The Fair Payment Code (FPC), launched on December 3, 2024, by the UK’s Small Business Commissioner with support from the Department of Business and Trade, aims to promote prompt and fair payment practices across businesses of all sizes. Replacing the previous Prompt Payment Code, the FPC introduces a tiered award system to recognize and encourage…
The Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) is proactively addressing artificial intelligence (AI) in aviation. Their strategy focuses on safe regulation and responsible use of AI to enhance aerospace efficiency, sustainability, and scalability while ensuring safety, security, consumer protection, and environmental sustainability. Key points include: The CAA collaborates with international partners and industry stakeholders to align with…
G+ is the health and safety organisation for the global offshore wind industry. The purpose and scope of these guidelines is to promote good health & safety practices for using Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS) or drones in the offshore wind industry. They are intended for offshore wind companies (OWCs) and cover all lifecycle stages of…
The Natural Environment Research Council (NERC) has commissioned a review of Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS) to support low-carbon science research for the environment. The report, co-authored by experts from eight NERC centres, highlights the role of UAS in reducing carbon emissions and advancing environmental science. Key recommendations include investing in UAS technology and addressing barriers…
This is an invitation to all those interested or working in the field of swarm robotics to submit a paper to Nature. Guest Editors: Dr Antonio Tsourdos of Cranfield University and Dr Henry Leung of Calgary University, Canada. Submission deadline: 29 May 2025 Inspired by the collective behaviour of social insects, swarm robotics involves the…
The Institution of Mechanical Engineers (IMechE) UAS Challenge is an annual competition that brings together teams from universities around the world to design, build, and fly an unmanned aerial system (UAS). The challenge aims to encourage innovation and practical engineering skills among students. Key Highlights of the IMechE UAS Challenge: The mission: ”A natural disaster…
Design, Build and Operations Always Expect the Unexpected Welcome to Drone FEEDBACK Edition 11. The weather has not been very helpful to Drone flyingsince we published Edition 10 in April. We have now passed midsummer day and are hoping for rather more stable conditions for late summer and early autumn. The wind has been somewhat…
Regulatory Milestone: AALTO received Design Organisation Approval (DOA) from the UK Civil Aviation Authority, a first for High Altitude Platform Stations (HAPS) in the UK. Zephyr Aircraft: The approval is a step towards Type Certification for the Zephyr Z8 aircraft, aiming for global entry into service by 2026. Investment and Development: This follows a $100…
Sep 3: Outdoor Flying Demos, Exhibitor Showcases, Workshops, Welcome ReceptionSep 4-5: Conference, Keynotes, Networking Happy Hour, Exhibit Hall Theater & Exhibits Event DescriptionCommercial UAV Expo, presented by Commercial UAV News, is the world’s leading commercial drone trade show and conference focusing on the integration and operation of commercial UAS in select vertical markets. 2024 marks…
