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PteroDynamics Awarded Contract by Royal Australian Navy for Transwing VTOL Unmanned Aircraft Systems

14 May 2026 @ 12:47 pm

PteroDynamics Inc. has secured its first international defense contract with the Royal Australian Navy (RAN) to provide Transwing® VTOL unmanned aircraft systems. Following successful 2025 operational trials, the agreement includes the delivery of P4 Transwing aircraft in early 2026 to support autonomous maritime logistics, with options for the larger P5 system in 2027. This strategic partnership highlights the growing role of autonomous platforms in the Indo-Pacific and underscores the strengthening defense innovation ties between the U.S. and Australia.

FAA Announces Strict Airspace Restrictions for FIFA World Cup 2026

14 May 2026 @ 12:24 pm

The FAA, in coordination with DHS and DOJ, has established Temporary Flight Restrictions (TFRs) over 2026 FIFA World Cup venues and fan events. Covering major cities from Los Angeles to New York, these 99.7 "Special Security Instruction" restrictions apply to both traditional aircraft and UAS (drones). Unauthorized operators face severe penalties, including civil fines, criminal charges, and the potential use of deadly force for security threats. Stay compliant by checking latest NOTAMs and understanding the 1–3 nautical mile restricted radii.

Notch Launches MAGIC Series to Replace Omni Antennas and More Than Double Wireless Range

14 May 2026 @ 12:04 pm

Most fielded systems rely on omnidirectional antennas that waste energy in every direction. The Notch MAGIC Series changes the game with a software-defined, drop-in antenna upgrade that shapes and steers RF energy without moving parts. By turning the antenna into a reconfigurable metamaterial system, Notch delivers over 2× effective range improvement and enhanced interference resistance for drones and ground stations—all without requiring a radio replacement.

Has UK SORA Made Drone Safety Better— or Just More Expensive?

14 May 2026 @ 10:48 am

The UK drone industry does not need less safety. It needs better safety regulation. That

Ondas’ Sentrycs to Present New Portable C-UAS Solution, Sentrycs Scout, at SOF Week

14 May 2026 @ 9:54 am

Sentrycs, an ONDAS company specializing in counter-drone (C-UAS) technology based on Protocol Manipulation – also

Flylogix secures first offshore renewables contract

14 May 2026 @ 6:32 am

Under a new agreement with Offshore Solutions Group, Flylogix will use its state-of-the-art drones to

Dufour Aerospace Demonstrates Long-Range Capabilities at UAS Forum Sweden

14 May 2026 @ 6:25 am

Long-range drone logistics does not become operational through aircraft performance alone. Deployment depends on coordination

Parrot’s ANAFI UKR selected for integrationunder a major European Armored VehicleProgram

13 May 2026 @ 7:03 pm

Parrot, a European leader in professional micro-UAV systems, today announced that its latest tactical unmanned

ePropelled Launches Integrated Propulsion and Power System to Accelerate Next Generation of Agricultural UAVs

13 May 2026 @ 3:49 pm

New solution targets one of the fastest growing segments in the global drone market as

FlyGuys Returns As Partner for Second Annual Elevate Scholarship Program, Connecting Certified Drone Pilots to Nationwide Career Network 

13 May 2026 @ 3:06 pm

FlyGuys, the reality data capture platform, today announced its continued support of the Elevate Scholarship