Drones news

Elistair, a French company well known for its wire line stations and Orion drone, has unveiled a new aircraft, designed to meet the needs of defence and public security players.

Le 02/11/2020 15:07 | Par Boquet Justine

French elite tactical unit RAID and Cerbair continue their collaboration

The Raid used Cerbair's UAV control solutions for EuroMed 7 summit.

Le 19/10/2020 09:46 | Par Justine BOQUET

Linden Blue, CEO of General Atomics, reveals its analysis of MALE RPAS market

On the occasion of Euronaval event, Air&Cosmos interviewed Linden Blue, CEO of General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc.

Le 31/08/2020 09:00 | Par Parrot PR

Parrot Selected by the U.S. Defense Innovation Unit as a major drone supplier

The inclusion of dedicated ANAFI USA systems in the GSA schedule for the U.S. Army and government operations is a testament to the exceptional security and performance of Parrot’s proven experience in the drone industry.

Le 28/02/2020 12:49 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

ICAO: Africa supports the development of drones

At the Kigali forum, ICAO highlighted the role played by Africa in the development of drones.

Le 19/02/2020 12:11 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

UTM: Frequentis and Altitude Angel enter the Norwegian market

Frequentis and Altitude Angel will provide a UTM solution to Avinor to manage the air traffic generated by drones.

Le 31/01/2020 09:10 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

The United States decrees drones grounding

The U.S. Department of the Interior has made the decision to stop drone operations due to security concerns.

Le 29/01/2020 09:15 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

The UK wants to rely on drones for nuclear dismantling

The British government has announced plans to use drones for nuclear dismantling operations.

Le 27/01/2020 17:06 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

Successful maiden flight for Leonardo’s Falco Xplorer

Leonardo carried out the first test flight of the new member of the Falco family, unveiled at Paris Air Show latest edition.

Le 23/01/2020 16:51 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

Embraer: a newcomer to the UAV market

Embraer has announced a collaboration with Elroy Air to develop an unmanned air cargo system able to carry out long-distance deliveries.

Le 21/01/2020 13:23 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

Maintenance: LATAM relies on Donecle

Donecle's drone system will participate in the heavy inspections of LATAM's fleet.

Le 20/12/2019 12:22 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

First test fire for French UAVs

French Reaper drones stationed in Niamey conducted their first test firing.

Le 27/11/2019 12:25 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

MBDA’s Mistral 3 missile intercepts a drone

In front of 15 foreign delegations, MBDA’s teams carried out a demonstration of the Mistral 3 missile which destroyed its Mirach 40 mobile drone target located over 7 km away.

Le 27/11/2019 10:47 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

NATO welcomes its first RQ-4D

NATO has taken delivery of its first RQ-4D drone, to strengthen its surveillance capabilities.

Le 21/11/2019 12:30 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

Dubai Airshow 2019: Elettronica, SteelRock and Invisible Interdiction focus on counter-UAV systems

During the Dubai Airshow, several companies presented their anti-drone vision and solutions. Whilst Invisible Interdiction focused on neutralization, Elettronica and SteelRock also displayed detection systems.

Le 19/11/2019 16:58 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

Dubai Airshow 2019: partnership between Leonardo and IGG

Leonardo has signed a Memorandum of Understanding with IGG to analyse and explore the development of joined business activities in the UAE.

Le 18/11/2019 15:10 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

Dubai Airshow 2019: armed UAVs make their mark

All over the world, UAVs are being deployed by an ever-increasing number of armed forces — including in the Middle East, where China has emerged as the preferred supplier.

Le 15/11/2019 14:59 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

Counter-UAV: The UK issues a strategy

The United Kingdom has adopted an anti-drone strategy to set up initiatives to defend against malicious uses. The aim is to be able to protect sensitive infrastructures.

Le 15/11/2019 11:01 | Par Arnaud Delalande

LIBYA: DRONES TEST LABORATORY FOR A NEW TYPE OF AIR WARFARE

IN LIBYA, DRONES HAVE BECOME AN ESSENTIAL DEFENSE TOOL, ENABLING TO ALLEVIATE THE DEFICIENCIES AND WEAKNESSES OF THE STAKEHOLDERS’ AIR VECTORS.

Le 16/10/2019 12:34 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

Elbit Systems wins contract in Asia

Elbit Systems has announced it has been awarded a contract in Southeast Asia for several drone models.

Le 07/10/2019 14:40 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

Deployment of an anti-drone microwave system

Raytheon will provide the U.S. Air Force with a microwave-based anti-drone control system.

Le 25/09/2019 11:52 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

South Korea shows interest for lasers

South Korea, through DAPA, launches a program for the development of laser weapons.

Le 24/09/2019 10:36 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

The Royal Air Force explores the anti-drone field

The Royal Air Force, supported by Leonardo, launches a program of counter-drone fight.

