Haye Kesteloo

Haye Kesteloo is the Editor in Chief and Founder of DroneXL.co, where he covers all drone-related news, DJI rumors and writes drone reviews, and of EVXL.co, for all electric vehicle news. Haye can be reached at haye @ dronexl.co or @hayekesteloo.

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Behind the Scenes: Zipline's Drone Delivery Operations Unveiled

Amazon

Trump Administration Advances BVLOS and Section 2209 Drone Rules, Boosting U.S. Commercial Drone Industry

On May 14, 2025, the Trump Administration moved two pivotal drone regulations—Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) operations and Section 2209 critical infrastructure protections—to the White House for review, signaling a push to strengthen U.S. leadership in commercial drone technology. The Commercial Drone Alliance (CDA) applauded the decision, noting its potential to unlock safe, scalable…

Haye KestelooMay 14

Skydio

Skydio X10 Drone Crash in NYC: Battery Connector Failure Sparks Safety Concerns

On May 12, 2025, a Skydio X10 drone operated by the New York Police Department (NYPD) crashed and caught fire on the roof of the 71st Police Precinct in Brooklyn, raising questions about drone safety and reliability. According to a detailed LinkedIn post by Adam Bry, CEO of Skydio, the incident was traced to a…

Haye KestelooMay 14

FAA

Drone Used in Foiled ISIS Attack on U.S. Military Base Sparks Security Concerns

A 19-year-old former Michigan Army National Guard member, Ammar Abdulmajid-Mohamed Said, was arrested on May 13, 2025, for plotting a mass shooting at a U.S. military base in Warren, Michigan, using a drone for reconnaissance, according to a Justice Department press release. The incident raises critical questions about drone misuse and the need for enhanced…

Haye KestelooMay 14

NASA's UTM Research Paves Way for Commercial BVLOS Drone Operations

United States

University of Kentucky Tests Medical Drone Deliveries in Rural Appalachia

The University of Kentucky is pioneering a new approach to healthcare access by testing drone deliveries of medical supplies in rural Appalachia. This pilot study, a collaboration between the University’s Center of Excellence in Rural Health in Hazard, the USA Drone Port, and Kentucky Homeland, aims to address the challenges of delivering essential personal protective…

Haye KestelooMay 13

DJI

DJI Mavic 4 Pro’s Electronic ND Filter Delayed, Not Included in Creator Combo

DJI’s Mavic 4 Pro, a new flagship drone for aerial cinematographers, promised a groundbreaking electronic Neutral Density (eND) filter, but DJI Rumors disclose that it’s been removed from the Creator Combo and delayed due to technical issues. This snap-on accessory, designed to enhance exposure control, has sparked buzz among drone professionals and enthusiasts, despite its…

Haye KestelooMay 13

DJI

DJI Mavic 4 Pro: Most Leaked Drone Ever Released With Game-Changing Features

The DJI Mavic 4 Pro drone will go down in history as the most leaked DJI drone ever, with months of rumors, images, and specs flooding the internet (thank you, Jasper Ellens!) before its official debut on May 13, 2025. Now, with the dust settled, DJI has revealed a flagship drone that redefines aerial cinematography.…

Haye KestelooMay 13

EVTOL

Vertical Aerospace Announces Long-Range Hybrid VX4 Air-Taxi Program

On May 12, 2025, Vertical Aerospace announced it is developing a hybrid-electric variant of its VX4 air-taxi, aiming to dramatically expand range and payload capabilities for defense, logistics, and broader commercial markets. This marks a significant step for the electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) sector, as reported by Reuters and official company statements. Hybrid…

Haye KestelooMay 12

Search & Rescue

National Drone Training Event in Ogden Advances Public Safety Tactics

In Ogden, Utah, over 260 public safety professionals from across the U.S. convened for a weeklong drone training event starting May 5, 2025, hosted by the Weber County Sheriff’s Office and the Law Enforcement Drone Association (LEDA), reports the Standard-Examiner. This initiative underscores the growing role of drones in enhancing search and rescue, disaster response,…

Haye KestelooMay 11

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