Reliable Robotics raised $160M to expand engineering, scale production, and advance FAA certification for its autonomous retrofit aircraft system.
GA-ASI completes MQ-9B flight tests for FIKI certification, expanding all-weather drone operations with Canadian participation.
AIR's heavy-lift eVTOL UAS completed its first flight, entering production with a 550-pound payload and Group 4 UAS military classification.
The FAA's DETER program streamlines enforcement of minor drone violations, enhancing airspace security for the 2026 FIFA World Cup.
China’s AVIC completes maiden flight of the HH-200 cargo drone, securing a JD.com order for 20 units to support autonomous freight logistics.
Airbus introduces Flexrotor, Aliaca, and SIRTAP drones tailored for Latin America’s geographic and security challenges, including a Spanish-Colombian partnership.
South Korea unveils its first mass-produced MUAV for high-altitude surveillance, set for deployment in 2027 with 90% domestic production.
Reliable Robotics conducts extensive flight tests of ACAS Xu Detect and Avoid system near Hollister, California, supporting FAA certification efforts.
Valyra Aerospace, a UPV spin-off, develops hydrogen-powered VTOL drones with extended endurance for defense and maritime sectors in Spain.
Chinese researchers developed the first open-source flight control system for bamboo drones, tackling vibration issues and promoting sustainable UAVs.