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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 Launches Powerhouse Agricultural Drones: T100 and T70 Models Hit Chinese Market
China

DJI Launches Powerhouse Agricultural Drones: T100 and T70 Models Hit Chinese Market

DJI’s agricultural division just stepped up its game in China with two new heavy-duty farm drones – the Agras T100 and T70. These workhorses are built to carry more payload and offer improved spreading capabilities compared to previous models, according to DroneNR. T100: The New Flagship Farm Drone The T100 is making waves as DJI’s…

DJI RC Plus 2 Controller Revealed with Major Design Overhaul and O4 Transmission
China

DJI RC Plus 2 Controller Revealed with Major Design Overhaul and O4 Transmission

DJI’s professional controller lineup is getting a significant upgrade with the new DJI RC Plus 2, featuring enhanced transmission capabilities and comprehensive design improvements, as reported by dronenr on X. The DJI RC Plus 2 was launch together with the D-RTK3 and O4 Image Transmission Relay. So far, the launch of these new DJI products…

DJI Mini 4K: Prime Day Deal for Aerial Photographers - DJI Mini 4K Drone Sees Rare Amazon Prime Discounts Amid Shrinking U.S. Availability
DJI

DJI Mini 4K Drone Hits All-Time Low Price in Early Black Friday Deal

The popular DJI Mini 4K beginner drone has dropped to its lowest price ever at $239 (down from $299) during Amazon’s early Black Friday sales. Perfect Beginner Drone at Sub-250g Drone Despite its budget-friendly price point, the DJI Mini 4K packs serious features into a lightweight frame under 249 grams – meaning you won’t need…

Russia's Massive Drone Campaign Signals New Phase in Ukraine War
Ukraine

Russia’s Massive Drone Campaign Signals New Phase in Ukraine War

In an alarming escalation of aerial warfare, Ukraine has become the target of Russia’s most intensive drone campaign yet, with nearly 500 Iranian-designed drones launched in just one week’s time, according to President Volodymyr Zelenskyy‘s recent statement. The attacks mark a significant shift in Russian strategy, as reported by The Guardian. Record-Breaking Drone Deployment The…

Mystery Drones Breach Security at US Air Force Bases in Britain, Raising Counter-UAS Questions
US Air Force

Mystery Drones Breach Security at US Air Force Bases in Britain, Raising Counter-UAS Questions

Three strategic US Air Force bases in Britain experienced multiple unauthorized drone intrusions over a four-day period, highlighting growing concerns about aerial security and counter-drone capabilities. The incidents, which occurred at RAF Lakenheath, Mildenhall, and Feltwell between Wednesday and Saturday, have drawn attention from both US and UK defense authorities, reports CNN. Pattern of Sop

Weather-Proof Drone Proves Crucial in Dramatic Rescue of Lost Mushroom Hunters in Washington
Search & Rescue

Weather-Proof DJI M30 Drone Proves Crucial in Dramatic Rescue of Lost Mushroom Hunters in Washington

A weather-proof drone deployed by the Clark County Sheriff’s Office played a pivotal role in rescuing two mushroom hunters lost in Skamania County’s treacherous backcountry during harsh winter conditions on November 17, 2024, reports KOIN. The rescue operation, which involved more than 50 volunteers and multiple K9 and search and rescue teams, faced challenging conditions…

Ancient Fish-Trapping Canals Discovered by Drone Archaeology in Belize
Discovered by Drone

Ancient Fish-Trapping Canals Discovered by Drone Archaeology in Belize

A groundbreaking archaeological discovery using drones and Google Earth has revealed an intricate 4,000-year-old network of fish-trapping canals in Belize’s Yucatán peninsula, according to research published in Science Advances. Aerial Technology Reveals Hidden History The research team used drone technology and satellite imagery to identify distinctive zigzag patterns of ancient canals stretching

Burglars Use Drones to Scout Luxury Homes Before Break-ins in California
California

Burglars Use Drones to Scout Luxury Homes Before Break-ins in California

A series of sophisticated burglaries in the Westridge neighborhood of Santa Clarita Valley has revealed criminals using drones for surveillance before targeting homes, according to The Signal. High-Tech Criminals Show Disturbing Precision The burglars demonstrated an unsettling level of preparation, using drones to identify security vulnerabilities before executing rapid, efficient break-ins. In o

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