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. Also on LinkedIn, Muck Rack, Instagram and YouTube.
Greece is intensifying its wildfire response by nearly doubling its drone fleet and deploying a record 18,000 firefighters this summer, as reported by The Independent. With climate change driving more frequent and severe wildfires, the country is leveraging advanced drone technology to enhance surveillance and coordination, a move that could set a precedent for other…
On May 22, 2025, the Aurora City Council greenlighted a resolution to collaborate with federal authorities in tackling drone threats near Buckley Space Force Base, a critical hub for national defense operations. This agreement, detailed in a report by The Sentinel, aims to bolster airspace security by addressing unauthorized unmanned aerial systems (UAS) incursions, a…
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) granted Amazon’s Prime Air program approval to deliver products containing lithium-ion batteries, such as iPhones and AirPods, marking a significant step for the company’s drone delivery ambitions. The Verge reported that this clearance allows Amazon to ship these items to customers in eligible areas of Arizona and Texas within 60…
The Birmingham City Council approved a $1.5 million investment in advanced drone technology for the Birmingham Police Department. This initiative aims to enhance public safety and reduce crime by positioning Birmingham among the leading cities adopting unmanned aerial systems (UAS) for law enforcement, according to AL.com. Drones as First Responders: A Game-Changer for Police Operations…
Drone enthusiasts and travel photographers, here’s your chance to elevate your aerial game with the DJI Air 3S Fly More Combo Lite, a powerful compact drone featuring a dual-camera system, now available at a special summer discount. Priced at just $1,599 USD for the Fly More Combo Lite, down from the original $2,250 USD, this…
NASA has selected two university teams to develop drone technologies tackling real-world aviation challenges, focusing on hurricane relief and securing air traffic systems against cyber threats. Funded through NASA’s University Student Research Challenge (USRC), each team receives up to $80,000 to advance aeronautics research with practical applications for drone professionals and the aviation ind
A shark fisherman uses a drone to save a girl from drowning in Pensacola beach, by flying a flotation device out to her, reports The Guardian. On May 15, Florida man Andrew Smith made the last minute decision to try new fishing waters in Pensacola Florida. Smith says he’d only been there for about 10…
At the 6th edition of its Open Days event in Rabat, Morocco’s General Directorate of National Security (DGSN) unveiled a cutting-edge drone pavilion, highlighting the transformative role of unmanned aerial systems in modern security operations. According to Morocco World News, this display underscores the DGSN’s commitment to leveraging drone technology for enhanced surveillance, crowd control,…
One email with the drone news that matters — DJI, FAA, public safety, and everything in between, straight from the newsroom. No spam, no fluff.
