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CAA

CAA: Test and Evaluation Annual Report 2024-25 released: CAP 3099

​The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has released its inaugural Test and Evaluation (T&E) Annual Report for 2024–2025, marking a significant step in advancing aviation innovation within the UK. The report highlights the T&E Team’s efforts in facilitating safe, efficient, and data-driven test flights, aligning with national initiatives like the Airspace Modernisation Strategy (AMS), UKRI…

Drone Related Jobs

Drone Related Jobs as at 14 April 2025

Disclaimer: All jobs posted here are from LinkedIn and other job sites including member and non-member organizations. Drone related jobs. Skybound Rescuer are looking to recruit a Co-ordinator (BVLOS Remote Pilot). View Role Tekever is recruiting a UAV Avionics Technician. View Role Consortiq is recruiting a UAV Training Manager. View Role UK AirComms is recruiting…

DRONES IN ACTION: Site Security Management

Drones in Action: Site Security Management

Drones in Action End User Stories: Site Security Management | Severn Trent Water & Dovecote Park – By integrating automated drone surveillance, security patrols became three times faster across a 13-acre site. Drones provided real-time monitoring with thermal cameras, reducing reliance on manual inspections, improving safety, and lowering operational costs and carbon footprint.

Ajuno

Ajuno: End User Appraisal Report

The End User Advancement and Sharing Exchange (EASE) has released a pivotal paper titled “End User Appraisal,” which offers a comprehensive analysis of the current state and future prospects of drone technology integration across various sectors in the UK. This document synthesizes insights from leading drone end users, highlighting critical challenges, cross-sector opportunities, and the…

DRONES IN ACTION: Emergency Response

Drones in Action: Emergency Response

Drones in Action End User Stories: The Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) is integrating drones into search and rescue missions, enhancing emergency response capabilities. Traditional methods can be slow or limited in certain conditions, particularly in remote or hazardous areas.

Drones in Action: Train Track Inspection

DRONES IN ACTION: Train Track Inspection

Drones in Action End User Stories: £1 million Network Rail savings annually* thanks to a new drone-based survey solution by Plowman Craven. The system operates 20 metres above the tracks with precision accuracy of +/- 5mm – meeting Network Rail’s requirements without disrupting services or putting workers at risk.

DJI Midwich Dock 3

DJI & Midwich: New Generation Dock 3 Briefing – 15 April 2025

As part of the Tech North Event, DJI & Midwich will launch the new DJI Dock 3 in Manchester on 15 April 2025. The Dock 3 will be on site in the Cricket Ground at The Point, Emirates, Old Trafford and flying. Senior representation from DJI Europe will be present too. They are eager to…