Kaizen Aerospace, Inc. has signed a Memorandum of Cooperation with the Ministry of Agriculture of the Republic of Uzbekistan and the State Scientific-Design Institute “Oʻzdavyerloyiha” to explore the development and implementation of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) technologies in Uzbekistan’s agricultural sector. The memorandum outlines a framework for collaboration focused on modernizing agricultural practices through drone-based […]
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Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics Partners with OAIRE to Propel Drone Innovation in High School Classrooms
The Oklahoma Department of Aerospace and Aeronautics (ODAA) in partnership with OAIRE, the Oklahoma Aerospace Institute for Research and Education, hosted a professional development event and drone build for Oklahoma aerospace teachers on Feb. 27-28. The event, held at Oklahoma State University, highlighted the state’s commitment to “pushing the boundaries of flight.” The strategic partnership […]
Everdrone Launches Next-Generation Medical Drone for Emergency Medical Transport
The Swedish company Everdrone is launching a new medical transport drone, E3. The drone is fully developed by Everdrone and features increased capacity to carry multiple types of medical equipment, significantly improving its performance compared to previous versions. “The new drone is faster, safer, and can carry heavier payloads. This will save lives,” says Mats […]
FAA Radar Data Feed Activated in North Dakota
Senator John Hoeven announced last week the activation of the Vantis Federal Radar Data Enclave, a secure integration of unfiltered radar data from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) with the Vantis system at the Northern Plains Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) Test Site. “The Vantis Federal Radar Data Enclave cements North Dakota as the most advanced […]
Ohio Advances Nation’s First Statewide Drone First Responder Program with Selection of Nine Public Safety Agencies
Ohio continues to lead the nation in modernizing emergency response with the selection of nine public safety agencies to participate in the Ohio Statewide Drone First Responder (DFR) Pilot Program, a first-of-its-kind initiative designed to expand rapid aerial response capabilities across communities of all sizes. The program, led by the Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) […]
$2 Million Federal Appropriation to Expand Drone Research and Teaching at UTEP Aerospace Center
Photo – U.S. Congressman Tony Gonzales on the UTEP campus on Feb. 13, 2026, to announce a $2 million appropriation from the federal government to expand drone testing and operations infrastructure at the University’s remote facilities in Fabens and Tornillo, Texas. Credit: The University of Texas at El Paso. Officials at The University of Texas […]
AeroDefense Launches No-Cost Drone Detection Access Program for Local, State, and Federal Law Enforcement
AeroDefense has announced a new initiative that enables AirWarden® Essentials customers to share system access with public safety partners—including State, Local, Tribal, and Territorial (SLTT) law enforcement, DHS, and the FBI—at no additional cost to any party. As unauthorized and unsafe drone activity continues to increase around critical infrastructure, campuses, public venues, and corporate sites, […]
Oregon Department of Aviation Releases White Paper on Impacts of Federal UAS Restrictions on State Agencies
The Oregon Department of Aviation (ODAV) has released a white paper outlining the operational and financial impacts of recent federal restrictions affecting certain foreign made uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) used by state transportation and aviation agencies. The report examines the effects of Office of Management and Budget Memorandum M-26-02, related guidance from the Federal Highway […]
Airports as Economic Engines: Managing a High-Value Public Asset
Airports generate hundreds of billions of dollars in direct and indirect economic activity annually in the United States, supporting millions of jobs and serving as critical gateways for commerce, tourism, emergency response, and national security. For states and local communities, an airport is often the single largest economic asset they own. Each airport plays a unique role based […]
Drone Survey Results: Citizens in Europe Welcome Drones in Life-saving Operations
Photo above – Sakari Röyskö | Forum Virium Helsinki A series of surveys reveals that citizens in six European cities strongly favor drone usage for emergency services and environmental monitoring. In Helsinki, citizens worry about criminal activity and invasion of privacy. In six cities, Helsinki, Hamburg, Stockholm, Gdansk, Riga, and Tartu, more than 8 000 […]
