CHINA’S COMMERCIAL DRONE DOMINANCE RAISES GLOBAL SECURITY CONCERNS

According to a recent article in MIT Technology Review, the widespread use of Chinese-made commercial drones in conflict zones has sparked international security debates. The piece, authored by Zeyi Yang, delves into how DJI, the world's leading drone maker based in Shenzhen, has become a focal point in discussions about technological supremacy and national security.

DJI's Market Dominance

China's homegrown HH-100 cargo drone completes first flight test

China's independently developed unmanned cargo drone, HH-100, has completed its first flight test in Shaanxi province on Wednesday, reported CCTV News, quoting the developer, Aviation Industry Corp of China.

The completion of the test allows the commercial model to be entered into test-flight phase for scientific research, said the report.

US Department of Defense selects six companies for next-gen VTOL drones.

On May 22, 2024, the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency (DARPA), a research and development agency under the US Department of Defense, announced the selection of six designs for the next phase of its AdvaNced airCraft Infrastructure-Less Launch And RecoverY (ANCILLARY) program, which aims to develop a Class 3 UAS VTOL X-Plane.

The FAR Part 5 Final Rule: A New Era for Drone Safety and Compliance

The release of the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Final Rule on Safety Management Systems (SMS) marks a significant milestone. Published on April 26, 2024, the FAR Part 5 Final Rule ushers in enhanced safety protocols for drone manufacturers and operators. Here, I’ll delve into the specifics of this rule, highlighting the key changes, effective dates, and compliance timelines that are crucial for Part 21 delivery drone manufacturers and Part 135 delivery drone operators.

NASA Advances Drone Autonomy: DRONELIFE Exclusive Interview with Researcher Jeffrey Homola

At the AUVSI Xponential 2024, an event showcasing the latest innovations in unmanned systems, NASA’s recent achievement of flying multiple drones autonomously beyond visual line of sight marks a pivotal advancement in drone technology. I had the privilege to sit down with Jeffrey Homola, a NASA researcher, to discuss the details and implications of these groundbreaking tests.

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