FAA
Small Drone Crashes in New Jersey Backyard Amid Ongoing Mystery Sightings
A recreational drone crashed into a residential backyard in Pequannock Township, New Jersey, on Thursday evening, adding another layer to the...
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Maryland
Ex-Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan Reports Mystery Drones, But Critics Point to Stars and Aircraft
Ex-Maryland Gov. Hogan added his voice to the growing chorus of witnesses of mysterious aerial activity, claiming he saw “dozens of large drones”
New Jersey
Multiple Drones Breach Airspace Over Naval Weapons Station Earle in New Jersey
Officials at Naval Weapons Station Earle in Colts Neck, New Jersey, confirmed multiple instances of unidentified drones entering their restricted airspace, further escalating concerns over a wave of drone activity in the region. While authorities stress that no direct threats have been identified, calls for federal action are growing as sightings persist, reports ABC News.…
United States
Mysterious Large Drones Spotted Over Southern California After New Jersey Wave
A new wave of mysterious drone sightings has alarmed residents across Southern California, just weeks after similar incidents in New Jersey. Witnesses in San Diego County, Temecula, and other areas describe objects resembling small cars hovering silently in the night skies, raising questions about their origins and purpose, reports CBS 8. Witnesses Report Silent, Car-Sized…
Ukraine
Unidentified Drones Spotted Over U.S. Air Base in Germany
German security authorities have flagged multiple unidentified drone sightings over sensitive locations, including the U.S. Air Force base at Ramstein, raising serious concerns about airspace security and potential sabotage. Reports emerged following recent incidents on December 3 and 4, according to Der Spiegel, citing a confidential report, according to The Guardian. Increased Drone Activity Ove
DJI
DJI Flip Drone Price Expected at $439 in US, €439 in EU Including Controller
DJI’s upcoming Flip drone will be priced at €439 (including VAT) in Europe with the RC-N3 controller, according to new details shared by DJI watcher Jasper Ellens. Based on typical pricing patterns, this suggests a likely US price point of around $439. Understanding the Price Difference The European price of €439 includes up to 23%…
Department of Homeland Security
FBI and DHS: No Evidence of Security Threats from Reported New Jersey Drone Sightings
Federal authorities have found no evidence that the recently reported drone sightings in New Jersey pose any national security threat or have connections to foreign actors. In a joint statement, the FBI and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) revealed that many of the reported sightings likely involve misidentified manned aircraft operating legally in the area.…
Walmart
Florida Man Ordered to Pay $5,000 for Shooting Walmart Delivery Drone
A 72-year-old Florida resident has been ordered to pay $5,000 in restitution after shooting at a Walmart delivery drone he mistakenly believed was conducting surveillance on his property, reports First Coast News. The incident, which occurred in Lake County, Florida, highlights the growing tensions between drone delivery operations and public acceptance. Dennis Winn was charged…
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