Unmanned aircraft and drone news
In a First for Drone Delivery, Flytrex and Little Caesars Can Now Deliver Two Large Pizzas to Your Door
27 April 2026 @ 7:33 pm
DALLAS, TX — Flytrex, the leader in ultrafast on-demand drone food delivery, and Little Caesars, one
Pyka’s Autonomous DropShip Completes First Flight
27 April 2026 @ 4:52 pm
Group 3+ autonomous aircraft for contested logistics and multi-mission operations, built on a proven commercial
Precision Under Pressure: General Cherry Secured 11,400+ Confirmed Strikes Last Month
27 April 2026 @ 4:37 pm
Numbers don’t lie: General Cherry has officially been ranked as the #1 drone manufacturer in Ukraine for confirmed strikes. With 11,473 verified hits and a dominant 43% share of all Molniya intercepts, our latest performance data proves that Ukrainian precision manufacturing isn’t just competing—it’s winning. Discover the stats behind the breakthrough.
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27 April 2026 @ 4:09 pm
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GA-ASI Congratulates VMU-3 for Being Named USMC UAV Squadron of the Year
27 April 2026 @ 3:23 pm
VMU-3 Named Squadron of the Year as Part of MCAA’s Annual Awards General Atomics Aeronautical
SkyfireAI Raises $11 Million Seed to Advance Autonomous Multi-Ship Drone Operations for First Responders and Defense
27 April 2026 @ 3:19 pm
SkyfireAI (www.skyfireai.com) today announced the close of an $11 million seed financing led by Mucker
SoftBank Corp. and TOPPAN Holdings Develop Lightweight, Durable Skin for Solar HAPS Aircraft Wings
27 April 2026 @ 3:14 pm
Skin’s compatibility with stratospheric conditions such as extreme UV rays and ultra-low temperatures makes longer
From Streets to Skies: Port Authority Launches Yearlong Drone Cargo Trial Over East River
23 April 2026 @ 6:40 pm
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.
Sky-High Ambitions: UK CAA Unveils Roadmap for Electric VTOL Flights by 2028
23 April 2026 @ 6:33 pm
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.
My Honest Appraisal of the DJI Lito Series: Evolution, Not Revolution
23 April 2026 @ 6:20 pm
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.