Featured News

Trending News

03 June 2024
<header class="recurrent-article-hero article-hero" aria-label="Article Hero">
<div class="article-featured-image-caption-container">The much-hyped, occasionally stalled Amazon drone delivery program received a massive boost last week when the FAA provided the company with a Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) certification. The FAA ruling really clears the path for accelerated progress&mdash;and increased range&mdash;as previous drone deliveries had to be made within a pilot's sight lines. As a result, most of Amazon's deliveries&mdash;small packages being the norm (five pounds maximum payload)&mdash;were dropped off to just a few Amazon Fulfillment Centers.</div>
<div class="article-featured-image-caption-container">&nbsp;</div>
<div class="article-featured-image-caption-container">The next phases of the plan could include package delivery right to your door.</div>
<h5 style="text-align: center;">Read Amazon's Blog on the Certification</h5>
<h5 style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/transportation/amazon-drone-prime-air-expanded-delivery-faa-approval">https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/transportation/amazon-drone-prime-air-expanded-delivery-faa-approval</a></h5>
The BVLOS approval will let Amazon Air pilots deploy remote instruments and onboard monitoring technology to zoom deliver drones to areas they can't see&mdash;at least with their very own eyes.
</header>
<section class="entry-content py-8 max-w-[730px] lg:mx-auto" data-module="TableOfContents" data-module-uid="7e1e53f4-1512-48de-91e6-1e4ec202ea82">
<div class="content-wrapper" data-toc-container="" data-viewport="PROMkPo5" data-cmd="true">
<div data-viewport-child="PROMkPo5">
<div class="cnx-ui-wrapper cnx-bp-lg-lit">
<div class="cnx-ui-bottom-bar-container cnx-bp-lg-lit">
<div class="cnx-button cnx-bp-lg-lit " tabindex="0" role="button" aria-label="Full Screen (F)">To get the BVLOS approval, Amazon had to enact real-world demonstrations in front of FAA inspectors to prove the company's "detect and avoid" tech safely identified and steered clear of airplanes, helicopters, and other airborne obstacles.</div>
<div class="cnx-button cnx-bp-lg-lit " tabindex="0" role="button" aria-label="Full Screen (F)">&nbsp;</div>
<div class="cnx-button cnx-bp-lg-lit " tabindex="0" role="button" aria-label="Full Screen (F)">But the FAA cerification isn't open to all locations across the United States. Yet.</div>
<div class="cnx-button cnx-bp-lg-lit " tabindex="0" role="button" aria-label="Full Screen (F)">&nbsp;</div>
<div class="cnx-button cnx-bp-lg-lit " tabindex="0" role="button" aria-label="Full Screen (F)">The initial approval is for an "expanded, densely populated" delivery area near Amazon's College Station, Texas, Fulfillment Center.&nbsp;</div>
<div class="cnx-button cnx-bp-lg-lit " tabindex="0" role="button" aria-label="Full Screen (F)">&nbsp;</div>
<div class="cnx-button cnx-bp-lg-lit " tabindex="0" role="button" aria-label="Full Screen (F)">Amazon also revealed it is testing Prime Air in Arizona and California, and is planning to upgrade its drone fleet to quieter MK30 models with more range, as well as the ability to fly in less-than-clear weather.&nbsp;</div>
</div>
</div>
</div>
</div>
</section>

FAA Gives Amazon Air BVLOS Approval

Product News

14 March 2024
When it comes to saving life, time is of essence. As a result, the faster a drone can deliver emergency supplies to the destination the higher the probability that the given patient will survive. But making a practical and fast drone is not very straightforward. We must first consider two fundamental design features: fuel and propulsion.
Most modern drones are battery powered, specifically lithium-polymer. However, liquid-fuel such as Diesel has 40-times the energy density of lithium batteries. This means that we can pack 40-times more energy into a drone that is diesel-fueled as opposed to battery-powered &ndash; this is particularly useful if we want to deliver a payload fast and on-time. Next, we need to consider the right engine to convert this fuel to thrust. Once again, we are left with several choices ranging from propellers to electric ducted fans (EDF). In the end of the day, when it comes to atmospheric engines, nothing beats a jet-engine. A micro jet-engine works just like the big engines on modern airliners just shrunk down to the size of a soda-can. The purpose of such an engine is to generate a high temperature jet. The higher the temperature of the jet, the faster the aircraft can go.
The <a href="https://fusionflight.com/jetquad/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">AB6 JetQuad</a> drone takes these concepts into consideration and combines four micro jet engines and a centrally positioned diesel tank. To guarantee precise and safe delivery of supplies, the JetQuad engines are also equipped with innovative thrust vectoring systems (TVS). A TVS goes on the end of each engine and is responsible for deflecting the jet coming out of the nozzle in a specific direction. The TVS allows the JetQuad to take-off and land vertically, hover, and ensures consistent jet-engine start in a variety of terrains. Most importantly, the JetQuad is capable of cruising at a velocity of 200mph for approximately 15 minutes using the onboard 5 gallon tank. This means that the effective range is 50-miles, more then plenty to cover a majority of emergency medical delivery missions.
Medical deliveries are not just limited by medical equipment or medicines and may also involve organs. Hospital-to-hospital on-demand organ transportation is a lucrative business with great applications to high-speed drones such as the JetQuad. Being fueled by Kerosene-based fuel combined with the ability to take-off and land on standard helipads means that a JetQuad can take advantage of existing helipad infrastructure already in place at most hospitals. Moreover, newer models of the micro jet-engines come with built-in generators which means that future variants of the JetQuad will be able to support active on-board refrigeration of life-critical supplies (such as blood and organs).
<h5>AB8 Axion</h5>
<img src="https://media.thedroningcompany.com/images/tincy/cE4weerc9iwOwRCtM5hTMeqt28WRFgPpRAr3tpmO.jpg" alt="" width="676" height="381" />
The technology does not just stop there. The AB6 JetQuad paves the way for the much bigger AB8 Axion. The Axion (currently in prototype phase) is a scaled-up JetQuad with four times the power output. It will be able to transport actual patients from tough to reach terrain not normally accessible by helicopter ambulance. The Axion will also be much cheaper to operate than a comparable helicopter and will take advantage of existing infrastructure as well.
There are several more practical advantages to using a jet-powered drone. Unlike batteries which can take hours to recharge, diesel fuel takes only minutes to refuel. Furthermore, the jet-engines and TVS are designed in such a way so that they remain completely internal to the frame of the vehicle. This means that there are no external surfaces or airfoils which may fail in adverse weather conditions. Lastly, the centrifugal compressors of the jet-engines greatly facilitate operation in high-altitude and cold temperatures &ndash; an environment where typical battery-powered propeller drones greatly suffer in performance.
<a href="https://fusionflight.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">FusionFlight</a> is a small business based out of the DFW metroplex, Texas, USA. FusionFlight has been developing the JetQuad technology since 2016 and is currently in the late stages of flight qualifications for the drone. In addition, FusionFlight produces a micro jet-engine based diesel generator called the ARC, which has already been sold to various customers across the world. As we enter the age of electrification, most tend to dismiss fuel-based technology as &ldquo;ancient&rdquo;. FusionFlight is on a mission to prove that the age of jet-engines is not over yet, and there are still abundant applications for micro jet-engine powered machines ranging from saving life to logistics.
<h5>Learn More</h5>
<iframe style="width: 670px; height: 377px;" title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/j4EGwb3VtrM?si=nnrKoo9rnqLjRdgv" width="670" height="377" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe>

Jet Drone!

