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LAPD Expands Drone Use for Routine Emergency Calls in Pilot Program
On June 25, 2025, the Los Angeles Police Commission approved a new policy allowing the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) to deploy drones for routine emergency calls, marking a significant shift from their prior use in only high-risk scenarios like…
Chinese Drone Component Prices Surge, Impacting U.S. Market
Chinese regulations introduced in September 2024 have driven a sharp increase in drone component prices, reshaping the U.S. commercial drone market. According to Nikkei Asia, export permits for dual-use goods have caused a supply crunch, with infrared device prices tripling,…
FAA Tests Drone Detection Tech in New Mexico to Enhance Airspace Safety
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is advancing drone integration by testing cutting-edge detection technologies near Santa Teresa, New Mexico, from June 16-27, 2025. This initiative, the third in a series of off-airport evaluations, aims to ensure these systems can identify…
Insta360 Flow 2 – NEW Budget Gimbal with BIG Features
Good day, folks! Shawn here from Air Photography. Insta360 has just launched the brand-new Flow 2 budget gimbal, featuring numerous enhancements and upgrades over the original Flow. As you can see, it shares the same design and form factor as…
UDOT’s Drone-Powered Mission to Save Utah’s Red Canyon Arches
Picture this: two century-old arches, carved from southern Utah’s red rock, standing proud over State Route 12. These are the Red Canyon Arches, iconic gateways to what’s now Bryce Canyon National Park. Built in 1925, they’ve welcomed travelers for generations.…
DJI Drone Delays: Customs Holds Frustrate U.S. Pilots
A U.S. drone enthusiast’s struggle with a DJI Mavic 4 Pro replacement has exposed mounting customs challenges for DJI products entering the country, raising concerns for recreational pilots and professionals. In a recent YouTube video, Eric Thurber detailed how his…
DJI’s 2025 Security White Paper: A Game-Changer for Drone Users
Hi everyone, how are you doing? DJI recently released its 2025 Security White Paper, a comprehensive document spanning over 70 pages of technical and policy details. This paper directly challenges the narrative that DJI drones pose a national security risk.…
Man Faces Federal Charges for Attempted Police Drone Destruction in Missouri
On June 24, 2025, a Republic, Missouri, man was indicted for attempting to destroy a Greene County Sheriff’s Office drone, highlighting growing concerns over drone interference. Franklin E. Brownlee, 40, faces federal charges that could set a precedent for regulating…
Cannon-Fired Drones: China’s Sky Eye Blasts Warfare into the Future
China has just lobbed a metaphorical grenade into the world of military tech with their latest innovation: drones fired straight out of artillery cannons. Yes, you read that right—drones that get yeeted from a 155mm howitzer like a paper plane…
Cincinnati Police Deploy Expensive Skydio Drones to Enhance Public Safety by 2025
Cincinnati’s police department has launched a drone program featuring expensive Skydio drones to strengthen public safety and tackle rising crime, aiming to cover 90% of the city by the end of 2025. Announced on June 24, 2025, by Police Chief…
AeroVironment Stock Surges 21% After Strong Q4 Earnings and Strategic Acquisition
AeroVironment, a leading drone manufacturer, saw its stock soar 21.6% on Wednesday after reporting fourth-quarter earnings that exceeded analyst expectations, driven by robust demand for its uncrewed systems and a pivotal acquisition. The Arlington, Virginia-based company posted adjusted earnings of…
China’s Mars Drone Hunts For Life with a Claw!
Buckle up, drone squad! China’s Tianwen-3 mission is sending a drone to Mars, and it’s straight-up nuts. Slated for a 2028 launch, this beast will nab 500 grams of Martian dirt and rocks by 2031, chasing signs of ancient life.…
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