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Expert insights on drone technology, regulations, and industry trends

📅 February 18, 2026 📖 6 min read industry

The Drone Service Market Will Surpass $35 Billion in 2026 — BVLOS Is the Catalyst

A February 2026 ResearchAndMarkets report confirms drone services revenue will exceed $35.72 billion this year. BVLOS normalization, trade dynamics, and autonomous operations are driving an entirely new era of scale economics.

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📅 February 17, 2026 📖 9 min read guide

Top 10 DJI Drones in India for 2026: Every Model Ranked by Use Case and Budget

From the sub-250g DJI Mini 2 SE at ₹67,000 to the cinema-grade DJI Inspire 3, here are the 10 best DJI drones available in India in 2026 — with verified specs, prices, and DGCA compliance notes.

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📅 February 16, 2026 📖 5 min read defense

China's Wing Loong X: The Combat Drone Built for Global Export Success

Unveiled at the Singapore Airshow in February 2026, China's Wing Loong X maritime combat drone is being positioned as a cost-competitive alternative to Western systems for dozens of nations. Analysts say this one has real export potential.

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📅 February 15, 2026 📖 6 min read defense

Defense Drones in 2026: The $170 Billion Supercycle and India's Strategic Push

Global defense budgets are fueling an unprecedented boom in unmanned systems procurement. We examine the numbers, the key players, and India's growing ambition in the defense drone sector.

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📅 February 14, 2026 📖 6 min read technology

AI-Powered Drones: How Autonomy Is Changing What Drones Can Do in 2026

From automated defect detection to AI-driven route planning, artificial intelligence is transforming commercial drone operations. We explore the key technologies and their real-world applications.

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📅 February 13, 2026 📖 5 min read entertainment

Drone Light Shows Are Replacing Fireworks — Here's Why Cities and Brands Are Making the Switch

The global drone light show market reached $372 million in 2026, with 64% of large-scale events now shifting to drone-based visuals. Disney, Pittsburgh Pirates, and cities worldwide are leading the transition away from traditional fireworks.

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📅 February 12, 2026 📖 5 min read logistics

Drone Delivery in 2026: From Proof of Concept to Real Logistics Infrastructure

With Zipline surpassing 2 million deliveries and Amazon Prime Air expanding, drone delivery is no longer experimental. We examine what's working, where it's scaling, and what's next.

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📅 February 11, 2026 📖 6 min read agriculture

Agricultural Drones in India 2026: Precision Farming, Subsidies, and the Path to Scale

Indian farmers are using drones for crop spraying, mapping, and yield monitoring — with government subsidies making adoption more accessible than ever. Here's the current state of the market.

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📅 February 10, 2026 📖 5 min read sport

FPV Drone Racing Is a $2 Billion Sport — And It's Just Getting Started

The global racing drone market reached $2.02 billion in 2026, driven by FPV leagues, esports integration, and a new generation of pilots. Here's what's fueling the growth and where the sport is headed.

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📅 February 9, 2026 📖 6 min read inspection

How Drones Are Transforming Infrastructure Inspection — And Saving Millions

From bridge assessments to wind turbine blade checks, drone inspections are cutting costs by up to 80% and reducing inspection timelines by 4x. Here's how industry leaders are doing it.

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📅 February 8, 2026 📖 5 min read photography

Drone Photography for Real Estate in 2026: What Works, What Doesn't, and How to Do It Right

Aerial imagery has earned a permanent place in real estate marketing and property inspection. Learn how professionals are using drones to accelerate sales, support valuations, and document assets.

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📅 January 7, 2026 📖 5 min read industry

After the FCC's DJI Ban: What It Means for the U.S. Drone Market in 2026

The FCC added DJI and Autel to its Covered List in late 2025, effectively banning new drone licensing from these Chinese manufacturers. What does this mean for operators, and who fills the gap?

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📅 January 6, 2026 📖 5 min read regulations

BVLOS Drone Flights Are Finally Here: What the FAA's Part 108 Means for Operators

The FAA's proposed Part 108 rule for Beyond Visual Line of Sight operations marks a pivotal moment for drone delivery, infrastructure inspection, and large-scale surveying.

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📅 January 5, 2026 📖 7 min read regulations

India Drone Regulations 2026: A Complete Guide for Pilots and Operators

From DGCA's DigitalSky platform to the Draft Civil Drone Bill 2025, here's everything you need to know about flying drones legally in India in 2026.

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📅 January 4, 2026 📖 6 min read defense

The U.S. Air Force's Drone Wingman Decision: What the CCA Program Means for Autonomous Combat Aviation

In 2026, the U.S. Air Force will decide which drone designs to produce for its Collaborative Combat Aircraft program. With Anduril and General Atomics competing, the outcome will define autonomous military aviation for a decade.

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📅 January 3, 2026 📖 6 min read industry

The Global Drone Market Is Hitting $52.65 Billion in 2026 — Here's What's Driving It

The global UAV market is projected to reach $52.65 billion in 2026 and grow to $209.91 billion by 2035. Discover the forces shaping this explosive growth across commercial and defense sectors.

