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NASA, Reliable Robotics Team Up to Accelerate Large UAS Airspace Integration

NASA has entered a cooperative agreement with Reliable Robotics to test and refine detect-and-avoid systems on large unmanned aircraft, aiming to integrate them safely into controlled airspace. The collaboration builds on previous demonstrations to pave the way for routine beyond-visual-line-of-sight operations in commercial airspace.

2025-08-07T02:55:36.303831-07:00

AINonline

FAA and DOT Unveil NPRM to Authorize Routine BVLOS Drone Flights

2025-08-05T15:23:52.377220-07:00

The War Zone

China’s Third Tailless Next-Gen Stealth Aircraft Spotted in Flight Tests

2025-08-04T13:22:35.484214-07:00

FlightGlobal

UK-Piloted Drones Begin On-Demand Medical Cargo Shuttles Between Belgian Hospitals

2025-08-04T03:57:37.127721-07:00

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Vertical Mag

Archer snaps up Overair patents and composites plant to fast-track hybrid autonomous VTOL defence programme Archer has acquired a patent portfolio with key Overair personnel and a 60,000-sq-ft composite manufacturing facility from Mission Critical Composites to accelerate its hybrid autonomous VTOL defence aircraft programme under its Anduril partnership, aligning with the Pentagon’s $13.4 billion request for autonomous military systems.

2025-08-07T07:12:06.854530-07:00

Archer snaps up Overair patents and composites plant to fast-track hybrid autonomous VTOL defence programme

AINonline

NASA, Reliable Robotics Team Up to Accelerate Large UAS Airspace Integration NASA has entered a cooperative agreement with Reliable Robotics to test and refine detect-and-avoid systems on large unmanned aircraft, aiming to integrate them safely into controlled airspace. The collaboration builds on previous demonstrations to pave the way for routine beyond-visual-line-of-sight operations in commercial airspace.

2025-08-07T02:55:36.303831-07:00

NASA, Reliable Robotics Team Up to Accelerate Large UAS Airspace Integration

Aviation Week

US Air Force Adopts Laser-Guided Rockets for Low-Cost Counter-Drone Missions The USAF has fielded laser-guided rocket kits on tactical aircraft to engage small drones, offering sub-$20,000 shot costs compared to multimillion-dollar missiles. Pilots warn the tactic demands precise laser designation and favorable conditions, limiting its ease of use in contested airspaces.

2025-08-06T14:36:02.427981-07:00

US Air Force Adopts Laser-Guided Rockets for Low-Cost Counter-Drone Missions

dronelife.com

Heritage Foundation Warns of U.S. Drone Manufacturing and cUAS Gaps Against China A new Heritage Foundation report acknowledges strides in U.S. military drone policy, including regulatory reforms and procurement initiatives, but highlights critical shortfalls in industrial capacity and counter-UAS defenses. The analysis warns these gaps could undermine American readiness in potential high-intensity drone engagements with China.

2025-08-06T10:12:26.480108-07:00

Heritage Foundation Warns of U.S. Drone Manufacturing and cUAS Gaps Against China

tectonicdefense.com

Ukraine Opens Major Probe into Corruption in Drone and EW Equipment Procurement Ukraine’s Specialized Anti-Corruption Prosecutor’s Office and National Anti-Corruption Bureau have opened a probe into a large-scale corruption scheme in unmanned aerial vehicle and electronic warfare equipment procurement. The investigation names drone manufacturers, lawmakers and military officials accused of inflating contracts and accepting kickbacks.

2025-08-06T06:46:44.622683-07:00

Ukraine Opens Major Probe into Corruption in Drone and EW Equipment Procurement

AeroTime

Amazon is backing a new proposed rule in the US that would enable more companies to easily deliver food and packages to customers using drones

2025-08-06T02:25:40.264839-07:00

AINonline

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FAA and DOT Unveil NPRM to Authorize Routine BVLOS Drone Flights The DOT and FAA today released a joint Notice of Proposed Rulemaking (Part 10/108) to enable routine beyond visual line-of-sight operations for uncrewed aircraft systems across commercial and public safety sectors. The NPRM outlines streamlined approvals, safety requirements and integration protocols to unlock large-scale UAS deployment within the national airspace.

2025-08-05T15:23:52.377220-07:00

FAA and DOT Unveil NPRM to Authorize Routine BVLOS Drone Flights

FlightGlobal

Canada to Equip Halifax-Class Frigates with Six MDA Space VTOL UAS Ottawa will acquire up to six vertical take-off and landing unmanned aerial vehicles from Canadian manufacturer MDA Space for integration aboard the Royal Canadian Navy’s Halifax-class multi-role frigates. The UAS will bolster the RCN’s long-range surveillance, reconnaissance and targeting operations in littoral and open-ocean environments.

2025-08-05T15:08:06.526488-07:00

Canada to Equip Halifax-Class Frigates with Six MDA Space VTOL UAS

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