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Unifly to Provide Unmanned Traffic Management System for New York Drone Testing Corridor
New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo pledged $30 million to kickstart New York’s unmanned aerial systems industry as part of his $250 million “Upstate Revitalization Initiative” last October. It resulted in the state’s first drone testing corridor currently being constructed, which … Continue reading
Drone Use in Agriculture Offers Potential
With every passing year, drones become more mainstream. Drones, more accurately known as unmanned aerial vehicles, have always had great potential for use in agriculture to scout fields and spot insect infestations, weed problems and nutrient issues. Experts say it … Continue reading
Boeing Carries out Synchronized, Autonomous Drone Missions
Boeing has completed a set of synchronized unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) flight tests using new on-board autonomous command-and-control technology developed by the company in Australia. Conducted at a regional Queensland airfield, the test flights saw five UAV test beds equipped … Continue reading
How drones aid local law enforcement
In June 2016, the Beaumont Police Department was investigating a fatal accident involving a UPS truck on Cardinal Drive. Using a mid-sized Phantom model drone, investigators were able to study the accident from an enlightening new angle. “It was surprising … Continue reading
