Drone Products

When President Trump announced a sweeping 50% tariff on all Brazilian imports, most people probably thought about coffee, beef, or soybeans. But for the drone industry, this trade move could shake up some critical supply chains in ways that might surprise you. The Brazilian Connection Brazil might not be the first country that comes to… Read more: Trump’s Tariffs on Brazil: A Supply Chain Shock for the Drone Industry

Innovative system designed to roll or fly in the most challenging environments Robotican has announced the delivery of dozens of its ROOSTER hybrid drone systems to European special operations forces, intervention units, and infantry teams. This milestone highlights the system’s growing role in modern military and tactical operations. The ROOSTER system recently secured official NATO… Read more: Robotican Delivers Hybrid ROOSTER Drones to European Special Forces

Amazon Prime Days 2025, running from July 8–11, features substantial discounts on a wide range of drones. Whether you’re a hobbyist, professional, or looking for a gift, there are options for every budget and skill level. Featured Drone Deals Here’s a breakdown of some of the best drone deals available for Prime Day, highlighting key… Read more: Amazon Prime Day 2025: Top Drone Deals for Every Pilot

From Battlefield to Business: The Rise of Collaborative Autonomous Drones Geoff Hitchcock, Chief Revenue Officer at Red Cat Holdings, and Matt Vogt, Chief Revenue Officer at Palladyne AI. share how the two companies are partnering to unlock true autonomous multi-drone collaboration, what this breakthrough means for modern military operations, and how they plan to scale the… Read more: Red Cat Holdings and Palladyne AI on the Drone Radio Show: Multi-Drone Collaboration

This week, the United States, Japan, India, and Australia—collectively known as the Quad—announced the launch of the Quad Critical Minerals Initiative, a major step to secure and diversify global supply chains for minerals vital to advanced technologies. The agreement, unveiled at a high-level meeting in Washington, D.C., is a direct response to growing concerns over… Read more: Quad Nations Launch Critical Minerals Initiative: What It Means for the Drone Industry

New battery extends flight time by 50%, improving efficiency in confined space inspections Flyability Enhances Elios 3 with Longer Flight Time and Improved Efficiency Flyability, a Swiss-based drone manufacturer known for its indoor inspection technology, has announced the release of a new high-capacity battery for its Elios 3 drone. The new battery offers up to… Read more: Flyability Launches High-Capacity Battery for Elios 3 Drone

New radar technology enables rapid, high-performance drone detection for security teams on the move Compact Solutions for Evolving Threats As drones become faster, smaller, and more accessible, the need for flexible and mobile detection systems has grown. Traditional drone detection systems, often built on large, fixed infrastructure, can’t always keep up with the speed and… Read more: Low-SWaP Radars Bring Mobile Drone Detection to the Tactical Edge

UK Manufacturer Introduces New Military Drones: Rugged ISR Platforms Inspired by Battlefield Lessons and Built for Harsh Environments Evolve Dynamics Launches Two Tactical UAS Platforms This week, as Europe marked the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day, British drone manufacturer Evolve Dynamics introduced two new military drones: Foxe and Wolfe. The announcement took… Read more: Evolve Dynamics Unveils Foxe and Wolfe: New Miniature Drones for Defense Operations

DJI has officially unveiled the highly anticipated Mavic 4 Pro, a drone packed with groundbreaking features that are turning heads across the industry. But while the technology is impressive, U.S. buyers are facing significant hurdles due to tariffs and supply chain disruptions. Here’s everything you need to know about the Mavic 4 Pro’s features, what… Read more: DJI Mavic 4 Pro: Revolutionary Features, Rave Reviews, and U.S. Availability Challenges

All images courtesy Axon, used with permission. Axon, a global leader in public safety technology, has expanded its portfolio with the acquisition of Sky-Hero, making a mature, field-tested suite of tactical robotics available to state, local, tribal, and territorial (SLTT) police agencies across the United States. Previously limited to government and defense use, the Sky-Hero… Read more: Axon Brings Sky-Hero Tactical Robotics Suite to U.S. Public Safety Agencies