31 January 2024
The new <a href="https://www.dji.com/flycart-30" target="_blank" rel="noopener">DJI​​ FlyCart 30</a> seeks to disrupt and evolve the cargo-drone space with its ability to cart a full 88 lb. payload up to ten miles at a maximum speed of 45 mph.
Let's look at what this beast promises...
<h5 class="speakable">Cargo Loading</h5>
If it's an easy load on flat ground, users can simply open the FC30's cargo case and place or remove the package. If the delivery is slightly more treacherous, a package can be attached to a tether connected to a motorized winch. The FC30 can hover in place to allow easy pickup by simply lowering the package to the ground.
<h5 class="speakable">Bad Weather? No Problem!</h5>
The DJI FlyCart 30 is one tough cargo vehicle. It can sail through brutal weather conditions&mdash;operating in temperatures from -4 to 113 degrees, working in wind speeds up to 27 mph, and zoom as high as 19,685 feet above sea level. The FC30 is also dust resistant.&nbsp;
You don't have to worry about the video feed being compromised by bad weather, either. The DJI O3 video-transmission system&mdash;which supports 4G-enhanced video&mdash;ensures high-quality video can be delivered up 12 miles with low latency and minimal interference.
There's also a redundant pilot feature that lets two operators share control of the FC30. In addition, its high-res FPV camera can deliver an immersive flight view.
<img src="https://media.thedroningcompany.com/images/tincy/Lh367nofGwJoHdjQmcasIfE5KutWmSoDbaz95JuI.png" alt="" width="486" height="317" />
<div class="image-ct inline">
<div class="m"><picture><source srcset="https://a57.foxnews.com/static.foxnews.com/foxnews.com/content/uploads/2024/01/343/192/4-How-this-new-heavy-duty-drone-can-carry-up-to-88-lb-of-cargo.jpg?ve=1&amp;tl=1, https://a57.foxnews.com/static.foxnews.com/foxnews.com/content/uploads/2024/01/686/384/4-How-this-new-heavy-duty-drone-can-carry-up-to-88-lb-of-cargo.jpg?ve=1&amp;tl=1 2x" media="(max-width: 767px)" /><source srcset="https://a57.foxnews.com/static.foxnews.com/foxnews.com/content/uploads/2024/01/672/378/4-How-this-new-heavy-duty-drone-can-carry-up-to-88-lb-of-cargo.jpg?ve=1&amp;tl=1, https://a57.foxnews.com/static.foxnews.com/foxnews.com/content/uploads/2024/01/1344/756/4-How-this-new-heavy-duty-drone-can-carry-up-to-88-lb-of-cargo.jpg?ve=1&amp;tl=1 2x" media="(min-width: 768px) and (max-width: 1023px)" /><source srcset="https://a57.foxnews.com/static.foxnews.com/foxnews.com/content/uploads/2024/01/931/523/4-How-this-new-heavy-duty-drone-can-carry-up-to-88-lb-of-cargo.jpg?ve=1&amp;tl=1, https://a57.foxnews.com/static.foxnews.com/foxnews.com/content/uploads/2024/01/1862/1046/4-How-this-new-heavy-duty-drone-can-carry-up-to-88-lb-of-cargo.jpg?ve=1&amp;tl=1 2x" media="(min-width: 1024px) and (max-width: 1279px)" /><source srcset="https://a57.foxnews.com/static.foxnews.com/foxnews.com/content/uploads/2024/01/720/405/4-How-this-new-heavy-duty-drone-can-carry-up-to-88-lb-of-cargo.jpg?ve=1&amp;tl=1, https://a57.foxnews.com/static.foxnews.com/foxnews.com/content/uploads/2024/01/1440/810/4-How-this-new-heavy-duty-drone-can-carry-up-to-88-lb-of-cargo.jpg?ve=1&amp;tl=1 2x" media="(min-width: 1280px)" /></picture></div>
<h5 class="m">Safety First</h5>
<div class="m">Speaking of redundacies, the FC30 can ensure safe flight even if a single battery fails, it has an integrated parachute (which can even deploy at low altitudes), and it includes intelligent obstacle sensing (via radar and binocular vision to and avoid obstacles in multiple directions). In addition, the FC30 has an ADS-B signal receiver to warn operators of nearby crewed aircraft.</div>
<div class="m">&nbsp;</div>
<h5 class="m">Ease of Use</h5>
The DJI FlyCart 30 is foldable for near-effortless transport and storage. A 70 L EPP case protects the drone and the payload. The FC30 also supports automatic operations via the DJI Pilot 2 app, DJI DeliveryHub platform and Health Management System.
<div class="m">
<h5>What's YOUR Take?</h5>
Does the DJI FlyCart 30 have what it takes to more drone deliveries forward, or do drone-delivery strategies need more innovation and features before we see a significant business uptick in the field? Share your views by writing the editor at <a href="mailto:mmolenda@thedroningcompany.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">mmolenda@thedroningcompany.com</a>.
<h5>Learn More</h5>
<iframe style="width: 679px; height: 382px;" title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Hhp11I-vGHA?si=y893y70uLCbC3Ofk" width="679" height="382" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe>
</div>
</div>

DJI FlyCart 30 Can Carry 88 pounds!

