Can American drone technology compete with DJI? In this episode of UAV News Talk , Max Trescott and David Vanderhoof talk with Mike Horton , CEO and co-founder of HYFIX Spatial Intelligence , about the chips, sensors, software, and positioning technology that may determine the future of the American drone industry. Mike begins by explaining the basic electronic building blocks inside a modern drone. Even a simple drone needs a flight controller, motors, a battery, and a radio link. Most commerci

In UAV News Talk #441 , Max Trescott and David Vanderhoof cover the latest developments in drone delivery, defense drones, counter-drone systems, drone safety, police UAS operations, and eVTOL aircraft. The episode mixes major industry news with public-safety stories and a memorable animal-rescue ending. The show opens with a lighthearted discussion about aviation companies with Chinese ownership, including Cirrus and Diamond, before turning to the week’s drone stories. The show's Video of the W

In NTSB News Talk #32, Max Trescott and Rob Mark examine two major new aviation accidents, a dramatic United 767 light pole strike at Newark, and several newly released NTSB final reports that highlight familiar accident themes: unstable approaches, low-altitude decision-making, maintenance neglect, traffic-pattern workload, weather surprises, visual illusions, and delayed instructor intervention. Brought to you by AVEMCO aircraft insurance. Support Rob and Max by making a donation at Patreon.co

Max Trescott and David Vanderhoof cover a packed week of drone and eVTOL news, starting with Eve Air Mobility’s latest hover and low-speed flight testing. They discuss how Eve’s Embraer connection and fixed-lift-rotor design differ from Archer and Joby, and why eVTOL certification, infrastructure, and public acceptance may be harder than the aircraft technology itself. The episode also looks at Archer and Joby’s plans to begin commercial air taxi operations, including the challenge of moving fro