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Navy tests drone deployment from offshore patrol vessels

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September 14, 2026
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The trial, from 17 to 21 August, assessed two Australian-developed systems: the uncrewed maritime-logistics-focused Callisto 50 trial demonstrated autonomous launch and recovery from a moving ship, while the Arace Angel trialled airborne surveillance a…

Vilnius Airport Closed & NATO Fighter Jets Scrambled After Birds Mistaken For A Drone

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September 14, 2026
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Suspicious radar signatures triggered a national air alert, but later turned out to be a flock of birds.

CASA approves Sypaq for beyond visual line of sight

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September 10, 2026
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The approval recognises the maturity of flight operations and allows SYPAQ to independently authorise BVLOS activities across Australia, according to the company.

CASA approves Sypaq for beyond visual line of sight

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September 10, 2026
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The approval recognises the maturity of flight operations and allows SYPAQ to independently authorise BVLOS activities across Australia, according to the company.

San Diego Departures Cleared “At Their Own Risk” After Drone Grounds 400+ Flights

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September 6, 2026
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A stratospheric tower and a rogue drone converged over San Diego, scrambling travel plans and testing airport limits.

WA awards grant for drone detection research

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August 31, 2026
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The project is investigating how low-cost optical sensor networks can detect and track drones, and aims to reduce potential aerial threats to Australia’s Defence personnel, infrastructure and critical assets.

Moree police drone trial extended for 2 years

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August 31, 2026
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Launched in February, the POLAIR Remote program has seen two drones, operated from Bankstown Airport, participate in aerial surveillance in an effort to improve police response times. This is the first time Australian police have used drones in this way.

Explosives And Drone Found For 3rd Time This Month At Major German Airport

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August 26, 2026
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A small drone with military explosive was found in Kabelsketal stirring alarm over possible attacks on cargo hubs.

Explosives And Drone Found For 3rd Time This Month At Major German Airport

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August 26, 2026
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A small drone with military explosive was found in Kabelsketal stirring alarm over possible attacks on cargo hubs.

Army to field FPV strike drone team for Talisman Sabre 2027

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August 18, 2026
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The initiative is reportedly being led by Army’s 5th/7th Battalion, the Royal Australian Regiment, as a trial alongside other additional capabilities such as reconnaissance drones and unmanned ground vehicles.