dach
Germany tests faster, smarter interceptors for small-drone threats
Germany is testing faster, autonomous interceptors to defeat small drones and integrate them into national and allied air-defence networks.
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regulation
Regulator seeks input on future Air Traffic Services rulemaking
A civil aviation regulator has launched a call for information inviting ATS providers, controllers and flight operators to provide evidence and views to inform future Air Traffic Services rulemaking.
industry
Beyond photography: delivery, spraying and tracking rise for 2026
Delivery, spraying and tracking are emerging as the fastest-growing commercial drone applications, each capturing 5–7% of operations as photography declines.
central-eastern-europe
Seven drones cross into Moldova; one crashes into home amid Russian attack
Seven drones crossed into Moldova during an overnight Russian attack on Ukraine and one crashed into a residential home on Moldovan soil.
defense
France Drops FPV Drones from A400M; Fixed‑Wing Seen as Better Option
France tested dropping FPV quadcopters from an A400M transport aircraft but analysts argue fixed-wing drones would provide greater range, endurance, and survivability.
defense
Orqa Initiates FPV Training Integration for Croatian Armed Forces
Orqa begins 'train the trainer' FPV drone programs for the Croatian Army to institutionalize tactical UAV skills.
eu
EASA ASC 2025: Complacency seen as top safety risk, rules to be simplified
EASA warned that complacency, fuelled by a strong safety record, is the biggest threat to European aviation safety and called for streamlined rules to focus on current risks.
defense
Berlin–Rome back Hybrid CoE after US exit, signalling EU self-reliance on hybrid defence
Germany and Italy pledged to strengthen Hybrid CoE and boost EU hybrid-intelligence fusion as the US exits the centre, signalling Europe-led continuity in counter-hybrid defence.
industry
Parrot secures multi-year deal to supply ANAFI UKR micro-UAS to European force
Parrot has been awarded a multi-year contract to deliver its ANAFI UKR micro‑UAS to a European Defence Force to enhance frontline reconnaissance and situational awareness.
defense
EU-US $800B Ukraine Recovery Pitch Hinges on Ceasefire and Investor Risk
An EU-U.S. document pitches mobilising ~$800B for Ukraine’s recovery through 2040, but private capital remains constrained by ceasefire and security-guarantee requirements.
industry
Fotokite launches Sigma+ tethered drone with 24‑hour flight and IR+640
Fotokite launched Sigma+, an upgraded tethered aerial system offering up to 24 hours continuous flight, improved GPS for urban environments, IP55 weather protection and optional 640×480 radiometric thermal imaging to enhance public safety situational awareness.
baltics
Quantum Systems and ADV Defense sign MoU to boost German-Lithuanian defence ties
Quantum-Systems and Lithuania’s ADV Defense signed a memorandum of understanding to create an industrial partnership for unmanned systems operations, sustainment and training in the Baltic region.