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Haye Kesteloo

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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Laser Strikes on Aircraft Surge Amid Aviation Safety Concerns
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Laser Strikes on Aircraft Surge Amid Mystery Drone Sightings

The Federal Aviation Administration reports an unprecedented surge in laser strikes against aircraft across the northeastern United States since the start of the mystery drone sightings, with New Jersey experiencing a 269% increase in incidents compared to the previous year. Through mid-December 2024, New Jersey recorded 59 laser incidents, compared to just 16 during the…

Fatal Drone Attack Traces Back to Illegally Exported US Navigation Technology
United States

Fatal Drone Attack Traces Back to Illegally Exported US Navigation Technology

Two men have been charged in connection with illegally exporting sensitive drone navigation technology that was later used in a deadly attack on U.S. forces, highlighting the critical importance of protecting advanced drone components from falling into hostile hands. The January 28, 2024 attack at Tower 22 military base in Jordan resulted in the deaths…

Senate Poised to Vote on Landmark Drone Security Legislation Amid Rising Incidents
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Senate Poised to Vote on Landmark Drone Security Legislation Amid Rising Incidents

A surge in unauthorized drone activity near critical infrastructure has prompted urgent legislative action, as the Senate prepares to vote on comprehensive drone security measures, reports Detroit News. The Safeguarding the Homeland from the Threats Posed by Unmanned Aircraft Systems Act, spearheaded by Senator Gary Peters (D-MI), would significantly expand federal and local authorities’ ability…

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