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📅 February 1, 2026 📖 6 min read industry

The Drone Service Market Will Surpass $35 Billion in 2026 — BVLOS Is the Catalyst

A February 2026 ResearchAndMarkets report confirms drone services revenue will exceed $35.72 billion this year. BVLOS normalization, trade dynamics, and autonomous operations are driving an entirely new era of scale economics.

Read article
📅 January 28, 2026 📖 5 min read defense

China's Wing Loong X: The Combat Drone Built for Global Export Success

Unveiled at the Singapore Airshow in February 2026, China's Wing Loong X maritime combat drone is being positioned as a cost-competitive alternative to Western systems for dozens of nations. Analysts say this one has real export potential.

Read article
📅 January 26, 2026 📖 6 min read defense

Defense Drones in 2026: The $170 Billion Supercycle and India's Strategic Push

Global defense budgets are fueling an unprecedented boom in unmanned systems procurement. We examine the numbers, the key players, and India's growing ambition in the defense drone sector.

Read article
📅 January 25, 2026 📖 6 min read technology

AI-Powered Drones: How Autonomy Is Changing What Drones Can Do in 2026

From automated defect detection to AI-driven route planning, artificial intelligence is transforming commercial drone operations. We explore the key technologies and their real-world applications.

Read article
📅 January 12, 2026 📖 5 min read entertainment

Drone Light Shows Are Replacing Fireworks — Here's Why Cities and Brands Are Making the Switch

The global drone light show market reached $372 million in 2026, with 64% of large-scale events now shifting to drone-based visuals. Disney, Pittsburgh Pirates, and cities worldwide are leading the transition away from traditional fireworks.

Read article
📅 January 10, 2026 📖 5 min read logistics

Drone Delivery in 2026: From Proof of Concept to Real Logistics Infrastructure

With Zipline surpassing 2 million deliveries and Amazon Prime Air expanding, drone delivery is no longer experimental. We examine what's working, where it's scaling, and what's next.

Read article
📅 January 4, 2026 📖 6 min read agriculture

Agricultural Drones in India 2026: Precision Farming, Subsidies, and the Path to Scale

Indian farmers are using drones for crop spraying, mapping, and yield monitoring — with government subsidies making adoption more accessible than ever. Here's the current state of the market.

Read article
📅 December 30, 2025 📖 5 min read sport

FPV Drone Racing Is a $2 Billion Sport — And It's Just Getting Started

The global racing drone market reached $2.02 billion in 2026, driven by FPV leagues, esports integration, and a new generation of pilots. Here's what's fueling the growth and where the sport is headed.

Read article
📅 December 12, 2025 📖 6 min read inspection

How Drones Are Transforming Infrastructure Inspection — And Saving Millions

From bridge assessments to wind turbine blade checks, drone inspections are cutting costs by up to 80% and reducing inspection timelines by 4x. Here's how industry leaders are doing it.

Read article
📅 November 22, 2025 📖 5 min read photography

Drone Photography for Real Estate in 2026: What Works, What Doesn't, and How to Do It Right

Aerial imagery has earned a permanent place in real estate marketing and property inspection. Learn how professionals are using drones to accelerate sales, support valuations, and document assets.

Read article
📅 November 10, 2025 📖 5 min read industry

After the FCC's DJI Ban: What It Means for the U.S. Drone Market in 2026

The FCC added DJI and Autel to its Covered List in late 2025, effectively banning new drone licensing from these Chinese manufacturers. What does this mean for operators, and who fills the gap?

Read article
📅 October 30, 2025 📖 5 min read regulations

BVLOS Drone Flights Are Finally Here: What the FAA's Part 108 Means for Operators

The FAA's proposed Part 108 rule for Beyond Visual Line of Sight operations marks a pivotal moment for drone delivery, infrastructure inspection, and large-scale surveying.

Read article
📅 October 8, 2025 📖 7 min read regulations

India Drone Regulations 2026: A Complete Guide for Pilots and Operators

From DGCA's DigitalSky platform to the Draft Civil Drone Bill 2025, here's everything you need to know about flying drones legally in India in 2026.

Read article
📅 September 27, 2025 📖 6 min read defense

The U.S. Air Force's Drone Wingman Decision: What the CCA Program Means for Autonomous Combat Aviation

In 2026, the U.S. Air Force will decide which drone designs to produce for its Collaborative Combat Aircraft program. With Anduril and General Atomics competing, the outcome will define autonomous military aviation for a decade.

Read article
📅 September 20, 2025 📖 6 min read industry

The Global Drone Market Is Hitting $52.65 Billion in 2026 — Here's What's Driving It

The global UAV market is projected to reach $52.65 billion in 2026 and grow to $209.91 billion by 2035. Discover the forces shaping this explosive growth across commercial and defense sectors.

Read article