uAvionix, a leader in communications, navigation, and surveillance (CNS) solutions for the safe integration of Crewed and Uncrewed Aircraft Systems (UAS), has announced its acquisition of Iris Automation™, provider of optical Detect and Avoid (DAA) technology. This strategic move combines uAvionix’s extensive CNS and aviation expertise with Iris’ leadership in computer vision-based systems for the…
The remarkable advancement in UAVs has firmly established itself as a pivotal enabler across the commercial landscape and is poised to revolutionise the energy sector. UAVs have proven to be instrumental in streamlining a wide range of operations that would otherwise be prohibitively expensive, labour-intensive and typically constitute a safety risk. Dr-SUIT offers a suite…
BSI issued its first iteration of the BSI Future Flight Vocabulary Standard. Make it yours and take it to the next level by commenting on the BSI dedicated webportal: REGISTER AND COMMENT HERE. Consultation closes on 13 October (originally 30 September). And why not join the BSI Standard Hub Community? You will have access to…
Most airports, airfields and spaceports have a flight restriction zone (FRZ) that applies to drones and unmanned aircraft. In a recent drone podcast by the CAA, Tom Guest from the CAA RPAS team explains why these FRZs are in place and how they work. They also cover guidance for passengers who are travelling with a drone and what to…
The Digitising Specific Category Operations (DiSCO) project is an important programme run by the CAA to digitize the Operational Authorisation process, so that the submission and review of OAs can be essentially automated – a gain in time and efficiency. Beyond the pure IS/IT project, they are reviewing several aspects of Operational Authorisations in the context…
In this issue there is a wide variety of excellent articles that are instrumental in advancing EDR’s mission to promote the worldwide sharing of knowledge. The magazine would like to thank The West Midlands Police Drone team, Excelerate Technology Group, Scott Mlakar, Rich Gatanis, Martin Hawley, Christophe Parisot, heliguy™, DRONERESPONDERS, C.E.R.R.A and DroneSense for their…
If you run a business and are constantly plagued by late payments here are a couple of useful resources. Prompt Payment Code. The Prompt Payment Code (PPC) is a voluntary code of practice for businesses, administered by the Office of the Small Business Commissioner (OSBC) on behalf of Department for Business and Trade (DBT). It was established in December 2008 and sets…
In light of the significant and effective use of low cost Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS) in the current Ukraine conflict, which includes commercial off the shelf (COTS) systems, the RAF Rapid Capability Office (RCO) is seeking objective evidence to support future low cost UAS plans and investment for the UK. It is seeking input from organisations…
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 Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has taken a proactive step towards enhancing the regulation of Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) in the United Kingdom. In its recent announcement, stakeholders are invited to contribute their insights and perspectives in the ongoing effort to improve and streamline UAS regulations. This Call for Input represents a significant opportunity for…