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UAV News Talk – Drone News, eVTOLs, UAS Policy & Air Mobility

Max Trescott | Aviation News Talk Network

UAV News Talk, formerly The UAV Digest, is your go-to source for drone, UAV, UAS, and eVTOL news. We cover the latest developments in drone regulations, pilot certification, emerging tech, advanced air mobility (AAM), and real-world use cases across industries. Whether you’re a drone pilot, developer, policy maker, or just an aviation enthusiast, you’ll find something in every episode to keep you informed and ahead of the curve. We talk about both commercial and military applications from all

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23:40

Ukraine to Build Drones for the U.S., and Hobby Drone...

UAV News Talk – Drone News, eVTOLs, UAS Policy & Air... ·

2025/10/30

Max Trescott and David Vanderhoof tackle an unexpected reversal in global drone production and a growing crisis for the hobbyist drone community. The show opens with a headline few would have predicted a decade ago: Ukraine negotiating to produce drones for the U.S. military.David explains that after years of battlefield innovation, Ukrainian engineers have become world leaders in low-cost first-person-view (FPV) and kamikaze drone design. The proposal, reported by The War Zone, envisions a

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29:16

Germany’s Drone Crackdown, Sikorsky’s Autonomous...

UAV News Talk – Drone News, eVTOLs, UAS Policy & Air... ·

2025/10/25

Episode 436 of UAV News Talk dives into global security, emerging automation, and the effects of Washington’s budget stalemate on the future of flight. Hosts Max Trescott and David Vanderhoof examine how nations, defense contractors, and innovators are redefining drone policy and autonomy at the same moment that the FAA’s own progress is slowed by the ongoing government shutdown.Germany authorizes police to counter rogue dronesThe show opens with the news that Germany has approved new counter-UAS

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30:49

FAA eVTOL Approvals, Drone-in-a-Box Tech, HALE Solar...

UAV News Talk – Drone News, eVTOLs, UAS Policy & Air... ·

2025/09/13

Max talks with David Vanderhoof in Episode 435 of UAV News Talk about an especially busy week in drone, eVTOL, and military UAV news. The episode covers new FAA certifications, autonomous launch systems, solar-powered endurance flights, Chinese technology in Africa, U.S. counter-drone readiness, and even a domestic security case involving explosives and drones. Together, these stories paint a vivid picture of how fast the unmanned aviation sector is evolving — and where the biggest opportunities and

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25:51

Joby Buys Blade, China’s 2-Ton eVTOL, FAA...

UAV News Talk – Drone News, eVTOLs, UAS Policy & Air... ·

2025/08/25

Max and David reunite for UAV News Talk episode 434, bringing listeners a wide-ranging discussion on the latest UAV, eVTOL, and rotorcraft developments.FAA Advisory Circular on Powered-LiftThey start with the FAA’s release of AC 21-17-4, the long-awaited certification guidance for powered-lift aircraft. Max explains how this 64-page document emphasizes performance-based outcomes rather than prescriptive design rules. Much of the content resides in Appendix A, covering equipment from cockpit voice

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28:20

BVLOS Rules, School Safety Drones, Mars Helicopters &...

UAV News Talk – Drone News, eVTOLs, UAS Policy & Air... ·

2025/08/10

BVLOS rules, school safety drones, NASA’s Mars helicopters, and Michigan’s 40-mile drone research skyway take center stage in UAV News Talk episode 433, hosted by Max Trescott and David Vanderhoof. The discussion begins with the newly introduced LIFT Act—short for Leading Innovation in Flight Technology Act—proposed by Representative Jen Kiggans of Virginia on July 24, 2025. The bill would compel the Department of Transportation to accelerate FAA rulemaking for Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS)

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29:08

Drone Fireworks, Police UAVs, and a Black Hawk Crash...

UAV News Talk – Drone News, eVTOLs, UAS Policy & Air... ·

2025/07/24

In Episode 432 of UAV News Talk, Max Trescott and David Vanderhoof explore the evolving role of drones in public events, law enforcement, and emergency response—highlighting both their growing utility and the risks of poor coordination. Titled "Drone Fireworks, Police UAVs, and a Black Hawk Crash in Texas," this episode covers breaking drone news from California and Texas, trends in UAV policing, and innovations in helicopter autonomy from Sikorsky and Skyryse.The episode opens with Max sharing a

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45:12

Drone Delivery Test: Max Trescott Reviews Matternet’s...

UAV News Talk – Drone News, eVTOLs, UAS Policy & Air... ·

2025/07/02

Max Trescott and David Vanderhoof dive into the future of drone delivery in Episode 431 of UAV News Talk. Max shares his firsthand experience receiving multiple packages via drone as part of a pilot program from Matternet, a Mountain View, California-based drone logistics company. After visiting Matternet’s headquarters and observing the behind-the-scenes operations, Max witnessed the packaging, pre-flight procedures, and live flight operations, including the dispatch and precise delivery of

