AeroVironment Expands Manufacturing Capacity, UAS Products, With ESAero Acquisition
ESAero’s VESA counter-UAS drone interceptor. (Image: AeroVironment) AeroVironment [AVAV] on March 16 said it has acquired Empirical Systems Aerospace, Inc. (ESAero) in a $200 million deal that adds...
What is the Blue UAS Cleared List? Everything drone pilots and buyers should know
If you’ve spent any time in the drone industry — whether as a manufacturer, operator, or enthusiast following policy news — you’ve probably heard the phrase “Blue UAS.” But what exactly...
Public Safety Program proves AirData sees a big future for emergency response drones
AirData, the drone fleet management platform used by more than 444,000 pilots across 232 countries, announced a dedicated Public Safety Program this month targeting law enforcement, fire departments...
A Texas church will put on a 10,000-drone Easter light show (and it’s free to attend)
Looking for something a little more memorable than an Easter egg hunt this year? A Texas church is putting on what may be the most ambitious drone light show series ever attempted in the United...
Mistake sale? This DJI accessory is 94% off (plus other March 2026 drone deals)
If you’ve been waiting for the right time to pull the trigger on a DJI drone, gimbal, or accessory, these March 2026 drone deals are pretty darn good. Major retailers including B&H Photo are...
Avata 360 launch date confirmed: here’s everything we know so far
DJI just made it official. The After weeks of leaks, FCC filings and some very obvious “mystery” teaser clips, the Avata 360 launch date has been confirmed. According to DJI’s own social...
