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Drone Pilot Jailed After Near-Miss with Aircraft at Aberdeen Airport
A drone pilot in Aberdeen, in the United Kingdom, has reportedly been jailed for endangering aircraft by flying his drone dangerously close to planes and helicopters near Aberdeen International Airport. Scott Finnie’s reckless actions breached strict no-fly zone regulations, risking…
Axon Set to Acquire Dedrone, Boosting Drone Solutions for Public Safety
A Strategic Merger for Advanced Drone Security In a significant move within the public safety technology industry, Axon, known for its extensive work in law enforcement technology, has announced a definitive agreement to acquire Dedrone, a leader in airspace security.…
Revolutionizing Drone Technology: The Endless Flight of the “Vampire Drone”
The Rise of the Autonomous, Forever-Flying Drone Engineers from the University of Southern Denmark have unveiled a groundbreaking “vampire drone” capable of flying indefinitely by harnessing electricity directly from power lines. This innovative drone, equipped with a unique docking mechanism,…
Reckless Drone Pilot Arrested for Endangering Passenger Plane in China
In late April 2024, a young man from Zhongshan, Guangdong Province, China, was reportedly arrested for illegally flying a modified DJI drone dangerously close to a passenger plane. The incident occurred above the G94 highway, where the drone pilot brazenly…
Philly Drone Life: A Sky-High Legal Battle Over Reckless Flying
The U.S. Government vs. Philly Drone Life The case of Michael DiCiurcio, a South Philadelphia drone enthusiast known as Philly Drone Life, has once again taken flight in the spotlight. Earlier this year, the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Eastern…
International Drone Conference at Griffiss Paves the Way for Future Airspace Integration
Drones Take Center Stage at Griffiss International Airport At the start of June, Rome, New York will become a hotspot for drone enthusiasts and industry leaders as they gather at Griffiss International Airport to set new standards for uncrewed aircraft…
MightyFly Achieves FAA Flight Corridor Approval for Autonomous Cargo eVTOL Testing
Breaking New Ground in Autonomous Aerial Logistics MightyFly, a pioneering company in the autonomous cargo aircraft sector, has reached a significant milestone as the first large autonomous cargo eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) company to secure an FAA flight…
Drones Pose Challenges to Airport Safety and Security
Unauthorized drones near airports have become a significant concern for aviation safety and security. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) prohibits these flights due to the risks they pose to other aircraft and their potential to disrupt air traffic control. Local…
Anzu Robotics Takes Flight: New Player in Drone Industry
In a significant development for the drone industry, Randall Warnas, former CEO of Autel Robotics USA, has launched a new company called Anzu Robotics. The company aims to provide high-quality, non-Chinese manufactured drones to markets facing geopolitical concerns and restrictions…
Drones Crucial in Battle Against Coconut Rhinoceros Beetles on Maui
In an ongoing multi-agency effort, drones are playing a critical role in the treatment, inspection, and surveillance of coconut rhinoceros beetles (CRB) on Maui. Despite the initial detection of 17 live CRB larvae in a single palm tree in Kīhei…
Drones Attack Myanmar’s Military-Ruled Capital
In a bold move, Myanmar’s opposition group, the National Unity Government (NUG), claimed responsibility for a rare mass drone attack on the military junta’s heavily guarded capital, Nay Pyi Taw. The attack targeted the airport, air force base, and army…
Robot Coyote Deployed to Prevent Bird Strikes at Alaska Airport
In an effort to enhance safety and reduce the risk of bird strikes, the Alaska Department of Transportation and Public Facilities has introduced a new robot named Aurora to patrol the Fairbanks airport. The robot, roughly the size of a…