[Photo Credit: A2Z Drone Delivery]
04 January 2023
By Aaron Zhang, Founder and CEO of A2Z Drone Delivery, Inc.
Ask the average consumer to conjure an image of drone delivery and their most-likely image is of parcels being deposited on their front step or burritos and pizzas flying through their neighborhood. This misconception is likely born out of the earliest conceptualization of making deliveries with UAVs. While residential drone delivery continues to expand around the world, and the US market sees new regulatory allowances almost monthly, delivery drones are actually hard at work in a litany of applications.
It has now been 10 years since drone delivery entered the consumer lexicon largely from the lips of Amazon&rsquo;s Jeff Bezos. In recent days, some of the early pioneers of drone delivery have made massive strides in bringing Bezos&rsquo; vision to reality with the FAA granting waivers for Zipline and Alphabet&rsquo;s Wing to conduct Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) deliveries without visual observers. This effectively boosts the range of these residential deliveries in the cities and towns where drone trials have been rapidly expanding over recent years.
Leveraging UAVs to support logistics operations certainly offers several advantages over traditional last-mile ground transportation. Battery-powered drones significantly slash emissions for delivery vehicles, and their autonomous capability reduces operational costs and fuel consumption. Commercial delivery drones can quickly reach remote areas and traverse these distances much faster than ground vehicles. Of course, transferring payloads from the UAV to the ground, safely and accurately is the key to the effectiveness of drone delivery.
Some drone delivery outfits have elected to dead drop parcels, bringing the delivery drone to a low hover before the package is simply dropped on location. Parachute delivery has also been in use by the likes of Zipline, especially in remote locations, and guided parachutes were introduced in recent months that allow pilots to drop a parcel from altitude and effectively steer the package to its destination. More common though, drone deliveries culminate with a parcel being deposited to the ground at the end of a drone delivery winch. A winch delivery strikes the ideal balance of safety and efficiency in delivery methods. It allows the drone to maintain altitude where spinning propellers are far from people and property, and minimizes the UAV&rsquo;s time-on-station.
<a href="https://www.a2zdronedelivery.com" target="_blank" rel="noopener">A2Z Drone Delivery</a> developed the industry&rsquo;s first purpose-built commercial drone delivery winch in 2019. Its innovative design quickly became the preferred drone winch for commercial deliveries and logistics operators. Companies like DroneUp adopted the winch as it rapidly scaled its residential delivery trials for partners like Walmart. While early adopters like DroneUp, Zipline and Wing have continued to expand these trials in the US, drone winches have proliferated commercial logistics operations in a wide array of commercial sectors where regulatory allowances make drone delivery a smart choice for expediting payloads delivery, often to hard-to-reach destinations.
The use cases for commercial drone delivery winches are truly diverse.
<h5>Streamlining Offshore Logistics</h5>
Operations interruptions on offshore oil platforms can be extremely costly. Currently, most operators rely on slow-moving, logistically-complicated ship deliveries to bring replacement parts to their platforms. Winch-equipped drones have enabled these operators to streamline deliveries of spare parts and tools, even medicines and mail for crew serving on the ocean platforms.
<img src="https://media.thedroningcompany.com/images/tincy/MOlSKjldfdJcF8R6lDY3naYaZTC2UfvrFMpAkutL.png" alt="" width="676" height="361" />
[Photo Credit: Nordic Unmanned]
Leveraging delivery drones enables shore-to-platform and inter-platform delivery of mission critical spare parts in a fraction of the time as traditional ship-born deliveries. Leveraging the latest drone delivery solutions, operators at Norway&rsquo;s <a href="https://nordicunmanned.com/news/equinor-and-nordic-unmanned-offshore-logistics-drones/">Nordic Unmanned</a> worked with energy giant Equinor to conduct offshore logistics using drones. The first-of-its-kind mission saw cargo flights between offshore installations at the Gullfaks Field in the North Sea as well as between offshore installations and vessels. These drone deliveries not only mitigated operational downtime, but limited the manpower needed for offshore logistics, and enabled operators to reduce carbon emissions for these smaller parts deliveries.
With the drone winch&rsquo;s tethered delivery system, delivery drones are able to steer well clear of the antennas and towers on an offshore energy platform. Leveraging an auto-release system, the drone can deposit payloads without personnel waiting to receive them as well. The A2Z Drone Delivery RDS2 drone winch can autodetect a tether that is fouled on a ship railing or other obstruction and release the tether to protect the drone. When retrieving payloads from the ground, it also automatically weighs payloads before reeling up the package to prevent overweight payloads from risking the drone.
<h5>Assisting First Responders</h5>
Rapidly deploying life-saving medical equipment to first responders in the field is another application for which drone winches are ideally suited. One piece of equipment that is routinely being delivered by drone is portable Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs). In fact, last year a drone-born defibrillator helped save a man&rsquo;s life when he experienced cardiac issues while shoveling his driveway in Sweden!
<img src="https://media.thedroningcompany.com/images/tincy/72P2ZkD8yLVSHyR0qSohpSOMJK63M3azn4Npt4KJ.png" alt="" width="679" height="364" />
[Photo Credit: Antwork Technology]
Delivering life-saving technology like AEDs requires some finesse. Simply dropping a unit from the sky would likely damage the equipment, rendering it useless. Leveraging the drone winch, the AEDs can be lowered to the ground gently, and accurately, right to the waiting hands of first responders assisting a victim.
Proactive efforts to expand the rapid-deployment of AEDs is even becoming part of large event planning. During the recent 2023 Asian Games in China, drone service provider, <a href="https://www.antwork.link/">Antwork Technology</a>, deployed its drone-in-a-box solution equipped with a winch to safely and quickly lower AEDs to awaiting first responders. By delivering from altitude, the drone winch ensured spinning drone propellers would be kept far from the massive crowd attending the games. The winch&rsquo;s quick-release mechanism also ensured responders on the ground did not have to take their attention from their patient to remove the payload.
<h5>Improving Search and Rescue</h5>
Search and rescue applications are another arena where drones equipped with delivery winches can have life-saving appeal. Researchers at the <a href="https://www.sait.ca/">Southern Alberta Institute of Technology</a> (SAIT) have demonstrated the value of drone delivery platforms to assist in search and rescue operations, by providing remote guided medical triage for simulated injured hikers. Leveraging remote medical triage helps buy rescuers invaluable time to reach victims and extract them to a trauma center.
<img src="https://media.thedroningcompany.com/images/tincy/Ni5ucjKyppm2MhkSAGwvv2IRAJ63QmHSjrUkUAov.png" alt="" width="670" height="498" />
[Photo Credit: Southern Alberta Institute of Technology]
In this testing, researchers deposited a remote medical kit and communications device to simulated injured hikers using a drone winch, then connected them directly to a trauma specialist who was able to successfully walk them through applying several trauma treatments, including gauze packing, tourniquet and clamp, etc.
SAIT researchers, in partnership with the University of Calgary, one of Canada&rsquo;s largest health facilities, employed drones outfitted with a drone winch, to conduct its proof-of-concept tests. The winch drone allowed medical kits and communications devices to be lowered with precision to simulated downed hikers from altitude, which ensured spinning propellers were kept far from the &ldquo;hiker&rdquo; and surrounding trees, and enabled the drone to maintain its guided telemetry connection amongst undulating terrain.
<h5>What&rsquo;s Next for Drone Delivery?</h5>
Alongside the rapid development of the commercial delivery drone platforms and other drone delivery solutions, the commercial UAV industry has also been improving autonomous capabilities for drone delivery. Platforms like A2Z Drone Delivery&rsquo;s Pelican long-range, heavy-lift airframe allow pilots to simply tap waypoints into a touch screen ground control station and monitor the drone as it performs deliveries entirely autonomously. Other industry leaders continue to refine detect-and-avoid technology, air traffic control systems for drones, and other solutions that will come together to form the drone delivery ecosystem of the future. The next frontier for drone delivery to truly scale will be the development of dedicated infrastructure to support that growth. While trained pilots will always be necessary to oversee commercial drone deliveries, laying a user-friendly shared infrastructure for UAV payload delivery will drastically expand access to this game-changing logistics paradigm for businesses and individuals making drone delivery a tool for everyone to put to work.
About Aaron Zhang
Aaron Zhang is the Founder and CEO of A2Z Drone Delivery, Inc., which is developing innovative solutions to enable safe, accurate and low-noise drone deliveries. Focused on last-mile UAV delivery systems, A2Z Drone Delivery is creating UAV delivery platforms capable of pushing drone delivery into the mainstream of logistics operations. Based in Torrance, C.A., A2Z Drone Delivery originated as a drone delivery project at Brown University in 2016 and now services customers around the world which are leveraging its technology for a diverse array of applications.&nbsp;

