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.
Revolutionizing Breeding Programs: The Power Of Drones 1

Revolutionizing Breeding Programs: The Power of Drones

In an era where the fusion of technology and agricultural science is becoming increasingly pivotal, drones are emerging as a groundbreaking tool capable of transforming the landscape of plant breeding programs, reports SeedWorld. Over the past two decades, significant advancementsโ€ฆ

Faa Gives Green Light To Agricultural Drone Swarms 2

FAA Gives Green Light to Agricultural Drone Swarms

In a groundbreaking move, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has granted an exemption allowing the use of “drone swarms” in agriculture, as reported by KFGO. This innovative approach, pioneered by Texas-based drone manufacturer Hylio, signifies a shift towards more cost-effectiveโ€ฆ

Mystery Russian Suicide Drone Captured By Ukrainian Forces

Mystery Russian Suicide Drone Captured by Ukrainian Forces

In a significant development, Ukrainian forces have reportedly captured a partially intact Russian-made suicide drone, providing valuable insights into the adversary’s cutting-edge technology. The drone, reportedly developed by the Russian Regional Industrial Company (RPK), is a first-person view (FPV) unmannedโ€ฆ

Drone Assists Tracy Police In Dramatic Hostage Rescue

Drone Assists Tracy Police in Dramatic Hostage Rescue

Tracy police successfully rescued a woman held at gunpoint and arrested two suspects in a tense operation on Friday. The incident unfolded at a residence on Lankershire Drive, where officers deployed a video-equipped drone to survey the scene and apprehendโ€ฆ

The Growing Threat Of Hostile Drones In Urban Areas

The Growing Threat of Hostile Drones in Urban Areas

A Call for Public Authorities to Prepare for the Emerging Drone Threat In a recent report, the Counter Terrorism Preparedness Network (CTPN) has highlighted the urgent need for public authorities to prepare for the increasingly complex threat posed by unmannedโ€ฆ