Le 09/09/2019 12:10 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

Rafael acquires the UAV company Aeronautics

Rafael made the acquisition of the company Aeronautics, specialized in the development and design of drones.

Le 05/09/2019 14:07 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

MAKS 2019: VR-Technologies and KrasAeroScan cooperate in drone field

On occasion of the MAKS 2019 Air Show, the Russian industrialists VR-Technologies and KrasAeroScan signed a cooperation agreement.

Le 04/09/2019 14:55 | Par Yannick Genty-Boudry, Moscow

MAKS 2019: Teheran introduces its stealth reconnaissance drone Mobin

The Iranian reconnaissance UAV Mobin was exhibited at the MAKS 2019 Air Show. The aircraft would have begun its operational deployment.

Le 04/09/2019 14:50 | Par Yannick Genty-Boudry, Moscow

MAKS 2019: Phazotron develops a Ku band multifunction radar for UAVs

Phazotron has developed a multifunction radar working on Ku band for UAVs weighting 35 kg.

Le 03/09/2019 17:38 | Par Yannick Genty-Boudry, Moscow

MAKS 2019: Kronstadt introduces its UAV Orion-E deployed in Syria

Long dependent on licensed Israeli UAVs, the Russian industry is now developing long endurance platforms deployed in operation.

Le 02/09/2019 16:23 | Par Yannick Genty-Boudry, Moscow

MAKS 2019: Ziyan’s UAV Blowfish A3

The Chinese UAV manufacturer Ziyan introduced its Blowfish A3 — a mini VTOL which military version is under deployment within Emirate forces.

Le 26/08/2019 17:29 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

Drone delivery: Amazon nears the FAA

Amazon presented a request of derogation to the FAA to carry out drone delivery in the United States.

Le 26/08/2019 17:27 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

A new order for Drone Volt

Drone Volt announced it received a new order for two drones Altura Zenith.

Le 22/08/2019 17:20 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

Indonesia is interested by UTM solutions

The company Terra Drone Indonesia carried out a demonstration of its UTM system before the Indonesian authorities.

Le 20/08/2019 17:56 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

The S-100’s first mission for the European Maritime Safety Agency

Schiebel announced that its VTOL Camcopter S-100 would conduct missions for Croatian coast guards.

Le 19/08/2019 15:42 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

The United Kingdom is considering a new combat drone concept

The United Kingdom announced they are focusing on a new combat drone concept capable of interoperating with combat aircraft.

Le 08/08/2019 12:39 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

Switzerland takes one more step in drone’s air traffic management.

Skyguide and AirMap have announced the deployment of a flight information management system for drones.

Le 01/08/2019 16:01 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

Google develops an app for drones

Wing — Google’s drone delivery company — announced the app for drones OpenSky is now available in Australia.

Le 31/07/2019 17:09 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

Indra gives specifics on its anti-drone strategy

The Spanish company Indra detailed its vision of anti-drone systems.

Le 29/07/2019 09:47 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

Drone Rescue Systems tested its parachute solution

ASTM approves Drone Rescue Systems’s parachute.

Le 18/07/2019 17:28 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

Partnership between Rakuten and Seiyu for drone delivery

Rakuten and Seiyu have decided to become partners to launch a delivery servicing by drone in Japan.

Le 17/07/2019 17:20 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

DroneShield unveils the DroneGun MKIII

DroneShield developed a new handheld anti-drone solution.

Le 16/07/2019 12:05 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

Frontex: Falco EVO drone for migratory surveillance missions

Leonardo’s Falco EVO drone has been operated in a Frontex mission for migratory flows surveillance.

Le 02/07/2019 12:39 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

AirMap and CerbAir announced their partnership

CerbAir and AirMap will collaborate to develop airspace safety and security solutions.

Le 02/07/2019 12:36 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

Taiwan is interested in getting a UTM system

Terra Drone and Unifly participated to a bunch of tests in Taiwan to illustrate the interest of an unmanned traffic management system.

Le 28/06/2019 17:25 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

Terra Drone took part in the inspection of a port

Terra Drone Europe, a subsidiary of Terra Drone Corporation, has carried out a port inspection in Djibouti.

Le 11/06/2019 14:55 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

Paris Air Show 2019: Elbit Systems will introduce Hermes 45

During the 2019 Paris Air Show, Elbit Systems will present its new drone: Hermes 45.

Le 11/06/2019 14:48 | Par Alexandre Rocchi

Paris Air Show 2019: IAI will unveil the T-Heron drone

During the 2019 Paris Air Show, Israel Aerospace Industries will unveil its new T-Heron UAV.

Le 09/10/2017 11:35 | Par Staff writer

Dubai pursuing air taxi drone plans

Dubai’s Road and Transport Authority (RTA) has reported the first flight of a prototype for its Autonomous Air Taxi (AAT) vehicle that will be the basis for the city’s future self-flying taxi service.