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Drone Pilot Pleads Guilty, Date for the Air 3, FAA Federal Preemption, and 500 Drones to Crash
Welcome to your Weekly News Update. We have four stories for you this week. The first one involves a reckless drone pilot who has pleaded guilty. The second story previews a potentially exciting official event happening next week. Our third…
Drone Technology Takes Shark Observation to New Heights
In the era of skyrocketing drone usage, fresh insights into marine life, especially sharks, are surfacing. Joanna Steidle, a native of Southampton, New York, leverages drone technology to capture breathtaking footage of ocean dwellers, including sharks, humpbacks, and rays. Her…
DJI Air 3, Drone Maker’s Worst Kept Secret, Has European C1 Label
Anticipation is brimming for the rumored launch of the DJI Air 3 drone, and a recent sneak peek on YouTube only fuels the excitement. A quick clip reveals the drone, still not officially released, showcasing its European C1 label and…
Drone to the Rescue in Heart-Stopping Cornfield Search
In a remarkable display of modern technology’s role in law enforcement, a drone was instrumental in saving a man’s life in Sumner County, Tennessee. The Sumner County Sheriff’s Office employed the use of this aerial device when a routine welfare…
Is the FAA Killing the Hobby? — Remote ID Myths
Public Service Announcement for everyone in the drone community: If you’re watching a video from someone who claims to have found a way to beat the system but isn’t a lawyer, guess what? They won’t be posting your bail, and…
DJI Osmo Action 4 camera specifications and photos leaked
Igor Bogdanov (Quadro_News) has been on a tear for the last few weeks. After publishing tons of information about the yet-to-be-released DJI Air 3 drone, he just now shared the specs and following photos of a rumored new DJI Osmo…
DJI Air 3 Specs Compared to Mini 3 Pro, Air 2S, and Mavic 3 Pro drones
Yesterday, NGDrone shared this screenshot of what seems to be a sales guide or marketing material to promote the yet-to-be-released DJI Air 3 drone. In the material, the DJI Air 3 specs are compared to the DJI Mini 3 Pro,…
North Texas Alliance’s Tech Leap with Drones and Robotics
With a drive to turn Dallas County into a ‘smart county’, the North Texas Innovation Alliance (NTXIA) is fostering a collaborative ecosystem of public and private bodies to roll out tech advancements. Recently, NTXIA held a Drone & Robotics Demo…
NYPD’s Drones Sound the Alarm in Emergencies
The New York City Police Department (NYPD) has commenced trials for drones capable of broadcasting public safety alerts, particularly in times of emergencies. This initiative came into the spotlight on a rain-drenched Sunday, when New York’s emergency notification system flagged…
DJI Air 3 Buzz Takes Flight with DJI’s Teaser – Double Up, 7.25.23 | 9:00 AM (EDT)
DJI, the global leader in drone technology, dropped a hint-laden teaser video today, signaling the potential release of their highly anticipated DJI Air 3 drone. The video, capturing a drone enthusiast amidst a striking mountain sunset, seems to give away…
Drones Redefine Emergency Response in Northern Ontario
Drones are steadily becoming a crucial part of the toolkit for emergency services in Northern Ontario, promising safer and more efficient operations. The Greater Sudbury Police Services (GSPS) has been capitalizing on these benefits since 2020, and they’re eager to…
On the Forefront of Biodiversity Research: Drones and DNA
In the tranquil hours before dawn, the red lemurs at Zurich Zoo are awoken by a buzz of activity. A team of scientists assembles their equipment on the treetop walkways, focusing not on the animals or exotic plants but on…
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