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China Tightens Drone Regulations to Protect State Secrets
China’s Ministry of State Security has issued a stark warning about the risks associated with drone use near sensitive locations. This move comes amid a growing number of incidents involving unauthorized aerial photography of military installations and other restricted areas,…
Bipartisan Bill Aims to Extend Federal Counter-Drone Powers
Lawmakers Seek to Balance Security and Civil Liberties A bipartisan group of House lawmakers introduced a bill on Tuesday that would extend the federal government’s authority to counter threats posed by drones while also safeguarding the rights of responsible drone…
Joby Aviation Acquires Xwing’s Autonomy Division in Bold Move Towards Autonomous Flight
Joby Positions Itself at the Forefront of Aviation Autonomy In a significant development for the future of air travel, Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY) has announced the acquisition of the autonomy division of Xwing Inc., a leader in autonomous aviation technology.…
Drones Revolutionize Island-to-Mainland Delivery in China
In a groundbreaking development, a drone successfully transported 30 kg (66 lbs) of frozen large yellow croakers from Dachen Island to Taizhou Bay New Area Airport in east China’s Taizhou City on May 29. The 33 km (20.5 miles) journey,…
Eurofighter Damaged by Drone Collision at Bavarian Airport
Eurofighter Hits Drone on Landing A Eurofighter jet collided with a drone while landing at Manching Airport in Bavaria last week. The pilot didn’t notice the collision, but damage was found after landing. The drone incident, which did not compromise…
Russia Installs Anti-Drone Nets to Protect Key Infrastructure
Russia has begun installing anti-drone nets over critical infrastructure in Moscow. This move comes in response to a series of drone attacks that have penetrated deep into Russian territory. The photo shows a construction site with large metal poles and…
Drone Downed Near Moscow, Authorities Report
Russian Air Defence Units Act Quickly Russian air defense units shot down a drone near Moscow on Monday evening, according to Moscow Region Governor Andrei Vorobyov. Drone Fragments Hit Private House Vorobyov posted on Telegram that fragments from the drone…
Man Faces Jail for Flying Drone Over Hangout Fest: Here’s Why It’s Illegal
Arrest at Hangout Fest for Drone Flight A 25-year-old man from Foley, Alabama is facing jail time after flying his drone over Hangout Festival in Gulf Shores, violating local laws, reports AL.com. The arrest highlights the legal restrictions on drone…
Flying a Drone Near Arizona Wildfire? Think Again!
Wildcat Fire Rages On The Wildcat Fire, which started near Bartlett Lake in the Tonto National Forest on May 18, has burned over 14,000 acres. Currently, it’s 36% contained. Fire crews, engines, and helicopters are working tirelessly to control the…
UDOT Tests Vertiports for Drone Delivery and Air Taxis in Utah
The Utah Department of Transportation (UDOT) is leading the charge in drone delivery and air taxi innovation. With the help of Utah State University, UDOT has successfully launched the state’s first air taxi from a “vertiport.” What Is a Vertiport?…
Organ Transplant Agency in St. Louis Eyes Drones for Faster Blood Sample Transport
A St. Louis-based organ transplant agency is looking into using unmanned drones to transport blood samples and medical supplies faster and cheaper across the Midwest. Mid-America Transplant’s aim is reportedly to speed up the process of confirming organ donor eligibility…
Drone to Survey Snake River Levee in Jackson Hole
Jackson Hole residents recently witnessed a drone flight over the Snake River on Monday, May 20. This operation, conducted by Jackson Hole Fire/EMS and the Teton County Sheriff’s Office, aimed to assess the levee between Moose and Zenith, near Jackson…