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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DJI

DJI Flip Drone Leaked: Sub-250g Foldable Drone Promises Professional Features in Ultra-Compact Design

DJI seems ready to launch an innovative new sub-250g drone called the DJI Flip, targeting both beginners and professional users with advanced camera capabilities and intelligent features. According to leaked information shared by reliable drone enthusiast Jasper Ellens, the drone will be available in various combo packages priced between €449-809 ($490-885). Compact Design and Portability…

Haye KestelooJan 11

Police

Former NY Fire Chief Charged with Forging FAA Drone License

A former fire chief in Central New York faces criminal charges for allegedly forging Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) credentials required to operate the department’s unmanned aircraft system. Michael J. Leonelli, 46, was arrested Wednesday after the Caughdenoy Fire Department discovered irregularities with his purported Part 107 certification, according to Syracuse.com. The incident highligh

Haye KestelooJan 11

Skydio

Marion County Fire Rescue Enhances Emergency Response with Skydio X10 Drone

Marion County Fire Rescue joined the growing ranks of U.S. fire departments embracing drone tech with their adoption of the Skydio X10 drone

Haye KestelooJan 10

Police

Multiple Drones Spotted Near Prairie Island Nuclear Plant Raise Security Concerns

Multiple drones were observed flying near the Prairie Island Nuclear Power Plant in Minnesota, prompting responses from local law enforcement

Haye KestelooJan 10

FAA Restricts Drone Flights Over Trump Golf Club and Military Base Following Mysterious Activity

Drone Incidents

Trump Promises Investigation into Mysterious Drone Activity at Bedminster Golf Course

President-elect Donald Trump has revealed an ongoing series of drone sightings over his Bedminster, New Jersey golf course, pledging to investigate and release findings about these mysterious incidents shortly after taking office. The revelations came during a Republican governors event at Mar-a-Lago, where Trump addressed growing concerns about unauthorized drone activities near sensitive locatio

Haye KestelooJan 10

Drone Operator Faces Charges After Super Scooper Collision

FAA

Drone Collision Grounds Critical Firefighting Aircraft in Los Angeles Wildfire Response

A Super Scooper firefighting aircraft sustained damage after colliding with a civilian drone while combating the Palisades Fire northwest of LA.

Haye KestelooJan 10

Industry

Ukrainian Drone Manufacturers Seek Global Market Position at CES 2025

Ukrainian drone manufacturers are making a strategic push to establish themselves as trusted alternatives to Chinese producers, showcasing their battle-tested technologies at CES 2025 in Las Vegas, according to Scripps News. The dedicated Ukrainian pavilion demonstrates how combat experience has accelerated innovation in both military and civilian drone applications. DroneUA founder Valerii Lakove

Haye KestelooJan 9

Drone Incidents

Drone Operator Flees After Collision with Paraglider at Torrey Pines

A paraglider pilot was forced to make an emergency landing at Torrey Pines Gliderport in Southern California after a drone struck and damaged his glider lines on January 7th. The incident, which reportedly occurred at 12:52 PM, highlights ongoing safety concerns about unauthorized drone operations near active flight areas. Hunter M. Odaka, who documents his…

Haye KestelooJan 9

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