Haye Kesteloo

Haye Kesteloo

Haye Kesteloo is a leading drone industry expert and Editor in Chief of DroneXL.co and EVXL.co, where he covers drone technology, industry developments, and electric mobility trends. With over nine years of specialized coverage in unmanned aerial systems, his insights have been featured in The New York Times, The Financial Times, and cited by The Brookings Institute, Foreign Policy, Politico and others. Before founding DroneXL.co, Kesteloo built his expertise at DroneDJ. He currently co-hosts the PiXL Drone Show on YouTube and podcast platforms, sharing industry insights with a global audience. His reporting has influenced policy discussions and been referenced in federal documents, establishing him as an authoritative voice in drone technology and regulation. He can be reached at haye @ dronexl.co or @hayekesteloo.
The Defence Intelligence Of Ukraine Received The Pd-2 Reconnaissance System On December 21, 2023. Photo Credits Go To The Defence Intelligence Of Ukraine.

Ukraine’s Long-Range Drone Operations Defy US Warnings

Despite US warnings to cease drone operations inside Russia, Ukraine continues to invest in and utilize long-range drones capable of striking targets as far as Siberia. The drone program has disrupted much of Russia’s oil and military infrastructure, but theโ€ฆ

In A Significant Development For The Aviation Industry, Electric Aircraft Manufacturer Avy Has Integrated Tulip'S Latest Smart Battery Into Their Drones

Avy’s Drones Reach New Heights with Tulip’s Battery Tech

In a significant development for the aviation industry, electric aircraft manufacturer Avy has integrated Tulip’s latest smart battery into their drones, resulting in nearly doubled flight times and expanded operational capabilities. This breakthrough is set to revolutionize the support Avy’sโ€ฆ

Montana Tech To Build Drone Obstacle Course

Montana Tech to Build Drone Obstacle Course

Montana Technological University is set to begin construction on a new drone obstacle course this spring, just west of its campus. The course, reportedly designed by a team of four senior students, aims to provide opportunities for students to improveโ€ฆ

Drones Pose Challenges To Airport Safety And Security

Drones Pose Challenges to Airport Safety and Security

Unauthorized drones near airports have become a significant concern for aviation safety and security. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) prohibits these flights due to the risks they pose to other aircraft and their potential to disrupt air traffic control. Localโ€ฆ