Visitors Experience the Future of Urban Air Mobility with Life-Size Model and Boarding Opportunity SkyDrive Inc., a leading Japanese eVTOL (electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing) aircraft manufacturer, has revealed a full-scale mockup of its SKYDRIVE SD-05 model to the public for the first time at Expo 2025 Osaka, Kansai. The display is part of the… Read more: SkyDrive Unveils Full-Scale Mockup of SD-05 eVTOL at Expo 2025 Osaka

Company takes major step toward a fully domestic battery supply chain in response to geopolitical and supply chain pressures Lyten Strengthens U.S. Battery Industry with Domestic Lithium-Metal Production Lyten, a California-based supermaterial company, has announced the production of the first U.S.-made battery grade lithium-metal foil using domestic lithium alloys and raw materials. This achievement marks… Read more: Lyten Begins U.S. Production of Lithium-Metal Foil for Next-Gen Batteries

AS-DT1 Offers Accurate 3D Measurement in a Compact, Lightweight Design for Drones, Robotics, and More Sony Unveils AS-DT1 Miniature LiDAR Sensor Sony Electronics has announced the AS-DT1, a compact and lightweight LiDAR depth sensor designed for precise 3D measurement. Measuring only 29mm x 29mm x 31mm and weighing 50 grams, the AS-DT1 is now the… Read more: Sony Launches World’s Smallest and Lightest Precision LiDAR Sensor

SkyDrive to Showcase New Aircraft at Expo; Public Experiences Begin Mid-Apri A New Mobility Hub Opens in Osaka All images courtesy SkyDrive. On March 28, 2025, Osaka Metro officially opened the OSAKAKO Vertiport, a new takeoff and landing site for electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft (eVTOLs). The vertiport, located at Chuo Pier in Osaka’s… Read more: What Is a Vertiport? Osaka Metro’s New Hub Prepares the Public for Flying Taxis at Expo 2025

Autel Robotics has announced updates to its Dragonfish series of drones in 2025, refining the platform to better serve industrial and professional users. The Dragonfish series, known for its tilt-rotor design and adaptability, continues to address the evolving needs of industries such as public safety, infrastructure inspection, and environmental monitoring. Streamlined Product Line and Functional… Read more: Updates to the Autel Dragonfish Platform: Enhanced Features for Industrial Applications

Percepto, Chevron team on autonomous drone inspections By DRONELIFE Features Editor Jim Magill Israel-based Percepto is combining artificial intelligence (AI) and drone technologies to conduct safety inspections across Chevron’s far-flung assets in the western U.S., limiting the need for human-led inspection trips. The two companies recently announced the successful completion of the first six months… Read more: The Inside Story on Chevron’s Autonomous Drone Inspections with Percepto

Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) flight is widely recognized as a key enabler for the commercial drone industry. With the ability to fly drones over long distances without direct human oversight, BVLOS operations unlock new possibilities for industries such as delivery, infrastructure inspection, and defense. However, one of the biggest challenges to BVLOS adoption… Read more: DRONELIFE Exclusive: Elsight CEO on How Halo Connectivity Enables Reliable BVLOS Drone Operations

A groundbreaking flight test explores potential for long-distance, heavy-payload drone operations, targeting crucial advancements in emergency response capabilities. by DRONELIFE Staff Writer Ian J. McNabb This article published in collaboration with JUIDA, the Japan UAS Industrial Development Association. The Akasaka Takeshi Laboratory of the Kanazawa Institute of Technology’s Department of Aeronautical Systems Engineering conducted its… Read more: Kanazawa Institute’s VTOL Drone Aims for New Heights in Japan

Showcasing Innovations in Stabilization and Connectivity Gremsy and Nokia are teaming up to present their latest UAV integration solutions at XPONENTIAL Europe 2025. The event, known for bringing together experts in unmanned and autonomous systems, provides a platform to explore new advancements and industry challenges. This collaboration highlights ongoing efforts to improve UAV performance and… Read more: Gremsy and Nokia Unveil UAV Integration Solutions at XPONENTIAL Europe 2025

New Application Enables Efficient Infrastructure and Terrain Mapping Wingcopter has announced an expansion of its offerings to include long-range beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) LiDAR surveying solutions. The Wingcopter 198, the company’s flagship drone, will be equipped with advanced laser scanning and camera systems to enable rapid, high-quality data collection. The new system allows… Read more: Wingcopter Expands into Long-Range LiDAR Surveying