Wednesday, April 2, 2025

Weekly Wings: Drone Certifications, Technology and Beyond In this episode of Weekly Wings, we’re taking to the skies to discuss the latest advancements in drone technology, with a focus on obtaining certifications for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) flights.

This week on the Weekly Wings podcast, hosts Paul Rossi, Samuel Stansberry, and Terry Neff delve into the latest innovations and industry developments in the world of drones. As the episode commences, a concise summary highlights Paul’s insightful commentary on the Industrial UAV Expo in Las Vegas, seamlessly transitioning into.

Percepto’s innovative industrial inspection drones take a significant leap forward in revolutionizing the industry with unparalleled precision and efficiency. The emphasis is placed on the growing importance of kind certifications, which enhance safety and dependability for extensive drone operations, most notably within the power and infrastructure industries.

The episode delves deeper into the collaboration between two entities that is revolutionizing parachute technology for drones, a crucial advancement enabling beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations to flourish. Techniques aim to standardise security protocols for flights over people and sensitive regions, ensuring drones operate consistently with progressively refined regulations.

In a fascinating discussion about cutting-edge military technology, the hosts delve into the details of a remarkable autonomous system—a self-propelled, machine gun-armed unit engineered to effectively counter hostile drones. This methodology exemplifies the escalating challenge posed by drone countermeasures in modern warfare, further underscored by discussions surrounding Russia’s military positions.

As the NFL season kicks off, the Detroit Lions’ innovative approach to entertainment takes center stage with the debut of their drone show, underscoring the growing popularity of aerial displays in leisure activities? When the dialogue shifts to a critical tone, it becomes imperative that the hosts tackle an incident in Oregon, underscoring the need for responsible drone operations during emergencies.

The episode concludes by examining a statewide initiative focused on detect-and-avoid (DAA) technologies that facilitate beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations, enabling drone operators to perform extended-range flights for infrastructure inspections and agricultural applications.

Lastly, the hosts uncover that ongoing Congressional debates on the matter may impact future drone operations utilising Chinese-made technology.

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