Drones

The agency last week voted to allow certain drone operations on a dedicated radio frequency spectrum, with the goal of improving safety and access.

The Chinese manufacturer has been linked to other companies that appear to be selling identical products.

According to lawmakers, China’s DJI is using other companies to sell near-identical versions of its drones, which are banned within many federal agencies.

The space agency’s AIRVUE project uses cameras and sensors to collect information on obstacles in the environment, compiling it into a massive database.

Drone operators who violate federal drone regulations can face fines up to $75,000 per violation or have their license revoked or suspended.

Canadian law prohibits flying a drone within 1,000 feet of marine mammals.

The decision to cease operations in Arizona, Utah, and Florida comes as the partners hone in on Dallas-Fort Worth as a drone delivery hub.

The company introduces a suite of drone delivery docks that enable autonomous charging, pickup, and delivery.

The United Kingdom’s Civil Aviation Authority will also study drones for infrastructure inspections, emergency services, and policing.

The company reaches a milestone it claims no other drone delivery provider has achieved, delivering thousands of sandwiches, chicken wings, and pints of ice cream.