Delivery Drones Get Work Done

20 December 2023
<img src="https://media.thedroningcompany.com/images/tincy/PCFFqycK3Gozc7S10Kw7Uo9IGEI8ZPXoNWLcT19o.png" alt="" width="81" height="86" />
By Akshata
Drone deliveries, the epitome of technological brilliance or just another excuse to avoid eye contact with the delivery guy? Either way, these airborne couriers promise to redefine convenience. Say goodbye to the days when you had to rush to answer the door. Now, the future is all about sitting back, relaxing, and watching as a drone comes to deliver your latest impulse buy.
Instead of a delivery person knocking on your door, a drone flies in, drops off your package, and zips away. It's like sci-fi brought to life!&nbsp;
These drones are equipped with advanced sensors, cameras, and GPS systems to navigate their way to the destination. Some even use machine learning algorithms to adapt to different environments and obstacles.
The communication aspect is fascinating too. Drones can be connected to a central control system or operate autonomously using pre-programmed routes. There's a constant flow of data between the drone, the control center, and sometimes even other drones in the vicinity to avoid collisions. And let's not forget about the challenge of battery life. Engineers are working on improving battery technology to extend the range and flight time of drones.
<h5>What Should You Do When You See a Drone Making a Delivery?</h5>
Okay, so you spot a drone doing its thing. What do you do? Follow these simple steps-
<ol>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">A No-Go on Drone Catching, Please: While the idea of catching a delivery drone mid-air might seem like a delightful challenge, we recommend refraining from turning this into an impromptu game of catch. Drone propellers and fingers have a complex relationship best left unexplored.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Avoid Signal Shenanigans: Resist the urge to engage in any signal jamming activities. Drones have an important conversation going on, and interrupting it would be akin to barging into a meeting uninvited. Let them chat in peace.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Leave the Drone Alone!: Tempting as it may be to showcase your agility in a drone-dodging performance, we suggest allowing these airborne couriers to navigate their own way. They come equipped with obstacle avoidance skills, sparing you the need for a sudden interpretative dance routine.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">VIP (Very Important Pets) Inside: In the spirit of maintaining a harmonious atmosphere, consider ushering your beloved pets indoors during a drone delivery. They may not be accustomed to the aerial ballet, and we'd like to avoid any potential cat-vs-drone or doggy-dodge scenarios.</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Resist the Urge to Unbox: As much as we appreciate the excitement of unwrapping a package, let's practice some restraint. Tampering with deliveries is a bit like peeking at someone else's birthday present&mdash;it might be tempting, but it's just not good form. Leave the surprises intact for their intended recipient.</li>
</ol>
In a world where convenience reigns supreme, drone deliveries are your golden ticket. It's not just about the tech; it's about you and the smile on your face as your package arrives in style. So, the next time your drone buddy knocks on your metaphorical door, remember these tips, revel in the experience, and resist the urge to challenge it to a game of mid-air catch. Here's to the future&mdash;yours, ours, and the friendly drone that's making it all happen. Happy flying!

Drone Deliveries: Walking to Get Your Package Is So Last Century

22 November 2023
<div>
We are thrilled to introduce a groundbreaking advancement in UAV technology that promises to revolutionize the way first responders operate in critical situations&mdash;the <a href="https://draganfly.com/&nbsp;" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Draganfly</a> <a href="https://draganfly.com/precision-delivery-system/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Precision Delivery System</a>. This cutting-edge platform seamlessly integrates advanced technology with precision engineering to provide unparalleled efficiency, speed, and reliability in delivering essential supplies and equipment to the front lines.&nbsp;
</div>
<div>
<h5 class="paragraph">Empowering First Responders with Rapid and Versatile Delivery Solutions&nbsp;</h5>
</div>
<div>
The Precision Delivery System is specifically designed for integration onto Draganfly&rsquo;s&nbsp;Commander 3 XL drone, a modular aircraft&nbsp;recognized for its powerful capabilities in various industries, including public safety, defense, and commercial applications. This robust drone combines advanced technology, reliable performance, and a large payload capacity, making it the go-to choice&nbsp;for drone-as-a-first-responder situations.&nbsp;
</div>
<div>
<h5 class="paragraph">Drop-Down Winch System: Safe and Precise Deliveries&nbsp;</h5>
<div>
At the heart of the Precision Delivery System lies a sophisticated drop-down winch, enabling first responders to safely and precisely deliver vital supplies and equipment&nbsp;to hard-to-reach locations. With a payload capacity ranging from 1 kg to 5 kg and a tether length of 10 m to 30 m, this system provides&nbsp;precise control for lowering or retrieving payloads, ensuring timely&nbsp;deliveries during critical situations.&nbsp;
</div>
<div>
<h5 class="paragraph">Quick-Release Delivery Box: Efficient and Secure Unloading&nbsp;</h5>
<div>
The delivery box, equipped with a quick-release mechanism, is a pivotal component&nbsp;ensuring the efficient unloading of essential supplies. Its robust construction guarantees the security and protection of sensitive medical equipment and other critical items. The quick-release feature expedites&nbsp;the delivery process, allowing first responders to remotely deploy contents without landing using the Bottom Release Latch or retrieve goods once the drone has landed with the Front Release Latch.&nbsp;
</div>
<div>
<h5 class="paragraph">Specifications of the Quick-Release Delivery Box:&nbsp;</h5>
</div>
<ul type="disc">
<li class="paragraph">Internal Dimensions:&nbsp;10" x 12" x 12"&nbsp;</li>
<li class="paragraph">Maximum Weight:&nbsp;7 kg&nbsp;</li>
<li class="paragraph">Delivery Options:&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul type="circle">
<li class="paragraph">Bottom Release Latch: Remotely deploy contents without landing&nbsp;</li>
<li class="paragraph">Front Release Latch: Retrieve goods once the drone has landed&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<div>
The Precision Delivery System by Draganfly&nbsp;represents&nbsp;a leap forward in UAV integration, providing first responders with versatile tools to save lives efficiently and effectively. As we continue to push the boundaries of technology, this platform stands as a testament to our commitment to innovation in the service of those on the front lines.&nbsp;
</div>
<div>
<h5 class="paragraph">Learn More&nbsp;</h5>
</div>
<div>
<iframe style="width: 668px; height: 376px;" title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Hdaml9MvZQk?si=Li3pcFBxdCNfXpX4" width="668" height="376" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe>
<div>
<h5 class="paragraph"><a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://draganfly.com/newsletter/&nbsp;" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Click Here to Sign Up for the Draganfly Newsletter</a></h5>
</div>
</div>
</div>
</div>

