Skyports Acquires Redbird Aero; Plans Australia Drone Ops

Skyports plans to launch heavy-lift deliveries with the Pelican Cargo from U.S. startup Pyka.  Credit: Skyports Drone Services

Skyports plans to launch heavy-lift deliveries with the Pelican Cargo from U.S. startup Pyka.

Credit: Skyports Drone Services
Skyports Drone Services has acquired Australian startup Redbird Aero, part of a plan to launch heavy-lift commercial drone operations in the country. Announced April 16, the combined entity will focus on using heavy-lift uncrewed aircraft to perform missions across Australia ranging from pipeline...
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