Tagged: Travel
Norwegian technology improves emergency preparedness in Svalbard
Telenor, Andøya Space Center and Robot Aviation are joining forces to develop and test Norwegian unmanned aerial systems in order to improve preparedness in Svalbard. Commercial shipping, tourism and cruise ship traffic to Svalbard and the surrounding marine areas have all grown dramatically in recent years, and this growth is
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Norwegian Technology Improves Emergency Preparedness
Telenor, Andøya Space Center and Robot Aviation are joining forces to develop and test Norwegian unmanned aerial systems in order to improve preparedness in Svalbard. Commercial shipping, tourism and cruise ship traffic to Svalbard and the surrounding marine areas have all grown dramatically in recent years, and this growth is
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Kansas State & Wildlife Dept. Partner for UAS Training
Kansas State University Polytechnic Campus is partnering with the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism to send 30 employees, including 12 law enforcement officers, through unmanned aircraft systems training from May through June.
The employees will attend sUAS Commercial Remote Pilot Training
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Kansas State Polytechnic partnering with Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism to provide UAS training
Kansas State University Polytechnic Campus is partnering with the Kansas Department of Wildlife, Parks and Tourism to send 30 employees, including 12 law enforcement officers, through unmanned aircraft systems training from May through June. The employees will attend sUAS Commercial Remote Pilot Training and then be eligible to sit for
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196 Inter-Collegiate Drone Racing UND edition!
On todays episode we catch up with the UND RC Club about their trip to the Inter-Collegiate Drone Racing National Championships and the journey of how they got their!
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Best Drones For Travel
For the drone lover on the go getting the best drone for travel is important. With the wide variety of drones available, there are definitely ones more suited for travel than others. Many high-end drones are large, bulky, and cumbersome; the exact opposite of what makes a good travel drone.
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High-Speed Mapping for High-Speed Rail
The California High Speed Rail Authority (CHSRA) is planning the first dedicated high-speed rail system in the U.S. When completed, it will enable passengers to travel from San Francisco to Los Angeles in under three hours, at speeds greater than 200 mph. Two segments of high-speed right-of-way that need to
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Russian Billionaire Attempts to Take US Businessman’s Drone
ST. BART’S, GUSTAVIA – One thing that truly makes a trip to the Caribbean unforgettable? Getting your drone shot down by Russians with an anti-drone cannon. On Thursday, Droneworks Studios, a US drone company, released a YouTube video in which co-founder Justin Oakes tells the bizarre story of when a
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Chinese drones slink into North Korean arsenal
Shenyang, China (AFP) March 9, 2018 –
Wang Dewen’s daughter-in-law says the Chinese businessman could be dead. His wife claims he is travelling. But they are sure of one thing: he is definitely not working in North Korea.
At least that is what AFP was told during a visit to the
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UAVenture and Wingcopter Successfully Trial the Hybrid VTOL Mapping System in South Africa
Team members from Wingcopter and UAVenture traveled to a remote location in the north of South Africa to complete training and run mapping trials with the Wingcopter Mapping Package for Smops SA as they prepare to launch their mapping services across Africa. The Wingcopter Mapping Package consists of a Wingcopter
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Cross an Airplane With a Submarine
Researchers from North Carolina State University have developed an unmanned, fixed-wing aircraft that is capable of traveling both through the air and under the water – transitioning repeatedly between sky and sea. The EagleRay XAV, which was developed with funding and assistance from Teledyne Scientific, holds promise for use in
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Aerial Photography Memphis – Find a Drone Photographer Near You
Aerial photography Memphis has completely taken over the city. Why? Because it’s a booming business that helps other businesses grow and travel through new ways of promoting and bettering how they conduct themselves for their clients and customers. They offer a fresh perspective and new heights, literally, when it comes
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Programming drones to fly in the face of uncertainty
Boston MA (SPX) Feb 13, 2018 –
Companies like Amazon have big ideas for drones that can deliver packages right to your door. But, even putting aside the policy issues, programming drones to fly through cluttered spaces like cities is difficult. Being able to avoid obstacles while traveling at high speeds
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Raptor 300 Inc – AGRAS, M600 operators wanted
Are you looking for an exotic adventure in flying drones? Imagine working in the mountains of a tropical island oasis? Travel, lodging, meals all provided for plus a paycheck? This just might be for you then! We have been contracted for over 20,000 hectares of coverage to start and need
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Could Robotic Birds Lead to Safer Air Travel?