Draganfly Precision Delivery System

19 October 2023
At the beginning of 2023, Prime Air appeared to be headed for rough air. Layoffs, safety concerns, and other issues threatened to keep this business dream of Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos on the ground. You can read the January 23 story by The Droning Company here: <a href="https://thedroningcompany.com/blog/cutbacks-at-amazon-prime-air-" target="_blank" rel="noopener">https://thedroningcompany.com/blog/cutbacks-at-amazon-prime-air- .</a>
How things can change...
Amazon is now promising that, by the end of 2024, its drone delivery air force will get parcels to customers in the U.K., Italy, and the U.S. In England's case, Prime Air is projecting each delivery to take less than an hour,
The workhorse&mdash;or workbird&mdash;tasked with getting this done is Amazon's new MK30 drone&mdash;the result of 18 months of design and testing. The MK30 is said to be quieter and capable of flying longer distances than previous Prime Air models, and it can deliver parcels weighing up to five pounds.
<div class="ssrcss-11r1m41-RichTextComponentWrapper ep2nwvo0" data-component="text-block">
<div class="ssrcss-7uxr49-RichTextContainer e5tfeyi1">
To move Prime Air forward, Amazon has worked with government entities to ensure drone delivery is safe.
"Drone delivery is hundreds of times safer than driving to the store," Amazon Prime Air vice president David Carbon told the BBC, regarding drone deliveries&mdash;and the demand for them&mdash;in England. "I've never heard anyone say they wouldn't want something faster. What our customers will do is jump on to the Amazon website, they'll select drone delivery if it's available in their area, they'll order their product, and that will then set off the chain of events that goes to our ground system that finds the customer's yard, drops package off where they asked it, and we're out of there."
To read about about Prime Air on Amazon's site&mdash;<a href="https://www.aboutamazon.com/news/transportation/amazon-prime-air-drone-delivery-mk30-photos" target="_blank" rel="noopener">CLICK HERE</a>.
</div>
</div>
<h5>A Peak at the Prime Air Process</h5>
<iframe style="width: 661px; height: 372px;" title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Wc-YCkPnfAE?si=TCzxOeUK3wzSXwSJ" width="661" height="372" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe>
<h5>Learn More About the MK 30 Drone</h5>
<iframe style="width: 661px; height: 372px;" title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/XQ1K9Q5FSLA?si=wbXeE9PGKwfQ1V04" width="661" height="372" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe>
&nbsp;

Amazon Prime finally ready for prime time?

Drone Delivery

16 October 2023
This year has been one of expansion for <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.a2zdronedelivery.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">A2Z Drone Delivery, Inc</a>, developer of commercial drone delivery solutions. Earlier this spring, the company announced a new long range commercial delivery drone, the RDSX Pelican which is already landing with customers ready to deploy the platform throughout the United States. To augment the long-range capabilities of the Pelican, A2Z Drone Delivery also recently launched the next addition to its growing drone fleet, the second generation of its RDST integrated cargo drone, <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.a2zdronedelivery.com/rdst-longtail-home" target="_blank" rel="noopener">the RDST Longtail</a>.
The Longtail features the company&rsquo;s factory-integrated <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.a2zdronedelivery.com/rds2" target="_blank" rel="noopener">RDS2 drone winch</a> enabling payloads to be deposited safely from altitude where spinning rotors are kept far from people and property. The RDST Longtail hexacopter design is available in Standard configuration offering a 20 km maximum range, and a rainproof Premium version offering a maximum range of 26 km. With no need for specialty payload boxes, the RDST Longtail is able to auto-release shippers&rsquo; own boxes without the need for a recipient to be on site to receive the payload. Like the Pelican, the Longtail was designed to meet the 55-pound FAA max takeoff weight requirement, and features a factory-integrated remote ID beacon.
With its integrated drone delivery winch, the RDST Longtail offers drone service providers and logistics operators an off-the-shelf, ready-to-fly delivery UAV for last mile delivery. Delivering or retrieving payloads up to 5 kg over a distance of 11 km, the RDST Longtail is the ideal delivery drone for local parcel or food delivery, emergency medical deliveries, drone-born water sampling programs, offshore logistics, search and rescue operations, open mines, solar farms, and more.
<img src="https://media.thedroningcompany.com/images/tincy/Q499C6AGspLEYRjxbB9YelkSfmyU99dQ9KeiWlB8.png" alt="" width="681" height="379" />
The latest addition to the A2Z Drone Delivery fleet, the RDST Longtail continues the company&rsquo;s focus on addressing consumer-protection concerns with burgeoning residential drone deliveries. By conducting deliveries from altitude, A2Z Drone Delivery&rsquo;s solutions protect recipients from spinning UAV propellers, while mitigating privacy concerns of low-flying drones and abating intrusive rotor noise. Depositing payloads from altitude also keeps the UAV high above trees, power lines and buildings enabling longer sight distances for missions requiring visual line of sight.
&ldquo;In upgrading our off-the-shelf RDST platform, we&rsquo;ve streamlined the overall design and upgraded the propulsion system, but the most sought-after upgrade from customers has been the rainproofing built into our new RDST Longtail Premium edition,&rdquo; said Aaron Zhang, founder and CEO of A2Z Drone Delivery, Inc. &ldquo;The RDST Longtail is further democratizing commercial drone delivery by allowing businesses of any kind to quickly and easily launch a drone logistics operation from delivering parts to offshore energy platforms, to deploying live-saving medical equipment to first responders right on scene. As residential parcel delivery continues to expand, the RDST Longtail is positioned as an accessible flight platform for the proliferation of this cost-saving, more eco-conscious last-mile delivery method.&rdquo;
&nbsp;The A2Z Drone Delivery RDST Longtail Standard starts at $20,000, and the RDST Longtail Premium starts at $27,000. The new off-the-shelf drone packages can be purchased through the company <a href="https://www.a2zdronedelivery.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">website</a>.
<h5>Autonomous Drone Delivery with the A2Z UAV Fleet</h5>
Developing flight platforms that can efficiently and reliably execute the diverse missions its customers require is only part of the development underway at A2Z Drone Delivery. The company is also pushing the boundaries of autonomous delivery. While pilot oversight of delivery drones will always be necessary, autonomous mission capabilities streamline the pilot&rsquo;s job.
A2Z&rsquo;s solution for this challenge is built into its pilot ground station. The A2Z Ground Control Station (A2Z QGC) integrates flight and winch commands with airframe telemetry for accurate navigation and delivery. Its integrated open-source Q Ground Control mission planning software is capable of conducting pre-planned automated delivery missions without needing to land.
For pilots conducting deliveries in the field, they simply input delivery destinations on the Ground Station&rsquo;s touch screen display. They can then add waypoints along the way if the drone needs to avoid known obstructions or no-fly zones. With a payload connected to the A2Z drone winch, the operator simply taps the &ldquo;launch mission&rdquo; button, and the drone autonomously takes off and navigates the pre-planned route. Once on station at its delivery location, the drone assumes a safe hover altitude, and the payload is lowered to the ground. The A2Z auto-release mechanism deposits the payload when it touches down. This allows payloads to be delivered without personnel having to wait for the delivery. Once it has reeled the tether back up, the drone will automatically return along its prescribed route and touch down back at the operations base.
<h5>Customers Take Delivery of A2Z&rsquo;s Long Range RDSX Pelican</h5>
Earlier this spring, A2Z Drone Delivery announced the release of its flagship commercial delivery drone, the <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://www.a2zdronedelivery.com/rdsxpelicanhome" target="_blank" rel="noopener">RDSX Pelican</a>. At the recent Commercial UAV Expo, where The Droning Company team caught up with A2Z CTO Evan Hertafeld, the company showcased the final production model of the Pelican that is now being delivered to initial pre-order customers in the United States.
The Pelican&rsquo;s hybrid VTOL design combines the stability of a rotor lift aircraft with the long-range capabilities of a fixed wing airframe to extend the range and payload capacity of the UAV to handle up to 5 kg payloads on up to 40 km routes. Designed to reduce the cost-per-kilometer of drone delivery, the Pelican is one of the only delivery drones on the market capable of delivering such payloads at such distances. Overall, the Pelican delivers the efficiency, payload capacity, and reach needed to scale a commercial drone delivery operation.
Before customers take delivery of any A2Z commercial delivery drone, their pilot team completes a comprehensive hands-on training course in their new flight system.&nbsp; The training course developed by the A2Z Drone Delivery team ensures pilots are familiar with every aspect of the new delivery drone. While most seasoned pilots are accustomed to the flight characteristics of a traditional multi-rotor UAV or a fixed wing craft, for most taking the sticks of the Pelican, it will be the first time they have piloted a vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) craft. To help make this transition as seamless as possible, the Pelican hovers no differently than any other coaxial octocopter ensuring seasoned multi-rotor pilots feel right at home at the controls. During forward flight, the tail rotor kicks in and flies like a fixed wing.
The A2Z training curriculum covers initial pre-flight checks of propeller orientation, battery voltage, communications between the ground station and the UAV, etc. Once the pilots have been checked out on the delivery drone, it&rsquo;s time to go to work. The training team begins with basic maneuvers without a payload slung below the craft to learn the basics of piloting the aircraft.&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;&nbsp;
<img src="https://media.thedroningcompany.com/images/tincy/0UJQMpc1VFrV6FxxxCtrFjCbc1AwWwjF6LI8ATht.png" alt="" width="671" height="504" />
Operators then learn how to properly load payloads onto the A2Z winch. The team reviews the extensive redundant safety measures integrated with the Rapid Delivery System such as the payload monitoring system, passive payload lock, and tether abandonment should it become inadvertently entangled. They then learn how to manually operate the winch before practicing basic maneuvers with a payload aboard the delivery drone. Once they are comfortable with manual flight, the training turns to the user interface for the autonomous delivery capabilities.
The team finalizes the training with the new pilots simulating multiple payload delivery missions. They load their own payloads, input pre-planned routes, and conduct autonomous deliveries. At times, the instructor will simulate an unexpected system failure requiring the pilots to take manual control of the mission in order to complete the delivery and return to the operations base. By simulating these scenarios, customers can be comfortable that they are ready to take to the skies for their own drone delivery operations.
<h5>Learn More</h5>
<iframe style="width: 654px; height: 368px;" title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/oOD_12JZFrQ?si=J8R2jVBC31f6huSg" width="654" height="368" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe>