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29:02

430 DJI Drone Ban, Battery Fires, and Beta Alia’s...

UAV News Talk – Drone News, eVTOLs, UAS Policy & Air... ·

2025/06/16

In episode 430 of UAV News Talk, Max Trescott and David Vanderhoof return from vacation with urgent news and safety concerns in the drone industry. The episode opens with a major headline: the DJI Mavic 4 Pro is not available in the United States. Although the drone boasts high-end specs—including a 6K camera and improved flight performance—it’s currently unavailable in the U.S. due to concerns about data security and alleged ties between DJI and the Chinese government.The ban stems from a

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29:42

429 The UAV Digest Relaunch: eVTOLs, Drones, and the...

UAV News Talk – Drone News, eVTOLs, UAS Policy & Air... ·

2025/05/29

Episode 429 marks a major milestone for the podcast formerly known asThe UAV Digest, soon to be relaunched asUAV News Talk. Max Flight and David Vanderhoof return to the mic after a long hiatus to introduce new co-hostMax Trescott, known for his work on theAviation News Talkpodcast and expertise in both fixed-wing and helicopter flying.The episode opens with a nostalgic look back to 2013, when Max Flight and David launched the show to cover the then-emerging drone landscape without overwhelming

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29:42

429 The UAV Digest Relaunch: eVTOLs, Drones, and the...

UAV News Talk – Drone News, eVTOLs, UAS Policy & Air... ·

2025/05/21

Episode 429 marks a major milestone for the podcast formerly known as The UAV Digest, soon to be relaunched as UAV News Talk. Max Flight and David Vanderhoof return to the mic after a long hiatus to introduce new co-host Max Trescott, known for his work on the Aviation News Talk podcast and expertise in both fixed-wing and helicopter flying.The episode opens with a nostalgic look back to 2013, when Max Flight and David launched the show to cover the then-emerging drone landscape without

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428 We’re Coming Back and We need Your Feedback to...

UAV News Talk – Drone News, eVTOLs, UAS Policy & Air... ·

2025/04/30

If you've been a longtime listener, you know it's been a while — actually, a couple of years — since our last episode. But the good news is: The UAV Digest is coming back!Since we last released an episode, the world of drones, UAVs, and advanced air mobility has evolved dramatically. And with so many exciting developments in technology, regulations, and industry trends, we want to make sure that the new version of the show stays in step with what matters most to you. When we return, the show

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427 Drone Safety Day 2023

UAV News Talk – Drone News, eVTOLs, UAS Policy & Air... ·

2023/04/14

Drone Safety Day, shape-changing drone, jump-start your car, Florida bans DJI, sUAS decision-making, avoiding collisions, adding VTOL to fixed-wing, farmers save water, land a drone in Red Square.

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32:16

426 ADS-B Spoofing

UAV News Talk – Drone News, eVTOLs, UAS Policy & Air... ·

2023/03/31

Detecting ADS-B spoofing, racing drone munitions, aerial tanking drones, self-flying F-16s, Condor heavy-lift UAV, light tactical UAS, Archer and United air taxi service in Chicago.

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32:36

425 Drone Delivery Network

UAV News Talk – Drone News, eVTOLs, UAS Policy & Air... ·

2023/03/24

A drone delivery network, using drones to intercept aircraft, DJI drops AeroScope, DJI security risks, cardboard drones, plans for 1,000 loyal wingmen drones, new Zipline aircraft, Russian Su-27 fighter jets intercept a U.S. MQ-9 Reaper.

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27:58

424 Personal eVTOL

UAV News Talk – Drone News, eVTOLs, UAS Policy & Air... ·

2023/03/04

Another personal eVTOL, cops flying BVLOS, military drones with facial recognition, a lethal drone designed in Australia, the Lilium Jet eVTOL, moving air quietly.

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28:36

423 Ameriflight Cargo Drones

UAV News Talk – Drone News, eVTOLs, UAS Policy & Air... ·

2023/02/25

Ameriflight cargo drones from Saberwing and Natilus, autonomous wind turbine inspections, American Security Drone Act, hydrogen-powered octocopter, Green and Blue UAS.

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26:19

422 Global Drone Market

UAV News Talk – Drone News, eVTOLs, UAS Policy & Air... ·

2023/02/17

Global drone market report, aircraft control with AI, slow start to Amazon drone deliveries, drones disrupt flight operations, testing service for microgravity research.

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35:42

421 Cargo Drone

UAV News Talk – Drone News, eVTOLs, UAS Policy & Air... ·

2023/02/04

An autonomous blended-wing cargo drone and a smaller electric cargo drone, Eaglet takes flight, taser drones at public schools, GAO recommendations for FAA strategy, the Dronut, two MQ-9 Reapers for a Dollar, BVLOS inspection solution.

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30:45

420 Toroidal Propellers

UAV News Talk – Drone News, eVTOLs, UAS Policy & Air... ·

2023/01/27

Toroidal propellers reduce multirotor noise, layoffs at Prime Air, Valkyrie drones for the Marines, advanced air mobility in Utah, mapping with a collision-tolerant drone, cargo drone carries 100 pounds 600 miles.

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28:13

419 Collecting Environmental DNA with a Drone

UAV News Talk – Drone News, eVTOLs, UAS Policy & Air... ·

2023/01/20

Autonomous drone collects environmental DNA, measuring flapping performance, outlawing flight over prisons, flying drugs into the U.S., ex-drone manager sues Amazon.

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