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In response to a surge in drone sightings near airports, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) will begin a two-week drone-detection testing program in Cape May, New Jersey, starting April 14, 2025, according to a Reuters report. This initiative follows heightened public concern and incidents that have disrupted aviation safety, aiming to evaluate advanced detection technologies…
On April 7, 2025, Oregon’s Senate Judiciary Committee voted 5-1 to advance Senate Bill 238, a proposal to broaden police drone use for 911 calls, suspect pursuits, and search operations, according to OregonLive. The bill, now headed to the Senate floor, aims to align Oregon with states like California and New York, where law enforcement…
DJI Enterprise has announced a product launch event scheduled for April 16 at 8 a.m. EDT, where the drone manufacturer is expected to unveil new spotlight and speaker payloads for its commercial drone lineup. The event’s taglines, “Light Up The Night” and “Reach Loud and Clear,” strongly suggest enhanced illumination and communication capabilities designed for…
DJI collected five awards at last week's NAB Show 2025, demonstrating the company's growing influence beyond its drone origins. The Chinese tech giant's
Specialized drone teams have launched an intensive aerial search operation for 70-year-old Thomas Albe, who has been missing for nearly a week in the Englewood area. The vulnerable senior, who suffers from traumatic brain injury and dementia, was last seen on foot near East Fremont Avenue on April 4th, according to the Arapahoe County Sheriff’s…
The Bow Police Department in New Hampshire will soon add an advanced drone system to its public safety arsenal, a move approved by the town’s select board to address critical response time challenges. The $9,713 investment will come from surplus funds resulting from three vacant positions within the department, reports The Concord Monitor. Police Chief…
Saildrone, a pioneer in maritime autonomy, has successfully integrated Thales Australia’s BlueSentry thin-line towed array with their Surveyor vessel, creating a groundbreaking autonomous system for long-endurance undersea surveillance. The Office of Naval Research (ONR) funded project represents a significant advancement in persistent maritime domain awareness capabilities, particularly relevant
A2Z Drone Delivery has secured a significant advancement in drone infrastructure technology with the granting of U.S. Patent No. 12,258,153 B2 covering its portfolio of A2Z Air Docks. The patent, awarded on March 25, 2025, represents a crucial step toward enabling autonomous drone networks that can operate continuously across extensive geographical areas. Breaking the Battery…
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