A2Z Drone Delivery Expands Commercial Delivery Drone Fleet

11 July 2023
<a href="https://www.zingdrones.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Zing Drone Solutions</a> has been selected as a participant in the prestigious <a href="https://www.faa.gov/uas/programs_partnerships/beyond" target="_blank" rel="noopener">FAA BEYOND</a> program, which aims to facilitate the seamless integration of drone delivery operations into the airspace of the United States.
In this article, we will delve into the groundbreaking ways drones are reshaping the delivery landscape, focusing on the leading role played by Zing Drone Solutions in this innovative domain.
Established in 2018, Zing has rapidly cultivated expertise in constructing customized delivery operations for logistics and supply chain needs. Recognizing the importance of a robust and reliable infrastructure, Zing Drone Solutions has forged strategic partnerships with industry leaders to provide businesses with unparalleled drone delivery solutions. Collaborating with Airspace Link, Skyway, Valqari, Heven, and NARMA, Zing has created an ecosystem that combines cutting-edge technology and seamless integrations to facilitate efficient and scalable drone delivery operations. They have become a trusted leader in the field through their extensive industry relationships, collaborative efforts with communities to enhance public perception, and invaluable experience gained from their internal drone delivery operations.
A vital advisory board member is Aaron Adams, CEO of Bonsai Energy Group, who strongly focuses on sustainability and efficiency. Adams provides strategic guidance to align Zing's operations with environmentally conscious practices. Chris Bley, a serial entrepreneur from Santa Cruz, contributes valuable insights and strategic acumen honed through years of entrepreneurial experience. Jeff Whalen, a highly regarded professor at the Jim Moran College of Entrepreneurship, offers a beneficial combination of academic expertise and industry insights.
Alice Griffith, the Head of Business Development at AirspaceLink, brings expertise in airspace management and regulatory compliance. Jeanine Suah, XIR at Brex and Founding Partner at Rezilyent Capital adds valuable knowledge in venture capital and strategic partnerships. Mark Galloway, the Director of Dynamo Air, profoundly understands the evolving drone industry and its technologies.
Leading the way at Zing is Ian Annase, who holds the position of CEO. Ian's path to becoming a prominent figure in the drone industry has been shaped by his relentless pursuit of excellence, bolstered by his educational background in computer science, engineering, and entrepreneurship. He holds a master's degree in Entrepreneurship focusing on Product Development from the esteemed Florida State University. Ian's educational journey, passion for innovation, and business acumen have equipped him with a unique skill set to guide Zing toward success. With a deep understanding of the intricacies of drone technology and a keen eye for market trends, Ian spearheads Zing's strategic direction, propelling the company to new heights in the drone industry.
Assisting Ian in driving Zing's operations forward is Grayson Bertaina, the COO. Grayson brings a wealth of invaluable industry experience, being a licensed pilot, certified flight instructor, and an aerospace engineering student at MIT. With a disciplined and driven approach, Grayson oversees organizational development, operations coordination, and talent sourcing, ensuring seamless alignment with business objectives. His expertise and commitment to excellence contribute significantly to Zing's growth and success.
In addition to Ian and Grayson, the Zing team boasts Nhan Nguyen, the Business Development Lead, a student from the University of Central Florida, who brings diverse skills and accomplishments. With a background in research from UCF Burnett Honors College and recognition for marketing and emergency business awards from Future Business Leadership of America, Nhan leads the charge in expanding Zing's business opportunities and overseeing the headquarters in Miami, Florida.
What sets Zing apart is its unwavering commitment to pushing the boundaries of drone technology and providing scalable solutions for various industries. Its exceptional team of engineers, hailing from the esteemed MIT University, is at the core of Zing's success. Micheal Zeng, a mechanical engineering expert from MIT, leads the engineering team at Zing. With a wealth of technical knowledge and expertise, Micheal spearheads the development of innovative drone technologies. His leadership ensures that Zing remains at the forefront of technological advancements in the industry.
Alongside Michael, Claudius Tewari, a vital member of the product engineering team, is responsible for software and cloud infrastructure. Michael and Claudius manage Zing's office in Boston, collaborating with the engineering team to create cutting-edge solutions.
<h5 class="p1">What Distinguishes Zing from its Competitors?</h5>
Ian Annase, the CEO of Zing, recently announced the company's excitement about being selected as part of the exclusive FAA BEYOND program in Kansas. This program places Zing on the cutting edge of companies aiming to operate autonomous drone systems within the United States airspace. Ian emphasized that what sets Zing apart is its flexible and integrated approach, allowing the company to tailor its drone delivery offerings to meet clients' specific needs. In contrast, Zing's competitors are constrained by the drones they have developed in-house.
Ian stated, "Zing is the future of last-mile delivery."
His statement highlights Zing's commitment to customization and adaptability in delivering exceptional drone solutions to its clients. The global drone market was valued at $43 billion in 2022. The revenue in the Drones segment is projected to reach $1.32 billion in 2023.
Furthermore, the market is expected to grow at an annual rate of 1.21% from 2023 to 2028. Zing aims to capture a significant share of the drone market in this evolving market by offering its innovative and customizable drone delivery solutions. With its flexible and integrated approach, Zing is well-positioned to capitalize on the growing demand for drone services and contribute to the market's overall expansion.
<h5 class="p1">Safety and Risks</h5>
A recent cross-sectional study by the University of Florida revealed that approximately 4,250 drone injuries were reported between 2015 and 2020. These findings have prompted questions regarding the readiness of drones for delivery purposes. With regulations such as Part 107 restricting flying over people and vehicles, Zing Drones acknowledges the importance of addressing safety risks.
Currently, Zing's solution involves utilizing water routes for drone deliveries, significantly reducing delivery times compared to traditional ground transportation. However, the company is actively pursuing the necessary certifications, including Part 107.39 operations over human beings and 107.25 operations from a moving vehicle or aircraft, to expand its operational capabilities and ensure compliance with regulations. Zing's commitment to safety and innovation is evident through its comprehensive offerings.
