New 1km Weather Model Provides Hyper-Local Forecasting for Businesses Companies in energy, insurance, aviation, and agriculture can now track weather events at a street-level resolution with Meteomatics’ new U.S. weather model. The model, which covers the contiguous U.S. at a resolution of 1 kilometer, offers nine times the detail of current leading weather solutions that...

Company to use tethered drones to generate power By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill When thinking about wind-generated electrical power, most people envision an array of massive wind turbines, each as tall as a 20-story building, with blades averaging about 210 feet in length. However, a Durham, North Carolina start-up company is developing a system...

Japan-based drone service provider Terra Drone Corporation has unveiled its first-ever indoor inspection drone, Terra Xross 1. The cutting-edge device, launched both in Japan and the US, promises stable flights in tough conditions, and that too at a price nearly one-third lower than competitors. more…

New Collaboration Enhances Aerial Surveying Capabilities with Integrated LiDAR and Software Solutions GeoCue has announced a new partnership with UK-based drone manufacturer Clogworks Technologies Limited. This collaboration integrates GeoCue’s TrueView LiDAR and LP360 software with Clogworks’ Dark Matter series of UAVs. The partnership aims to provide surveyors and mapping professionals with an efficient, all-in-one data...

New Drone Offers Stability, Affordability, and Advanced Data Management Tokyo-based Terra Drone Corporation has announced the launch of its indoor inspection drone, Terra Xross 1, in both Japan and the United States. The drone is designed to operate in challenging environments, offering stable flight performance in confined, dark, and dusty conditions. The company states that...

If you’ve been searching for the perfect beginner-friendly drone with 4K Ultra HD cinematic video capabilities, here’s your chance to snag one at an unbeatable price. Just in time for Valentine’s Day, the $239 for a limited time! Whether you’re capturing stunning aerial shots of romantic getaways or just want to experience the thrill of...

FAA issues No Drone Zone, TFRs for Super Bowl By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill The FAA has designated a “No Drone Zone” for Caesars Superdome in New Orleans for Super Bowl LIX on game day, Sunday, Feb. 9 and in the skies around the city’s downtown area during the days leading up to the...

Censys Technologies has unveiled the Sentaero 6, a new uncrewed aerial system (UAS) designed to push Over-the-Horizon Beyond Visual Line of Sight (OTH BVLOS) operations forward. Built with customer input and regulatory insight, this latest model aims to provide a more capable and efficient solution for asset intelligence. Advancing BVLOS Capabilities Since 2021, Censys Technologies...

As Super Bowl LIX approaches, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has designated the Caesars Superdome and surrounding areas in New Orleans as a ‘No Drone Zone’ to ensure the safety and security of attendees and participants. Unauthorized drone operations in these restricted zones can lead to severe penalties, including drone confiscation, fines up to $75,000,...

It was a reckless decision with serious consequences. Peter Tripp Akemann, a 56-year-old Los Angeles resident, has agreed to plead guilty after his drone crashed into a Super Scooper firefighting aircraft battling the Palisades Fire earlier this month. The Justice Department announced the plea deal today, marking a stark warning for drone pilots who ignore...