The bird, apparently a female falcon, wheels into view 100 feet over Edmonton International Airport, flapping her wings — hunting behavior. She pursues a flock of starlings, which scatter into the safety of the woods. The falcon is majestic, graceful and resolute. She is also a machine — a battery,
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The Difference Between Analog and HD (digital) Transmission (Drone Quick Tip)
FPV pilots often favor analog systems for their zero-latency signal transmission. Analog inherently comes without latency issues— its transmission travels at the speed of light. With the increased public interest in FPV racing, however, problems have arisen. When racing in the vicinity of other pilots who are transmitting analog signals
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ALPA Highlights FAA Study Underscoring Danger from Unsafe UAS
Congress Must Protect the Traveling Public by Allowing FAA to Regulate Hobby Drones WASHINGTON––Capt. Tim Canoll, president of the Air Line Pilots Association, Int’l (ALPA), issued the following statement regarding this week’s findings from a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) directed study that unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) may damage aircraft more
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Federal Aviation Administration Drone News
One of the things I enjoy about being a drone attorney is traveling across the country to attend and speak at many of the UAS (unmanned aircraft systems) industry conferences. The best opportunity I had recently was to hear directly from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) itself at its UAS
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A power outlet in your pocket?
We have been testing out the all new Jackery PowerBar and we love it! The Jackery PowerBar is a premium all-in-one power source with AC, USB, USB-C and Qualcomm® Quick Charge™...
177 Red Bull definitely gives you wings!!
On todays episode we talk with Josh and Alex about their trip to Arizona hanging with Kirby chambliss from Red Bull as well as some updates on FLITE FEST, RedBull Air races and much more!
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AeroVironment Gets $7 US Army Switchblade Contract
AeroVironment Inc., Monrovia, California, has been awarded a $7,350,005 cost-plus-fixed-fee modification (P00002) to contract W31P4Q-17-C-0171 for Switchblade contractor logistics support consisting of field service representatives, continental U.S. training, travel, rework, shipping, flight support, repair and maintenance, and training materials. Work will be performed in Simi Valley, California, with an estimated
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Coalition Airstrikes Kill ISIS Drone Experts
Coalition airstrikes killed three senior and highly skilled Islamic State of Iraq and Syria officials near Mayadin, Syria, Sept. 12-14, Combined Joint Task Force Operation Inherent Resolve officials reported. Abu Salman, an ISIS drone developer, was killed during airstrikes Sept. 14 while traveling with a terrorist associate in a vehicle
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176 FPV cross country road trip!!
On todays episode we catch up with one of our NEWEST hires, MATT and best friend IAN about their time here at Flite Test, Friendship and their CROSS COUNTRY road trip to DRONE NATIONALS in RENO!!
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Picking Out a Travel Case for Your Drone
What’s the best type of case for traveling with drones and accessories?
Answer: A hard-shell, polyethylene case is superior for both transit and shipping. Look for name brands with strong replacement warranties in the event of freak failures in the handles or otherwise. Also look for optional or included locking mechanisms
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General Atomics Conducts First Flight Test from New Training Center
On August 30th, General Atomics Aeronautical Systems, Inc. (GA-ASI) flew its first test flight out of its new Flight Test and Training Center (FTTC) facility in Grand Forks, North Dakota. The GA-ASI Block 5 Predator B/MQ-9 Remotely Piloted Aircraft (RPA) flew a round-trip of approximately 1,075 nautical miles. This was
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