The Enterprise Starter Kit for Drone Delivery provides fast, efficient, eco-friendly delivery services powered by autonomous flight software. This allows businesses to leverage Zing's expertise in customizing operational solutions tailored to their specific needs, whether for innovative marketing activation or streamlining delivery operations. Recognizing the fragmented nature of the drone industry, Zing has forged strategic partnerships with industry leaders.
Through their collaborative platform, Zing seamlessly integrates various solutions, making it easier for businesses to access the tools required for a thriving drone delivery operation. Zing's suite of advanced technologies includes the Zing Xact Landing system, designed for precise landings in challenging areas and smooth drop-offs in innovative receptacle systems. Whether landing on a moving target like a ship or integrating custom landing pads, Zing ensures safe and efficient operations.
Furthermore, Zing is developing the Zing Remote ID Conflict system, which will enhance situational awareness by monitoring other drones in the airspace. This system will provide valuable suggestions for evasive maneuvers and facilitate deconfliction with nearby unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), further reducing operational risks. An additional innovative solution offered by Zing is the proprietary Zing Skyline. This system utilizes winch technology, enabling any drone to become a delivery drone. With its universally compatible plug-and-play attachment, Zing Skyline can safely lower packages up to 50 feet without human intervention. With a capacity of up to 10 lbs, it offers businesses increased flexibility and efficiency in their delivery operations.
In addition to their commitment to safety and innovation, Zing Drones has a remarkable track record. Since 2018, Zing has achieved an impressive feat of zero crashes, demonstrating its dedication to operational excellence and safety protocols. Zing's expertise and capabilities havebeen established through over 40 successful projects conducted across the United States. These projects have included collaborations with renowned brands such as Budweiser and Paramount Tower World Tower, showcasing Zing's ability to deliver exceptional results for high-profile events and clients. Even in challenging times such as the COVID-19 pandemic, when many businesses and companies faced significant disruptions, Zing Drones persevered and continued to provide essential services. They successfully executed contactless delivery projects in the Tampa Bay Area, ensuring the safe and efficient delivery of goods while minimizing direct human contact. The company's commitment to serving communities extends to critical situations like natural disasters. During a hurricane, Zing Drones carried out delivery operations on Belle Isle Island, showcasing their resilience and dedication to supporting needy communities.
Zing Drones is making significant progress across various industries and expanding its presence in the healthcare sector, with a specific focus on pharmaceutical delivery in 2023. This strategic move comes in response to the increasing demand for efficient and secure transportation of medical supplies. Leveraging their expertise in drone technology, Zing is dedicated to providing innovative solutions for pharmaceutical companies, ensuring the reliable and timely delivery of critical medications and healthcare products through autonomous flight software and adherence to rigorous safety protocols. This expansion into the healthcare sector reflects Zing's commitment to positively impacting people's lives by enabling faster and more accessible healthcare services.
By overcoming conventional logistical challenges, Zing's pharmaceutical delivery solutions hold the potential for enhanced operational efficiency, reduced costs, and, ultimately, improved patient outcomes. This expansion showcases Zing's dedication to utilizing drone technology for the greater good and signifies their willingness to extend their expertise beyond conventional industries, contributing to the advancement of healthcare services.
Zing&rsquo;s business development team lead, Nhan Nguyen, is at the forefront of their healthcare initiatives. She brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in health sciences from her time at the University of Central Florida. She shares her vision: "Our advanced drone delivery capabilities are aimed at supporting healthcare providers, pharmacies, and medical facilities in streamlining their operations and enhancing patient care." With her expertise and the innovative solutions offered by Zing, healthcare professionals can expect optimized operations and an elevated level of patient care. This expansion into the healthcare sector marks an exciting chapter in their journey, with a strong focus on delivering cutting-edge drone solutions that have the potential to revolutionize the way medical supplies are transported, furthering the advancement of healthcare services and positively impacting countless lives.
<h5 class="p1">Remote ID</h5>
Remote ID is an essential capability for drones, enabling them to broadcast identification and location information during flight. As of September 16, 2023, a new regulation mandates the use of a digital license plate, incorporating Remote ID technology, for all drones operating in the US airspace. This regulation introduces two forms of Remote ID: Standard RID, applicable to dronesalready equipped with Remote ID, and Broadcast Module RID, which is required for drones without built-in Remote ID functionality, including popular DJI drones. Zing is proud to offer a solution that helps the 350,000 pilots in the US comply with this regulation. Our Remote ID device, developed to meet FAA standards, ensures compliance while adding value to users' drone operations.
Zing's Remote ID device goes beyond mere compliance, providing users with additional features to enhance their drone experience. Through a collaboration with Skyway, our device enables users to visualize nearby drones and access comprehensive flight data via an intuitive dashboard. The attachable device is designed for seamless integration, making it effortless for drone operators across the nation to comply with the new rulemaking. As the final rulemaking approaches, Zing is gearing up to launch this innovative product, enabling drone enthusiasts to stay at the forefront of responsible and connected drone flying.
<h5 class="p1">Last-Mile Delivery Leadership</h5>
Zing is actively seeking a seed round of funding to secure $1.5 million in investments. They are excited to announce that they have garnered the support and guidance of an anchor investor, the co-founder of TokenSociety is leading the way in this endeavor. This funding will play a crucial role in enabling the company to develop further and expand its drone technology, solidify its position in the market, and pursue its ambitious growth plans. With the necessary investment secured, Zing believes it will have the resources to enhance its drone delivery capabilities, foster new partnerships within the industry, and advance its autonomous flight software and safety protocols.
<h5 class="p1">Learn More</h5>
<iframe style="width: 677px; height: 381px;" title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/ipiCGRmgRX4" width="677" height="381" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe>

