As we reported recently, a new push to ban DJI drones is underway in the US Senate. This latest attempt comes after a previous proposal to outlaw the Chinese-made unmanned aircraft was dropped from the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA),…
French authorities have turned to drone technology to help secure the country’s vast railway network following a series of coordinated sabotage attacks that disrupted train services on the eve of the Paris Olympics opening ceremony, reports The NY Times. The…
The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) in Maryland has reached a significant milestone with its drone program, completing its 1,000th flight. This achievement comes as police officials tout the program’s effectiveness in law enforcement operations. Drone Program’s Impact on Policing…
The South San Joaquin County Fire Authority (SSJCFA) in California has added a new tool to its water rescue arsenal – a waterproof drone capable of landing on and taking off from water. According to Tracy Press, this cutting-edge technology…
Zeitview (formerly DroneBase) a leader in automated inspection solutions for energy and infrastructure, has acquired substantially all assets of Clearsight, a company specializing in transmission, distribution, and substation inspections using integrated AI and analytics. This acquisition significantly bolsters Zeitview’s position…
ACSL, Inc. has announced significant developments in their drone technology lineup, including a new smart controller and improvements to their flagship SOTEN drone. According to a press release from the company, these advancements aim to enhance efficiency and performance for…
AVSS announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has approved the first Category 2 drone for operations over people. This landmark decision allows commercial operators of the DJI Dock 2 equipped with the AVSS drone parachute to fly over people…
According to recent FCC filings, DJI is developing a new drone called the DJI Neo. This compact unmanned aircraft could potentially revolutionize the consumer and first responder drone market with its pocket-sized design and unique features. DJI Neo Key Specifications…
The ongoing debate surrounding Chinese-made drones in the U.S. has taken a new turn. According to a tweet by Scott Shtofman, a bipartisan amendment has been submitted to include the Countering CCP Drones Act in the Senate’s version of the…
Canada’s 2-1 victory over New Zealand in their Olympic soccer opener has been overshadowed by a drone spying scandal that goes far beyond a single incident. The scandal erupted when New Zealand lodged a formal complaint to the IOC, alleging…
DJI Testers in Action: New Drone Models Spotted OsitaLV, a once prominent DJI insider who has recently lost the top spot as DJI leaker to Igor Bogdanov, shared a video clip on Twitter featuring DJI testers working with at least…
In a significant escalation of tensions, Romania has confirmed that Russian drones entered its airspace during a recent attack on Ukraine, according to Politico. This incident marks a concerning development as it involves Russian military equipment penetrating NATO airspace. Overnight…