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Airspace Breach by Drone Diverts Flight to Dominican Republic

A recent airspace invasion by a drone led to the rerouting of an Iberia flight, initially destined for Puerto Rico, to the Dominican Republic.

Haye KestelooJan 4

Florida

Drone-Helicopter Collision in Florida Prompts Safety Concerns

A Close Call Above Daytona Beach In a startling incident over Daytona Beach, Florida, a commercial helicopter collided with a drone, narrowly averting a potential disaster. The drone incident, which reportedly took place around 2 p.m. on Saturday above the Daytona Beach Flea Market, has raised serious questions about drone safety and airspace regulation. Details…

Haye KestelooDec 31

Five years ago, the UK’s Gatwick Airport, bustling with holiday travelers, faced an unprecedented disruption. On the evening of December 19, 2018, all flights were grounded due to a drone sighting near the runway.

Drone Incidents

Revisiting the Gatwick Drone Chaos: Lessons Learned and Future Threats

Five years ago, the UK’s Gatwick Airport, bustling with holiday travelers, faced an unprecedented drone disruption. On the evening of December 19

Haye KestelooDec 20

Ukraine

Russia Scrambles for Drone Defense Amid Escalating Aerial Threats

Russia once bolstering its military capabilities with imported Iranian Shahed 136 drones pivots to reinforce its defenses against Ukrainian drone

Haye KestelooDec 13

Canada

BA Boeing 787 Dreamliner Close Call: Was It Really a Drone?

In a startling incident above Windsor, a British Airways jet narrowly avoided what appeared to be a drone, sparking concerns over airspace safety.

Haye KestelooDec 7

Technology

Aerial Recklessness: Laguna Beach Man’s Drone Antics Lead to Probation Sentence

In a follow-up to the previously reported case that highlights the dangers of irresponsible drone usage, Alexander Milinovic, a Laguna Beach

Haye KestelooNov 28

Airport

Drones Make Waves at Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport in France

Photographers gathered in anticipation on the morning of October 12. In a remarkable scene, a drone flew prominently, with an airplane taking off

Haye KestelooOct 21

DJI

Drone Enthusiast Fined for Dangerous Flights Near Major Event and Airport

a drone hobbyist in the United Kingdom was slapped with a hefty fine after recklessly piloting his device in restricted areas. Daniel Cesare, 36, faced

Haye KestelooAug 28

Airport

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