Zing Drone Solutions Chosen to Participate in FAA BEYOND Program

26 June 2023
The concept of advanced air mobility (AAM) has gained significant attention in recent years, with the promise of revolutionizing how we move people in urban and rural areas. <a style="color: #ba372a;" href="https://ncaerox.com/">AeroX</a>, a non-profit organization based in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, is leading the charge to establish the first urban UAS Traffic Management (UTM), named Air Traffic Low Altitude Surveillance (ATLAS) in the country and expects to be operational in early 2024.
<h5>Air Traffic Low Altitude Surveillance (ATLAS)&nbsp;</h5>
AeroX is a nonprofit organization of business, government, and community partners focused on facilitating the safe and efficient commercialization of AAM technologies in North Carolina. It aims to capitalize on North Carolina&rsquo;s prominence as a UAS innovation leader by creating a national model ecosystem for AAM, a testbed for pioneering companies seeking to leverage these emerging technologies to grow their organizations.&nbsp;
The 2021 North Carolina General Assembly (NCGA) awarded AeroX a $5 million grant to design and develop an urban advanced air mobility system in North Carolina. This award was directed to AeroX with the understanding that the lessons learned from the implementation of this system in Winston-Salem and Forsyth County would be shared and replicated in other cities and regions throughout the state, strengthening North Carolina&rsquo;s position as a leader in UAS.&nbsp;
In 2022, AeroX initiated Project ATLAS to establish a Ground Based Surveillance System (GBSS) in central North Carolina with the intention of providing critical low-altitude surveillance of non-cooperative aircraft to UAS operators who are seeking BVLOS operational approval from the FAA. AeroX will build on the foundational work from NASA, FAA, and standards bodies including ASTM and RTCA.&nbsp;
AeroX is aligned with both industry and FAA with an end goal to enable repeatable, scalable, and economically viable BVLOS operations with an emphasis on package delivery, infrastructure inspection, and public safety.&nbsp;
Under Project ATLAS, AeroX is building a GBSS for low-altitude aircraft surveillance to enable UAS BVLOS operations that could be implemented using industry-developed Commercial-Off-the-Shelf (COTS) products without the need for substantial modification or engineering.&nbsp;
<h5>Learn More</h5>
<iframe title="YouTube video player" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/cp-Zn0GahmU" width="560" height="315" frameborder="0" allowfullscreen="allowfullscreen"></iframe>
<h5>Project ATLAS Goals</h5>
This system will provide non-cooperative aircraft surveillance data to accomplish three goals:&nbsp;
<ol>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Supply UAS operators with critical surveillance data to obtain FAA approval to operate BVLOS under Part 107, Part 135, and other authorizations;&nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Allow UAS manufacturers, sensors manufacturers, and UAS operators to validate on-ship Detect and Avoid (DAA) systems by using the surveillance data provided by AeroX as a truth source; and&nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Capture and archive non-cooperative aircraft tracks for regional AAM forecasting and planning&nbsp;</li>
</ol>
<h5>Enabling BVLOS Use Cases</h5>
Project ATLAS is focused on expanding the following use cases that will benefit from BVLOS operations:&nbsp;
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Medical and Retail Package Delivery &ndash; The Piedmont region is home to two large healthcare institutions, Atrium Wake Forest Baptist and Novant Health, that pioneered the use of UAS to enhance medical logistics within their healthcare systems. It is also home to multiple retail stores that have partnered with UAS operators for package delivery operations. All have partnered with UAS operators who currently operate under Part 135 or pursuing Part 135 certification.&nbsp;</li>
</ul>
<ul>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Infrastructure Inspection &ndash; &ldquo;Drone-in-a-box&rdquo; used for infrastructure and site monitoring has gained market traction. Several organizations with a presence in central North Crolina are interested in starting these operations, including operating the UAS from a remote location and with no one on-site.&nbsp;</li>
<li style="font-weight: 400;" aria-level="1">Public Safety - Public safety agencies have benefited from using UAS to augment their missions. Forsyth County Sheriff&rsquo;s Office, with the help of AeroX, established the first Drone as First Responder (DFR) program in North Carolina. Other law enforcement agencies are in the process of also setting up DFR programs.</li>
</ul>
<img src="https://media.thedroningcompany.com/images/tincy/sgPeSfOLnnXNXW7copkZ9S6WWPX4MBHI2UgB56Zm.jpg" alt="" width="544" height="408" />
"AAM Testing Ground"
&ldquo;Opening the country&rsquo;s first UAM corridor will help the industry directly address these challenges with real-time data and learning,&rdquo; Yap continued. &ldquo;We&rsquo;ll be able to do more than just run simulations and models &ndash; we&rsquo;ll be flying missions and gaining critical experience that will inform how drones can be safely and effectively integrated into our daily lives and businesses.&rdquo;
<h5>North Carolina Setting the Standard</h5>
Building the next generation of transportation technology is a highly complex and collaborative effort. Over the last several years, AeroX leaders have convened multiple stakeholders, including government entities, technology providers, urban planners, and community representatives to develop a comprehensive plan for the corridor, considering factors such as infrastructure requirements, regulatory frameworks, and public acceptance.
North Carolina has emerged as a frontrunner in drone flights, providing an enabling environment for the industry's growth and development.&nbsp;
Integration Pilot Program: North Carolina was one of the first states selected for the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Integration Pilot Program (IPP). The program aims to accelerate the integration of drones into the national airspace by fostering partnerships between the FAA, state, local governments, and private sector entities. Through the IPP, North Carolina has facilitated several groundbreaking drone projects, including drone delivery trials and emergency response applications piloted by AeroX members.
Education and Research: North Carolina is home to renowned research institutions and universities actively engaged in drone research and innovation. Collaborative efforts between academia and industry have resulted in advancements in drone technology and applications.&nbsp;
&ldquo;AeroX is building an economic engine around drones that crosses the state,&rdquo; Yap said. &ldquo;We&rsquo;re working with Elizabeth City State University, an HBCU, to train drone pilots. We&rsquo;re working with high school students in Winston-Salem to introduce them to the industry and teach them the fundamentals. And we&rsquo;re working with companies, researchers, economists, and regulators to ensure North Carolina maintains our competitive edge.&rdquo;
The state's commitment to research and development has attracted leading drone innovators like AeroX, contributing to the industry's growth.
&ldquo;North Carolina&rsquo;s license plates say &ldquo;First in Flight&rdquo; as a tribute to the Wright Brothers&rsquo; historic accomplishment, and AeroX is positioning the state to be Next in Flight. When you think about the history of aviation, we&rsquo;re at an inflection point right now. There hasn&rsquo;t been a significant technological advancement like UAM since the introduction of the jet propulsion engine in 1940.&rdquo;
AeroX's pioneering efforts to build the first urban UTM in North Carolina exemplify the organization's and state&rsquo;s commitment to ushering in the next age of aviation innovation. As AeroX collaborates with various stakeholders, advocates for regulatory frameworks, and engages with the public, the vision of seamless AAM operations in North Carolina becomes closer to reality and closer to fulfilling the potential of the next great age of aviation.
<img src="https://media.thedroningcompany.com/images/tincy/S86uFrq9Mm6KjyHlbwD0P1SmwWaoUBrI3kFqVuTr.png" alt="" width="655" height="599" /> 
"AeroX ATLAS"

Featured News Trending NewsFAA Gives Amazon Air BVLOS Approval

Featured News Product NewsJet Drone!

Featured News Product NewsDJI FlyCart 30 Can Carry 88 pounds!

Featured News Product NewsDelivery Drones Get Work Done

Featured News Trending NewsDrone Deliveries: Walking to Get Your Package Is So Last Century

Featured News Product NewsDraganfly Precision Delivery System

Featured News Trending NewsAmazon Prime finally ready for prime time?

Product News Drone DeliveryA2Z Drone Delivery Expands Commercial Delivery Drone Fleet

Featured News Product NewsZing Drone Solutions Chosen to Participate in FAA BEYOND Program

Featured News Product NewsAeroX: Pioneering Advanced Air Mobility in North Carolina