UAV News Talk – Drone News, eVTOLs, UAS Policy & Air Mobility
Max Trescott | Aviation News Talk NetworkUAV 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 ... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 447 | Founded | 13 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | LeisureTechnologyAviation | |||
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EAA AirVenture 2026’s new Vertical Lift Center will feature Joby Aviation, Beta Technologies, Wing, Zipline, and other drone and eVTOL innovators. Max Trescott and David Vanderhoof preview the aircraft, demonstrations, and companies bringing advanced... more
The FAA’s proposed framework for routine beyond-visual-line-of-sight drone operations moves closer to publication, raising a controversial question: Could some BVLOS drones receive presumptive right-of-way over crewed aircraft? Max Trescott and David... more
In episode 444 of UAV News Talk, Max Trescott and David Vanderhoof announce that the show is returning to a weekly schedule, then dive into a packed week of drone and eVTOL news.
Video of the Week: Max taxiing by the Archer Midnight during testing ... more
Max Trescott and David Vanderhoof open episode 443 with their Video of the Week. It's a remarkable Sacramento Sheriff’s Office video showing a drone carrying a magnet into a cluttered house to remove a knife from the hand of an apparently unconscious... more
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Great show, but I believe David has misunderstood the use of the Bell military drone. He mentioned magazines, but I think he understood this as paper entertainment publishments, when in fact they were referring to fully loaded ammo magazines for rifles. Ammo, water and MREs are exactly what a front-line force would need delivered in battle in very hostile areas.
Podcast Addict55 years agoLaserboy532Great niche source of unmanned aircraft news. Especially strong coverage of applications of small UAVs and FAA rules for UAVs. Light coverage of military and large UAVs, academic research, and adjacencies (eg, other autonomous systems, autopilots). They've also built a small community on Slack. It's only 30 minutes weekly, but since it's so niche I skip some episodes. I wish they branched out a bit more to get a bit more variety, but for what they specialize in they're fantastic.
Podcast Addict55 years agoError9312- There’s more to drones than DJI
I started listening to UAV Digest shortly after buying a Mavic 2 Pro. Although I was aware the world of UAV was much deeper than consumer drones, I didn’t know how much. Thanks to Max and David, my outlook on the potential of this industry has grown. Their show is very informative and well produced. I look forward to downloading it every Friday. Thanks guys!
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United States7 years ago - Great Listen!!!
Thank you for your weekly shows!! I look forward to listening to you guys on my drive to work!!!
Apple Podcasts5PilotwithoutaplaneUnited States8 years ago - Great industry and hobby news
Great industry and hobby news
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Apple Podcasts | #41 | United States/Leisure/Aviation |
Apple Podcasts | #47 |  Canada/Leisure/Aviation |
Apple Podcasts | #97 |  United Kingdom/Leisure/Aviation |
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A concise, industry-focused show covering drone news, policy, regulations, and emerging air mobility technology. Episodes frequently discuss eVTOLs, BVLOS and FAA rules, drone delivery, and the evolving regulatory landscape, often featuring in-depth conversations with engineers, policymakers, and industry insiders. The format tends to mix timely news with expert perspectives and real-world use cases, making it a practical resource for pilots, developers, and decision-makers exploring commercial drone applications or aviation technology trends. A notable strength is the breadth of coverage—from safety and regulation to cutting-edge mobility tech and defense applications—paired with accessible, expert hosts.
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