Alva Industries, the Norwegian powerhouse in electric motor technology, is proud to introduce the game-changing 2nd generation of their ALTUS X60 Propulsion System. Building upon the success of the ALTUS X60 product line, this state-of-the-art propulsion system introduces four new cutting-edge features and enhanced reliability.
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Dawn of Drones | Episode 118: Kongsberg Geospatial
November is “Crossover Tech Month” Month on the Dawn of Drones podcast! This week, we kick it off with our month sponsor, Kongsberg Geospatial and its Director of Business Development, Adam Robinson.
Kongsberg Geospatial specializes in precision software for mapping, geospatial visualization, and situational awareness, prioritizing high-performance, real-time components for critical infrastructure. Renowned for TerraLens®, their trusted geospatial platform, they also offer development and integration services, focusing on defense applications, particularly in UX and HMI components for C2 systems. Their expertise spans air-traffic control, ISR, air defense, Beyond Line-of-Sight navigation systems for UAS, and Remote Towers for air traffic control.

TruWeather Harnesses the Power of Advanced Technology to Keep Advanced Aviation Flying
The drone and advanced air mobility (AAM) industries will not succeed without having significantly more fidelity on low altitude weather. Current equipment, systems and standards do not provide this.

Dawn of Drones | Episode 117: Drone Alliance Europe
The Dawn of Drones podcast closes out an awesome month dedicated to the “Tech Ecosystem” and sponsored by TruWeather Solutions with special guest Joanna Wieczorek, strategic advisor of Drone Alliance Europe.
Joanna joins Dawn to discuss the innovative technological and regulatory advancements in the drone industry across the pond. Drone Alliance Europe unites prominent tech firms to advocate for the commercial drone sector with European policymakers, regulators and global advisory bodies.

Carson Air Selects SKYTRAC SDL-350 for State-of-the-Art Aeromedical Connectivity
COLUMBUS, OH, October 23, 2023 – SKYTRAC (SKYTRAC Systems Ltd), a global leader in satellite communications (satcom) and intelligent connectivity solutions, today announced that Carson Air, a leading provider of fixed-wing air ambulance services in British Columbia, has selected SKYTRAC’s Iridium Certus SDL-350 broadband L-band satellite system onboard their fleet of King Air 360 aircraft.
Flying Drones in the World’s Most Challenging Environments
Date/Time: Wednesday, November 29 at 3:00 – 4:00 pm ET
Webinar Description:
New drone platforms are pushing the limits on where and how drones are able to fly.
Whether in the dark, in inclement weather, in crowded urban settings or in the face of the most aggressive jamming campaign in UAV history, drones are navigating challenging environments that were previously thought unnavigable by uncrewed aircraft; in the battlefield, in public safety responses and in industrial facilities.
Choosing Electro-optical Sensors for Autonomous Systems
Date/Time: Tuesday, December 5 at 12:00 – 1:00 pm ET
Webinar Description:
This webinar will clarify how autonomous systems use electro-optical sensors that include sensors that operate in technologies based on visible light, infrared light and radar that enable remote sensing for autonomous vehicles that include aircraft and unmanned land and sea systems. Participants will be provided with the theoretical background that will make it possible to understand remote sensing applications in the optical frequency parts of the electromagnetic spectrum.
Autonomous Aerial Systems in the Next Decade: Urban Air Traffic
Date/Time: Tuesday, November 21 at 12:00 – 1:00 pm ET
Webinar Description:
This webinar reviews the reasons that led to the need to add a third dimension to urban transportation, (Urban Air Mobility), the challenges in developing aerial platforms, the types of solutions, and the current technological deficits.
Speakers:
Yair Dubester, Chairman, Pentaxi, Ltd.
Registration:
Registration is free for all attendees
State Advocacy Updates and Upcoming Initiatives
While many state legislatures adjourned sine die by the end of June, there has still been plenty of ac
