. App-Based Drone Delivery Orders Starting in…
Walmart‘s drone delivery service, powered by Google’s parent company Alphabet’s Wing, is making waves in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The partnership, which began in August 2023, has expanded to multiple Walmart Supercenters in Frisco, Lewisville, and North Richland Hills. The…
Hurst, Texas, is on track to become the next city in Tarrant County to allow Walmart drone deliveries, following North Richland Hills, Frisco, and Lewisville. This move comes after the City Council voted unanimously to approve Wing Drone Delivery’s zoning…
Amazon Prime Air is set to revolutionize delivery with drones, thanks to the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approving their safety processes and technologies for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations, as we reported earlier. This milestone allows Amazon to…
Drone Partnerships to Expand Healthcare Access Prescription delivery via drone is set to expand significantly with new partnerships involving Mayo Clinic and Memorial Hermann Health Systems. Zipline‘s autonomous delivery service will soon be available in Houston, Jacksonville, and Rochester, Minnesota.…
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