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Autel’s Drone Controversy: A Question of Intent and Use
Contradictory Images Spark Debate Over Drone Usage Recently, we reported that official retail photos of the Autel Titan Heavy Lift Drone equipped with a grenade release system, had surfaced, leading to a contentious debate. These images, first appearing on OBD…
Japan Supports Ukraine with Funds Against Drone Strikes
Kamikawa Announces Financial Aid in Kyiv Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa, in an unexpected visit to Kyiv, sought shelter in a bomb shelter during an air alert. She announced substantial Japanese support to help Ukraine combat Russian drone strikes, pledging…
2024 Drone Feature Wish List and Predictions
What can we expect to see in the world of drones over the next year? Are we going to continue to see incremental features added to current models, or will we finally be introduced to something this year that will…
DJI Air 3: why 3x compression is important for your aerial shots and footage
Good day, folks! Shawn here from Air Photography. Just a quick little video today, and we’re going to be talking about the 3x camera on the DJI Air 3 drone. 3x Compression with the DJI Air 3 Drone I’ve had…
Thermal Drone Locates Missing Dog in Bedfordshire
Innovative Rescue Operation In a heartwarming display of technology aiding in animal rescue, a thermal drone successfully located Ulysse, a missing Hungarian wire-haired vizsla, in Bedfordshire, in the United Kingdom. The Disappearance Ulysse vanished on December 20 during a walk…
Innovative Drone Technology Aids in Scottsdale Gallery Burglary Arrest
In a remarkable use of technology, Scottsdale Police swiftly apprehended a burglary suspect at the American Fine Art gallery, thanks to a police drone.
Russia to Ramp Up Drone Production Amid Ongoing Conflict
Russia has set an ambitious target to produce over 32,000 drones annually by 2030, a significant increase from current levels. This plan was revealed by First Deputy Prime Minister Andrei Belousov, who mentioned that domestic producers are expected to cover 70% of this market.
Berlin Launches Revolutionary Drone Delivery Service for Healthcare
Matternet, a leading urban drone delivery platform developer, has received authorization from Germany’s Federal Aviation Office to operate its M2 drone delivery system in Berlin, Germany, marking the city’s first-ever beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone delivery network.
Drones: A Lifesaving Tool in Search and Rescue Operations
The Butte County sheriff’s search-and-rescue team, for instance, exemplified the effectiveness of this technology by swiftly locating a man stranded in his pickup during a flood, just days after acquiring their first drone.
Dramatic Police Chase Ends in Dallas County with Drone-Assisted Arrests
In a dramatic turn of events, Dallas County police successfully apprehended three suspects after a high-speed chase that spanned 30 miles and culminated in a tense standoff. Two of the men, hailing from Arkadelphia, are now in custody at the Dallas County Jail.
Drone Technology Aids Cibolo Police in Capturing Suspected Burglar
In a remarkable demonstration of modern policing, the Cibolo Police Department in Texas used drone technology to apprehend a suspected vehicle burglar on New Year’s Eve. This arrest is a notable example of how technology is revolutionizing law enforcement tactics.
San Antonio’s Darkhive Inc. Secures $100 Million Federal Contract for Drone Development
Darkhive Inc., a San Antonio-based startup specializing in drone technology, has received a significant boost with a substantial increase in its federal government contract. The Phase III SBIR contract with AFWERX Autonomy Prime, initially valued at about $5 million, has been raised to a staggering $100 million, extending the ordering period from three to five years.
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