The arrival of new technology often stirs waves of excitement and concern. This summer, Worcester Police’s acquisition of a drone did just that. Since its launch in June, how often has the drone taken to the skies? And what are…
Grand Rapids, Michigan is gearing up to introduce Police drones this September. On Tuesday morning, August 22, the City Commission’s fiscal committee unanimously gave the nod for an approximately $100,000 purchase, accounting for eight DJI drones for law enforcement purposes.…
Sharks and beachgoers usually don’t mix well. Off Long Island’s coast, warmer waters have lured increasing numbers of bait fish, attracting sharks in pursuit. While great for marine ecology, it’s nerve-wracking for swimmers, surfers, and sunbathers. But at Jones Beach,…
In a significant development, Amazon’s ambitious drone delivery project, Prime Air, has seen the departure of two pivotal figures. Jim Mullin, the chief pilot, and Robert Dreer, in charge of all test operations, have left the program. This move comes…
In an unexpected twist at Rockaway Beach in New York, a 50-year-old woman faced a gruesome shark encounter Monday evening. Authorities have reported that the incident occurred near Beach 59th Street just before 6 p.m., marking this as the first…
In a bid to safeguard national security and interests, China declared on Monday that it would tighten controls on the export of drones and related equipment. The new regulations, effective from September 1, necessitate that vendors acquire permission before exporting…
In an interesting twist, Maryland law enforcement uses drones produced by Chinese drone maker DJI, which is not just on a U.S. investment blacklist but has also been barred in four states. As frequent readers of DroneXL will undoubtedly know,…
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…
In a recent incident that raised safety concerns at Pittsburgh International Airport, a rogue drone prompted a brief interruption of ground operations. The sudden appearance of this unauthorized drone triggered a precautionary halt to all ground movement, throwing a spanner…
U.S. Authorities are deploying Chinese-Made drones in vast numbers, igniting Senator Marco Rubio’s ire. According to the Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) documentation, state governments and local police departments across the east coast of the U.S. are acquiring and operating…
In an initiative backed by the Cattaraugus Region Community Foundation (CRCF), the city Police of Olean, New York will soon add a DJI drone to their arsenal. Mayor Bill Aiello expressed his surprise at the small size of the unarmed…
The West Grand Neighborhood Organization of Grand Rapids has called for a halt on the local Police department’s intention to acquire police drones. Despite endorsing the concept of drone usage by the police, the organization’s primary concern lies with the…
