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Sentera Adds TrueNDVI To DJI Phantom 4 Pro Drone

This Growing Season Will See The Most Advance Crop Scouting Ever, Company Says

Sentera has announced its ability to convert a DJI Phantom 4 Pro drone into a precision scouting tool that collects TrueNDVI crop health data, just in time for the 2017 growing season in the northern hemisphere. By integrating the ultra-lightweight, super-precise Sentera NDVI Single Sensor onto the Phantom 4 Pro platform, agronomists and growers realize a powerful asset for their operations. In a single flight, visual-band RGB, near-infrared (NIR) and normalized difference vegetation index (NDVI) data can be captured simultaneously, and then read immediately for instant insight and action.

Gulfstream G650 And G650ER Certified For Registration In China

Marks 26th Country Where The G650 Is Certified

The Gulfstream G650 and G650ER have received type certificate validation from the Civil Aviation Administration of China. The validation confirms the type certificate issued by the FAA and is one of the last steps required for an aircraft to be registered in a particular country.

Former AgustaWestland Executive To Lead XTI Aircraft Company

Had Been CEO Of AgustaWestland For Three Years

Robert J. LaBelle has joined XTI as its Chief Executive Officer. He comes to the company after three years as CEO of AgustaWestland North America. Prior to that he served as President of AgustaWestland Tiltrotor Company, Inc., the company supporting the development of the AW 609 Tiltrotor.

Disney Files Patent For Drone Detection System

Looks To Combat Those Trying To Get An Unauthorized Peek At Movie Sets And Construction Sites

The Walt Disney Company has filed a patent for a system designed to intercept drones that might by trying to get a look at their movie sets or construction on theme parks.

FAA Drone Advisory Committee Builds Consensus

Reviewed Three Draft Tasking Statements At January 31 Meeting

The Drone Advisory Committee (DAC) held its second meeting on January 31 in Reno, NV. The DAC is an RTCA Federal Advisory Committee comprised of executives who represent a wide array of stakeholders including: unmanned aircraft manufacturers and operators, traditional aviation groups, labor organizations, radio and navigation equipment manufacturers, airport operators, state and local government officials, and academia.

DJI, AMA Launch Joint Drone Safety And Training Program

Drone Maker And Model Aircraft Organization Expand Public Safety And Education Efforts

DJI and the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) are launching a joint program to promote safe and responsible drone operations, train public safety officers to use drones effectively, and support educational outreach efforts.