The projects would allow small electric or hybrid aircraft to carry passengers or cargo before federal regulators approve their commercial use.
Category: Drones (Pilotless Planes)
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DJI’s Chinese Drones Face U.S. Ban
Farmers, builders and police officers use drones made by DJI, a Chinese company. Trump and his allies want to stop all imports.
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Why the U.S. Is Way Behind China in Making Drones for War
A four-day test in the Alaska wilderness shows how far the U.S. military and American drone companies lag behind China in the technology.
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Why the Goodyear Blimp Hasn’t Been Replaced by Drones
At 100, the airship is still in demand.
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The Former C.I.A. Officer Capitalizing On Europe’s Military Spending Boom
Eric Slesinger made a career shift from the spy agency to venture capital, championing military start-ups as Europe beefed up its defenses amid an uncertain relationship with the United States.
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Drones Will Do Some Schlepping for Sherpas on Mount Everest
The devices will be used to airlift heavy, dangerous loads normally carried by mountain guides. They might even deliver a hot meal or two.
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U.S. Weighs Ban on Chinese Drones, Citing National Security Concerns
The Commerce Department requested that private companies comment on the implications of the rule by March. The final decision will fall to the Trump administration.
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Amazon Has Overhauled Its Drone Delivery. Will the Public Welcome It?
A recent visit to Amazon’s overhauled drone delivery program in Arizona left me impressed by the drones, but skeptical that the public will welcome them.
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Hummingbirds’ Flight Offers Clues to Improve Drones
Scientists study the flight of hummingbirds to design robots for drone warfare.