The Redmond Police Department has implemented a cutting-edge Drone As A First Responder (DFR) pilot program, utilizing a DJI Matrice 3D drone in a box to respond to 911 calls since April, reports KIRO 7. This innovative approach aims to…
China’s Ministry of State Security has issued a stark warning about the risks associated with drone use near sensitive locations. This move comes amid a growing number of incidents involving unauthorized aerial photography of military installations and other restricted areas,…
Subway is taking sandwich delivery to new heights this World UFO Day. On June 24, the fast-food giant will use drones to deliver footlong subs to select customers in four U.S. cities, blending fast food with cutting-edge tech. Drones to…
In a recent LinkedIn video, Florian Seibel, CEO of Germany-based Quantum-Systems, introduced his company’s family of Vertical Takeoff and Landing (VTOL) drones. These unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) are designed to operate on a common platform, offering versatility and ease of…
Axon and Skydio announced the launch of an end-to-end offering for drones in public safety, including a scalable Drone as First Responder (DFR) solution. This expanded alliance brings together Skydio’s leading drone technology with Axon’s comprehensive suite of products for…
Complaint Alleges Illegal Drone Flight During ALCS Game 4 A Texas man, Jason Carvell Banner, has been charged for flying an unmanned aircraft system (UAS) in restricted airspace surrounding Globe Life Field in Arlington on October 19, 2023. The incident…
60-Year-Old Faces Charges of Menacing and Weapon Possession On June 19, 2024, Joseph H. Dishaw, a 60-year-old man from Ogdensburg, NY, was arrested by State Police for menacing in the 2nd degree and criminal possession of a weapon in the…
Innovative Use of Drones in Reptile Conservation Forget Walmart drone deliveries; the latest use for drones might surprise you. Researchers are using drones to map the temperatures at which lizards thrive, a technique that could revolutionize our understanding of reptile…
A recent video and photo shared by the drone website SBDJI showcase what appears to be the next iteration of DJI’s popular Air series, potentially named the DJI Air 3S or DJI Air 4. Captured during a test flight in…
ESA and TU Delft Collaborate on Autonomous Spacecraft Control The European Space Agency’s (ESA) Advanced Concepts Team and the Micro Air Vehicle Laboratory (MAVLab) at Delft University of Technology (TU Delft) have joined forces to test neural-network-based AI control systems…
Skydio, a US-based drone manufacturer, has announced the formation of its National Security Advisory Board, featuring a group of experts in defense and military technology. The board aims to guide Skydio’s strategy and tactics in the rapidly growing defense sector.…
Northrop Grumman’s Extra-Large Underwater Vehicle Undergoes Testing A large, animal-like uncrewed underwater vehicle (UUV) known as the Manta Ray has been spotted maneuvering off the California coast in new footage captured during testing. The emergence of advanced sea drones is…