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State Police Drones Prove Critical in Battle Against Hudson Valley Wildfire
New York State Police drones continue to play a vital role in the ongoing battle against the Jennings Creek wildfire, which has now consumed 5,300 acres along the New York-New Jersey border. The fire, which initially challenged responders with only…
DJI O4 Air Unit Leaked: Standard and Pro Versions Revealed in Technical Documents
A leaked technical document has revealed DJI’s plans for two versions of their next-generation FPV system – the DJI O4 Air Unit and DJI O4 Air Unit Pro. The documents, which appear to be design schematics in a manual, showcase…
Innovative Drone Research Unlocks Secrets of Arctic Climate Change
Scientists are using meteorological drones to study how black volcanic dust affects climate change and weather patterns in Iceland. This groundbreaking research, reported by Euronews, is helping researchers better understand the impact of high-latitude dust (HLD) on cloud formation and…
Drones Prove Highly Effective at Deterring Grizzly Bears in Montana, Study Shows
Wildlife experts have found a surprising new use for drones – scaring away grizzly bears from human settlements and livestock. In Montana, research shows drones are outperforming traditional hazing methods, with a remarkable 91% success rate in keeping bears away…
Political Turmoil Threatens €153M German Drone Package for Ukraine
In a significant development that could impact Ukraine’s military capabilities, Germany’s recent government coalition collapse is threatening to delay a crucial €153 million ($166 million) reconnaissance drone package, according to Der Spiegel. The Drone Deal at Stake The proposed package…
EU Investigates Chinese Military Drone Production for Russia’s Ukraine War
A senior EU official revealed that intelligence reports indicate a China-based company is manufacturing military drones destined for Russia’s war effort in Ukraine, according to POLITICO. Secret Factory Operations Under Scrutiny The unnamed EU official stated, “We have had reports…
Drone Ban Update, Skydio Buys GoPro Patents, DJI Enterprise Leak
Welcome to Weekly UAS News Update! We have three stories for you this week: a Chinese drone ban update, Skydio buys a whole bunch of GoPro patents, and lastly, a DJI Enterprise prototype that leaked after a crash. Let’s get…
Chinese eVTOL Leader EHang Secures $22M Investment to Advance Urban Air Mobility
EHang Holdings Limited, the world’s leading Urban Air Mobility (UAM) technology platform company, has secured a strategic investment of over $22 million from two key investors. Key Investment Details Zhuhai Enpower Electric, a leading Chinese new energy vehicle power systems…
Police Drone Training Leads to Arrest of Wanted Woman in Ohio Woods
A routine thermal flight training exercise with a police drone led to the unexpected discovery and arrest of a wanted woman in Bowling Green, Ohio, according to the Sentinel Tribune. Thermal Drone Training Reveals Hidden Campsite During a training session…
NYSEG and RG&E Deploy Drones for Critical Winter Power Line Inspections
NYSEG and RG&E are ramping up their drone inspection program to evaluate thousands of miles of power transmission lines as winter approaches in New York state. The utility companies demonstrated their advanced aerial inspection capabilities on Thursday, showcasing how drones…
Drones Help NY State Buildings Meet Climate Goals Through Energy Analysis
Syracuse University’s Center of Excellence (CoE) is pioneering innovative drone-based techniques to assess building energy efficiency across New York state, according to a report from The Daily Orange. Drone Technology for Building Assessment SUNY ESF professors Shayan Mirzabeigi and Paul…
Drone Disrupts Protected Bird Colony, Forces Mass Exodus from California Park
A reckless drone incident scattered a large colony of protected white-tailed kites from their winter roost at Meadow Park in San Luis Obispo, California, according to The Tribune. Drone Incident Causes Immediate Impact On October 24, a drone flew directly…
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