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Milton Keynes uses drone mapping to create digital twin “This is yet another instrumental trial coming to Milton Keynes to test future technologies.” - Cllr Shanika Mahendran, Milton Keynes City Council 👉 https://lnkd.in/dpJN_str #digitaltwin #drone #mapping #innovation

Milton Keynes uses drone mapping to create digital twin “This is yet another instrumental trial coming to Milton Keynes to test future technologies.” - Cllr Shanika Mahendran, Milton Keynes City Council 👉 https://lnkd.in/dpJN_str #digitaltwin #drone #mapping #innovation

It may seem like something from the Jetsons, but drones may prove viable way low-carbon way to transport valuable items and reduce traffic to traditional infrastructure. Here's 5 ways drone delivery providers are growing their presence and advancing supply chains this year. https://lnkd.in/gm2Nytqc #SupplyChainInnovations #DroneDelivery #LastMileDelivery

It’s become increasingly common to see a drone hovering over a building with a delivery order. Customers want things faster these days, and drone delivery offers retailers a great way to meet that demand. At the forefront of the drone delivery revolution is Walmart, which has leapfrogged over Amazon when it comes to last-mile logistics (that is, the last step in the delivery process when a parcel moves from a transportation hub to its final destination). But how did this retail behemoth get there? New on Fast Company, I talk about some of the major partners and factors behind Walmart’s success in drone delivery. More here: https://lnkd.in/dKjaeSaK Cc: DroneUp, Elsight - UAV & UAS Connection Confidence, Flytrex, Zipline

Small Drone Makers Face Major Hurdles in Remote ID Compliance - The drone industry is at a crossroads as small and mid-size manufacturers grapple with the Federal Aviation Administration's (FAA) Standard Remote ID... - #drone #drones #BVLOS #DroneIndustry #DroneTechnology #Drones #RemoteID #UnitedStates

Firmatek Integrates ACSL SOTEN Drone for Utility Inspections, Addressing Regulatory Concerns - Firmatek, a leader in utility infrastructure inspections, has integrated the ACSL SOTEN drone into its operations to meet growing regulatory and secu... - #drone #drones #Arizona #DataSecurity #DroneIndustry #Drones #U.S.Government

Drone Express: The Amazon of Drone Delivery? 🚁 Drone Express, based in Dayton, Ohio, is on a mission to revolutionize drone delivery. Their innovative approach combines a marketplace model with rapid delivery service, aiming to offer everything from groceries to construction materials through partnerships with multiple vendors. With subscription plans starting at $5.99/month for unlimited deliveries, the company plans to deliver items under five pounds within 15 minutes using custom-designed hexacopters. But here’s the question: hasn’t this been tried before? 🔹 Amazon Prime Air and Google Wing have faced challenges in scaling drone delivery despite major investments. 🔹 FAA certifications remain a major hurdle for commercial operations, limiting the potential reach of drone services. 🔹 Delivery economics—can breaking up deliveries into smaller, frequent trips really compete with traditional truck logistics? Drone Express might have unique advantages, like its roots in defense tech and its partnership with AeroX for advanced air mobility solutions. But with many companies struggling to crack the code on drone delivery, will they succeed where others have stumbled? What are your thoughts on the viability of widespread drone delivery? Are we truly on the brink of a new era, or is this another ambitious project facing the same old obstacles? Comment below! ⬇️

Amazon Launches Groundbreaking Drone Delivery Service in Arizona's West Valley In a significant advancement for drone delivery technology, Amazon has officially launched its aerial delivery service in Arizona's West Valley, marking one of the nation's first fully implemented drone delivery networks. The service promises delivery times of less than one hour for eligible items, revolutionizing the way customers receive their packages, reports 12 News. How the Service Works The innovative delivery system allows customers within approximately seven miles of Amazon's Tolleson facility, located near 107th Avenue and West Van Buren, to receive packages via autonomous drones. The service currently supports deliveries of items weighing five pounds or less, with a selection of 50,000 eligible products available for aerial delivery. Service Parameters and Costs Amazon has implemented specific guidelines to ensure safe and efficient operations. Deliveries are restricted to daylight hours, and customers must have suitable drop-off locations on their properties. The service comes with premium pricing: Prime members pay $9.99 per delivery, while non-Prime customers are charged $14.99. Arizona's Strategic Role "The West Valley is where all the growth and opportunity and innovation is going on," explains Amazon spokesperson Zoe Richmond. While Amazon has tested drone delivery in California and Texas, the West Valley implementation represents a more comprehensive integration into the company's delivery infrastructure. Expanding the Delivery Network The program's launch follows extensive testing across multiple states since its announcement in April. Unlike the more limited testing operations in Texas, the Arizona service represents a fully integrated part of Amazon's delivery network. Richmond emphasizes that this implementation demonstrates Amazon's commitment to "continue and find innovative ways to delight our customers." DroneXL's Take This development represents a significant milestone in the delivery by drone sector, showcasing how commercial drone operations can be successfully integrated into existing logistics networks. The implementation in Arizona's West Valley serves as a prime example of how beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations can be safely and effectively deployed in urban environments. This progress aligns with broader industry trends toward autonomous delivery solutions and demonstrates the practical application of advanced drone technology in everyday commerce. Share your thoughts on Amazon's drone delivery service in the comments below. Have you experienced or witnessed a drone delivery in your area? We'd love to hear about your experience! by Haye Kesteloo #Amazon #Arizona #BVLOS #California #Delivery by Drone #Drone Technology #Drones #Texas #drone #drones #uas #uav

Buying a used drone – what you need to know Are you toying with the idea of buying a used drone and wondering what you should look out for? Whether for financial reasons, sustainability considerations or simply out of fascination for flying technology – buying a used drone can be a good decision. In this comprehensive guide to buying used drones, you’ll find all the information you need to avoid regretting your purchase. https://lnkd.in/dEc2zsDx #buyadrone #drones #drone

Milton Keynes trials mapping its city centre with drones to create a digital twin that helps to inform highway surveys and accident response. 👉 https://lnkd.in/dpJN_str Milton Keynes City Council #digitaltwin #drone #mapping #innovation