Deseret UAS

04/08/2023

Join the world's leading trade show and conference on commercial UAS - Commercial UAV Expo! With 4k attendees from 75 countries. Industries covered include Construction; Drone Delivery; Energy & Utilities; Forestry & Agriculture; Infrastructure & Transportation; Mining & Aggregates; Public Safety & Emergency Services; Security; and Surveying & Mapping.

Register now with code SAVE100 for $100 discount and/or FREE expo admission! www.expouav.com/exhibition/

04/05/2023

Devin Rose, a Utah resident, has found a unique way to use his love for technology to help schools and sports teams. His business, D&C Drones Agricultural Drone Services, involves using a large drone to dump a special kind of dirt on sports fields at schools to help melt snow faster.

The idea for his business came after seeing a news story about high school spring sports games being postponed or canceled due to heavy snow still on fields. His business is still new, but he says he's learning the best way to fly and make lines of dirt on fields to make the snow melt faster. Click the link below for the full story:

http://bit.ly/3K8obIE

03/31/2023

Congrats Utah State University! The launch of the Atmospheric Waves Experiment (AWE), led by USU's Space Dynamics Laboratory and College of Science, is scheduled for December 2023. AWE, a NASA-funded project, will study how Earth's weather interacts with space weather by providing unprecedented images of Earth's gravity waves from an orbit of about 400 kilometers above. The project will help forecast the effect of atmospheric gravity waves and space weather on satellite communications and enable mission planners and satellite operators to plan contingencies. This is a major milestone for USU as it represents the first time the university has served as a total mission provider for a major NASA - National Aeronautics and Space Administration program. To read the full article, click the link below: http://bit.ly/3zbEak4

03/28/2023

Exciting news for aviation enthusiasts! Utah State University is hosting its annual Aviation Industry Advisory Committee meeting on March 29, 2023. Join them for a day of informative sessions and the Aviation Career Conference from 1-4 pm. Register via the link below to participate and meet with 500 passionate aviation students! http://bit.ly/3Kc3VqF

USU Aviation Technology Industry Advisory Committee will host a 'State of the Program' presentation.

03/25/2023

Good news! Three additional keynotes have been selected for the Utah Aeronautics Conference: Scott Glaser, Toni Glaser, and Erin Lear Loughan. You won't want to miss the chance to meet these amazing speakers! Register now at utahaero.com while early-bird tickets are still available.

03/23/2023

Zipline has launched a new aircraft, the P2 Zip, which is designed to carry up to eight pounds of cargo within a 10-mile radius. The drone is designed to be able to land a package on a more precise space like a doorstep, and can travel up to 10 miles in 10 minutes. The P2 Zip employs both lift and cruise propellers and a fixed wing, helping it maneuver quietly and precisely. This means fast and accurate deliveries even in Utah's windy and snowy weather. Zipline has put its original fleet to work in Rwanda and expanded its services to six countries and in three states, including Utah! To learn more, read the article here: http://bit.ly/3llMeve

03/18/2023

Congratulations to Utah State University's AeroLab for presenting 11 papers at the annual AIAA - The American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics SciTech Forum! This is the largest group of students ever taken to the conference, demonstrating the quality of the aerospace program at USU. To read their papers visit: http://bit.ly/427ZCUi

03/15/2023

Teal Drones has added Athena AI as an artificial intelligence partner to the new Teal 2 military-grade drone. Athena AI allows the Teal 2 to identify objects at night, including Identification Friend or Foe (IFF) markers. By integrating Athena AI technology, the Teal 2 can support night missions and respond to emerging threats quickly. To learn more, read the article below: bit.ly/3LsQLGO

03/11/2023

New updates from the 2023 Legislative session! Senate Bill 24 redefines regulations for unmanned aircraft systems and advanced air mobility systems. The bill includes provisions that expand the powers of the Division of Aeronautics to oversee the development of vertiports and other advancements in air mobility technology.

Additionally, the bill requires the registration of unmanned aircraft and advanced air mobility systems, ensuring increased safety and accountability. With these changes, the Department of Transportation will have the authority to establish new registration fees and requirements, providing a clear path for compliance.

To see the full bill: http://bit.ly/3kYMVdH

03/08/2023

Provo City Government is seeking funding for an expansion at the new Provo Municipal Airport, as the travel hub becomes increasingly important to the local economy. The airport has seen a rise in business with the addition of more routes from Allegiant and Breeze Airways both of which have Provo Airport as their home base in Utah. The City is hoping to add new gates, another runway, and a customs area to facilitate international flights. With faster and less expensive parking and quicker TSA screenings, Provo Airport is becoming an increasingly attractive option for passengers compared to Salt Lake City’s airport. The airport currently offers over 60 flights in and out each week to destinations such as Las Vegas, Orlando, and Nashville, with more expected to be added in the future. For the full article, read: http://bit.ly/3YsAFzW

03/04/2023

Check out the latest news from Fortem Technologies! The airspace awareness, security, and defense company has just closed a funding round of $17.8 million led by Lockheed Martin Ventures and Hanwha Aerospace. This investment will help Fortem meet the growing demand for airspace safety and security. With the Counter-UAS market expected to reach $4.7 billion USD by 2027 and the Advanced Air Mobility market projected to hit $45.12 billion USD by 2030, Fortem's technology is in high demand. Their involvement in protecting venues like the World Cup Games in Qatar and fighting su***de drones in Ukraine highlights their crucial role in this growing market. To learn more read the article below: http://bit.ly/3KV3iCP

03/03/2023

Walmart continues to lead the way in adopting the use of drone delivery. They've partnered with companies like DroneUp Zipline and Flytrex to provide fast drone delivery in Lindon and Herriman cities. The two Walmart locations in Utah can deliver more than 120 times per day and each UAV can carry up to 10 pounds. Drones really are the future! Read the full article: http://bit.ly/3EIH9DM

Two Walmart locations in Utah, one in Lindon and one in Herriman, are now providing UAV delivery for customers nearby.