By: Colonel (ret) Bernie Derbach, KR Droneworks Academy, 24 Sep 26 Navigational literacy is often what separates an entry-level hobbyist from a professional Remotely Piloted Aircraft System (RPAS) operator. Modern multi-rotors feel remarkably autonomous: an operator engages the motors, the global positioning system locks, and the aircraft holds position against stiff gusts. Underneath the automated flight controller, however, the drone constantly resolves discrepancies betwee

By: Colonel (ret) Bernie Derbach, KR Droneworks Academy, 07 June 26 The commercial and defense drone landscapes are undergoing an aggressive transition from early-stage testing to permanent infrastructure integration. Globally, the thematic focus this week centers on massive scalability, heavily tightened security perimeters, and regulatory enforcement. Global View The Rise of DaaS: The "Drones as a Service" (DaaS) operational model is seeing unprecedented enterprise adoption

By: Colonel (ret) Bernie Derbach, KR Droneworks Academy, 24 May 26 The final week of May 2026 has been a watershed moment for the drone industry, defined by a sharp pivot toward "sovereign technology" and the formal integration of unmanned systems into critical national infrastructure. From the frontlines of Eastern Europe to the legislative halls of Ontario, the "Drone Universe" is no longer just about flight—it’s about data security and strategic autonomy. Global: The Asymm

By Colonel (ret) Bernie Derbach, KR Droneworks Academy, 25 April 26 As America celebrates FAA Drone Safety Day, the industry is at a historic crossroads. The shift from Part 107 to the new Part 108 is not just a change in rules; it is a total reimagining of how to use the sky. Here is a comprehensive guide to the Part 108 era—what it is, what has changed, and how to get "108 Ready" today. What is FAA Part 108? If Part 107 (introduced in 2016) was the foundation for commercial