A pilotless plane has flown on and off a Royal Navy aircraft carrier for the first time. The W Autonomous Systems (WAS) drone flew from the Lizard Peninsula and on to the deck of HMS Prince of Wales off the Cornish coast, delivered supplies, then flew back in a milestone flight which points the way…
The announcement about the “Closing the skills gap” cohort joining the UK Research and Innovation Future Flight Challenge on august 8th, 2023, is a significant development in addressing the skills gaps in the UK’s aviation and aerospace sector, particularly in future flight services and technologies. Here’s a breakdown of the key points from the announcement:…
In the dynamic world of drone technology and Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), innovation is the driving force behind the future of aviation. The National Drone Innovation Gateway (NDIG) is a groundbreaking initiative led by Cranfield University, in collaboration with Neuron Innovations and Ebeni, designed to propel innovators and businesses into the forefront of the UK…
Involved in Future Flight or enabling technologies? Innovate UK KTN is offering SMEs and start-ups the chance to participate in a bespoke programme of workshops and mentoring to help secure investment in your company. Part of the UK Research and Innovation Future Flight Challenge, this 10-week programme, led by leading global aerospace start-up accelerator Starburst…
TTP plc, a leading technology developer, has announced the debut of Gotonomi at the upcoming Commercial UAV Expo in Las Vegas. With the goal of introducing innovative solutions to the market, Gotonomi is poised to offer compact satellite terminals as flight trial development kits for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). These terminals, developed in collaboration with…
The National Police Chiefs’ Council (NPCC) wants to extend its technological horizons. This involves a strategic market engagement initiative, focusing on sub 25kg Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) and associated equipment. This forward-looking approach aims to harness the potential of emerging technologies to bolster law enforcement efforts. Technical Details and SubmissionsInterested parties should respond to the market…
The BSI Future Flight Standards Hub is designed to accelerate the development of Future Flight demonstrators and wider industry innovation based on emerging best practice, knowledge sharing, and standards support. As part of the Community Hub, you can access the Standards Landscape, experts’ discussions, and stay updated on standards development. The first standard will be…
The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) requests the valued input of the drone and model aircraft community on two essential publications: As the RPAS industry grows, understanding potential behaviours and reactions as remote pilots becomes crucial. Human error accounts for over 30% of reported loss of control (LOC) events, emphasising the need for vigilance. Maintaining safety…
Network includes ADS-B, Mode S and SDR capabilities plus ability to detect existing and future ‘Remote ID’ broadcasts London, UK: Altitude Angel, the world’s most trusted UTM (Unified Traffic Management) technology provider, has today announced it has begun its deployments of what is planned to be the largest commercial, aviation-grade sensor network specifically optimised for…
Airspace, the invisible motorways in the sky, forms the backbone of the entire aviation industry. Facilitating the safe operation of tens of thousands of flights daily, this critical infrastructure is relied upon 24/7 to bolster the UK’s global connections. However, with its roots dating back to the 1950s, the current airspace structure struggles to accommodate…