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EHang conducts first U.S. trial flight of autonomous aerial vehicle in North Carolina

January 8, 2020
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As part of the North Carolina Transportation Summit, EHang conducted its first-ever U.S. trial flight of the EHang 216, which is the company’s two-seater passenger-grade autonomous aerial vehicle (AAV).

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UAVOS’ R-22 unmanned helicopter designed for humanitarian and disaster relief missions

January 8, 2020
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UAVOS has converted the Robinson manned helicopter into an unmanned helicopter known as R-22.

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Embry-Riddle, Florida Polytechnic partner to advance safety of autonomous airborne systems

January 8, 2020
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Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is joining forces with Florida Polytechnic University to advance the safety of autonomous airborne systems.

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AUVSI Names Richard King as Senior Vice President of Regulatory and International Affairs

January 7, 2020
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For Immediate Release: Jan. 7, 2020Contact: Tom McMahon, tmcmahon@auvsi.org, (571) 255-7786 AUVSI Names Richard King as Senior Vice President of Regulatory and International Affairs Veteran naval officer is also an expert on international aerospace and maritime issues ARLINGTON, Va. – The Association for Unmanned Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) today announced it has named Richard King,... Continue reading

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New York Gov. Cuomo proposes investment to establish small UAS experimentation and test facility at Griffiss International Airport

January 6, 2020
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On Sunday, Jan. 5, New York Gov. Andrew M. Cuomo unveiled a proposal for a $9 million investment to establish a small UAS experimentation and test facility at Griffiss International Airport in Rome, Oneida County.

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Industry now responding to proposed remote ID rule for drones

January 2, 2020
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The Federal Aviation Administration's proposed rule for the remote identification of drones has now been printed in the Federal Register, giving interested parties 60 days to respond. AUVSI is reviewing the rules and will be responding, but in the meantime President and CEO Brian Wynne said he welcomes the move. “The importance of remote ID regulations cannot... Continue reading

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