Latest and Upcoming Drones and Aerial Imaging Systems 2025–2026 The drone industry is soaring to new heights in 2025 and 2026. From palm-sized consumer quadcopters to industrial fixed-wing workhorses, the latest aerial imaging systems are more advanced than ever. Manufacturers are pushing boundaries in camera quality, flight time, autonomy, and specialized use-cases – all while…
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In May 2025, ANAC issued Resolution 319/2025 introducing RAAC Part 100, modernizing drone rules and adopting the Latin American Aeronautical Regulations (LAR) to replace Resolution 880/2019. Recreational drone pilots in Argentina may fly without a license, but must be at least 18 years old (16–17 may fly only under adult supervision). Recreational flights are limited…
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Poland has implemented the EU drone framework since 31 December 2020 under Commission Delegated Regulation (EU) 2019/945 and Implementing Regulation (EU) 2019/947, with the Civil Aviation Authority (ULC) enforcing it. EU drone operations are categorized into Open (low risk), Specific (medium risk), and Certified (high risk); Open drones must be under 25 kg and fly…
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Since 31 December 2020, Ireland follows EU drone rules (Regulations 2019/947 and 2019/945) enforced by the Irish Aviation Authority (IAA). Drones are categorized by risk as Open, Specific, and Certified, with Open and Specific covering most operations today. Operator registration is required for drones 250 g or heavier or any drone with a camera, costs…
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Drones in Sydney are regulated primarily by CASA nationwide under Part 101, with NSW state laws and local council bylaws adding extra restrictions. For recreational use, you don’t need a license or registration, but you must follow CASA safety rules including a maximum altitude of 120 meters, staying at least 30 meters from people, never…
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Norway adheres to EU drone rules since 2021, applying the Open, Specific, and Certified categories uniformly to recreational and commercial operations. In the Open category, drones must weigh under 25 kg, be kept in visual line of sight, and not exceed 120 meters above ground, with a possible exception to fly up to 15 meters…
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Greece implements the EU Drone Regulation 2019/947 and 2019/945, effective end of 2020, using Open, Specific, and Certified risk-based categories. The Open category allows drones under 25 kg to fly up to 120 meters and in visual line-of-sight with no prior authorization if the rules are followed. Registration is required for drones over 250 g…
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Since January 1, 2021, Portugal adopted EU drone regulations (EU 2019/947 and 2019/945) under EASA, introducing Open/Specific/Certified categories. The Open category applies to drones under 25 kg operated within visual line of sight up to 120 meters altitude, with subcategories A1, A2, and A3 defining proximity to people. Operations that exceed Open limits—such as heavier…
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In Q3 2025 the global drone market faces significant supply-chain pressure from component shortages, tariffs, and logistics delays, with China historically dominating motor, ESC, battery, flight controller, camera, sensor, propeller, and carbon-fiber airframe production. After China tightened dual-use drone component exports in late 2024, infrared sensor exports fell by 30% and prices tripled, while U.S.-bound…
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By 2021 Indonesia had four key drone regulations—Permenhub 34/2021, 63/2021, 37/2020, and 27/2021—covering airworthiness, operational rules, airspace procedures, and enforcement. Small drones (≤25 kg) can be used for recreational or commercial purposes without individual flight permits in some cases, but must follow CASR Part 107 rules, while large drones (>25 kg) require DGCA safety approval…
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