As we round the corner on March and prepare for spring to officially start in April, will the April showers bring not just flowers but also a Mavic 4 Pro? One leaker thinks so in his recent release of leaked test photos. more…

As plant diseases continue to threaten global food security, AI-powered drones and advanced machine learning models are revolutionizing early detection methods, offering scalable, efficient, and accurate solutions for modern agriculture.  DRONELIFE is pleased to publish this guest post from Khawla Almazrouei, a Robotics Engineer at Technology Innovation Institute.  DRONELIFE neither accepts nor makes payment for...

An American-Made Alternative in the Sub-250g UAV Market Ascent AeroSystems, a leading U.S. manufacturer of coaxial unmanned aerial systems (UAS), has unveiled its latest innovation: HELIUS™. This sub-250g UAV, introduced at VERTICON (formerly HAI Heli-Expo) in Dallas, Texas, aims to set a new standard for durability, affordability, and capability in the lightweight drone market. Designed...

Mach Industries and HevenDrones are teaming up to scale the production of hydrogen-powered drones in the United States. The partnership will use Mach’s manufacturing network, Forge, to build HevenDrones’ H100, H2D55, and Raider models at Mach’s facility in Huntington Beach, California. more…

Adventure seekers, thrill enthusiasts, and content creators — your perfect action cam deal has arrived! DJI has slashed the price of $209 right now, while the Adventure Combo is down to from its typical $399. more…

On this episode of the Drone Radio Show: Kaitlyn Albertoli, CEO and co-founder of Buzz Solutions, talks with host Randy Goers about how AI and drones are transforming traditional utility inspections and the challenges of implementing and scaling these technologies. Listen here: Kaitlyn Albertoli is CEO and co-founder of Buzz Solutions. Buzz Solutions leverages AI...

Company uses deserted town as DFR training site By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill A police-operated drone flies along a deserted street in a small town, searching for victims of a tragic incident at a school. The UAV spots a figure lying on the ground, a young boy, and the remote operator relays the information...

Transforming GIS with Cloud-Based Flexibility and AI-Driven Insights The geospatial industry is undergoing a transformation as GIS software integrates cloud computing and artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance data processing, visualization, and analysis. Blue Marble Geographics, a long-standing innovator in the GIS space, has taken significant strides in 2024, introducing two cutting-edge solutions that mark a...

Tests Highlight Potential for Home-Based Healthcare and Emergency Response The Massachusetts Department of Transportation (MassDOT) Aeronautics Division has announced the successful completion of three drone medical delivery demonstrations. The tests, conducted between August and October 2024, evaluated the potential for drones to transport small packages for healthcare applications. Three companies participated in the trials, carrying...

For years, DJI has dominated the market. But now, Ascent AeroSystems is shaking things up with HELIUS, a rugged, AI-powered American-made coaxial nano drone designed for public safety, emergency response, and industrial use. more…