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The Port Authority of NY & NJ and Skyports Drone Services have launched a groundbreaking 12-month trial to transport light cargo via uncrewed aircraft between Lower Manhattan and the Brooklyn Marine Terminal. Operating entirely over water to reduce street congestion and emissions, this FAA-approved pilot aims to revolutionize middle-mile logistics, focusing on the rapid delivery of medical supplies and the future of sustainable urban transit.

The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has released its regulatory framework (CAP3240) to pave the way for piloted electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) operations by 2028. By adapting existing aviation standards to fit novel "powered-lift" aircraft and "non-conventional helicopters," the CAA aims to integrate cutting-edge technology into the UK’s airspace while maintaining rigorous safety standards. From pilot licensing pathways to energy management and aerodrome sharing, this framework marks a critical step toward the commercial reality of advanced air mobility.

Is the new DJI Lito series the ultimate successor to the Mini lineage? Join Ian Lewis (Mads Tech/FPV Wiki) for an in-depth technical appraisal of DJI’s latest recreational aircraft: the Lito 1 and the Lito X1. Weighing in under 249g and featuring a revolutionary wide-angle 360° obstacle sensing system, these drones aim to bring high-end tech to a budget-conscious market. In this comprehensive review, we break down the critical differences between the two models—from the Lito 1’s impressive price-to-performance ratio to the X1’s professional-grade 1/1.3-inch sensor and nocturnal LiDAR capabilities. Discover which of these O4-powered flyers belongs in your gear bag.

On 5 October 2023, a Cagatay CGT-50 unmanned aircraft crashed at Radnor Range after its right wing detached during a demonstration flight. An investigation revealed structural failures caused by undersized wing joiners and poor manufacturing quality, highlighting critical safety and operational communication issues.

The Royal Air Force is redefining the future of air combat with StormShroud, the first in a new family of Autonomous Collaborative Platforms (ACP). Designed to blind enemy radar and bolster the survivability of Typhoon and F-35B Lightning jets, this innovative drone system has undergone a rigorous first year of operational testing. From its historic debut at RAF Spadeadam to complex multi-platform exercises on Salisbury Plain, discover how 216 Squadron is pioneering new tactics and a unique reservist-led organizational model to lead the next generation of uncrewed capability.

Volocopter presents the newly developed VoloXPro aircraft — an electrically powered ultralight multicopter. Target groups

Introducing Babycloud (Khmarynka): The new standard for scalable aerial strikes. Built on the principle that volume defines modern warfare, Babycloud is a mass-produced kamikaze UAV designed for tactical operations and enemy air defense suppression. Featuring a 50 km range, a 7 kg payload, and catapult-launch capabilities, this aircraft-type system is engineered for rapid deployment in the grey zone. With the first 150 units already deployed to Ukraine’s Defense Forces, Babycloud proves that affordable, high-volume strike systems are the future of the frontline.

A detailed look at the Oregon Department of Aviation's recommendations to the Federal Communications Commission for modernising drone regulations, expanding rural testbeds, and securing reliable spectrum access for public-safety missions.

The Department of War is advancing its $1.1bn Drone Dominance Program with the launch of Phase II . This initiative aims to procure 30,000 low-cost, scalable one-way attack drones through a rigorous four-stage competition, focusing on long-range strikes and close-quarters tactical assaults

The Map the Gap (Phase 3) competition, funded by Dstl in partnership with the British Army, is offering up to £2 million to develop innovative, autonomous solutions for remote terrain assessment. Seeking to remove personnel from harm's way, the initiative focuses on two primary technical challenges: measuring Ground Bearing Capacity (GBC) from the air and conducting underwater river profiling using UAS-deployed sensors. Successful proposals will accelerate novel sensing technologies to ensure the safe and rapid passage of land forces across unstable or unknown environments. The competition closes for submissions at midday on 16 June 2026.