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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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Man Arrested After Shooting at Drone Near Tulsa, Oklahoma Church
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Man Arrested After Shooting at Drone Near Tulsa, Oklahoma Church

A man was arrested in east Tulsa, Oklahoma after allegedly shooting at a civilian drone that was being used for event preparation, according to a report from Tulsa Police. Incident Details The incident occurred around 5 p.m. Wednesday near a church at 41st and Mingo, reports Fox23. Church security personnel first alerted authorities after hearing…

DJI Neo Gets Major Speed Boost: Firmware Update Doubles Tracking Performance
DJI

DJI Neo Gets Major Speed Boost: Firmware Update Doubles Tracking Performance

DJI has rolled out a significant firmware update for the DJI Neo drone, introducing compatibility with new hardware and several feature enhancements aimed at improving the overall flying experience. The update, released on November 6, 2024, brings the Neo firmware to version V01.00.0400. The latest update introduces support for DJI Goggles N3, expanding the Neo’s…

Spanish "Crow" Counter-Drone System Blocks 90 Unauthorized Drones at UN Biodiversity Summit
Netherlands

Spanish “Crow” Counter-Drone System Blocks 90 Unauthorized Drones at UN Biodiversity Summit

The Colombian Air Force (FAC) demonstrated its technological prowess by deploying the sophisticated Spanish-manufactured “Crow” counter-drone system to safeguard the UN Biodiversity Conference (COP 16) in Cali, as reported by Indra, the system’s manufacturer. Comprehensive Security Coverage The system was strategically deployed to protect the Blue Zone, a high-security area hosting delegates and s

Taiwan's University Drone Competition Tests Battle-Ready UAVs Under GPS Jamming
Ukraine

Taiwan’s University Drone Competition Tests Battle-Ready UAVs Under GPS Jamming

In a significant push to enhance its defense capabilities, Taiwan is hosting an innovative drone competition where university students test their UAV designs in simulated battlefield conditions, according to NDTV. Competition Tests Real-World Combat Scenarios The National Defense Application UAV Challenge, now in its second year, brings together 20 university teams at the Asia UAV…

Greek Military's New Anti-Tank Drone Revolutionizes Battlefield Operations
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Greek Military’s New Anti-Tank Drone Revolutionizes Battlefield Operations

In a significant advancement for drone warfare, Greek defense company Altus LSA has unveiled the ATLAS 8H “Kerveros,” a sophisticated heavy-lift octocopter specifically designed for anti-tank missions. This innovative platform, equipped with French-made Akeron MP missiles, marks Greece’s first entry into the anti-tank drone sector, according to Army Recognition. Advanced Design and Capabilities Th

ParaZero Lands $187K Deal to Enhance Drone Safety for US Air Mobility Company
Israel

ParaZero Lands $187K Deal to Enhance Drone Safety for US Air Mobility Company

A significant development in drone safety systems has emerged as ParaZero Technologies Ltd. secured a notable contract, pushing forward the evolution of urban air mobility safety standards, according to Investing.com. Safety Systems for Next-Gen Aircraft The Israeli aerospace company landed a $187,000 purchase order from an unnamed US-based Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) company. The deal…

Russia's Deadly Drone Campaign Hits Record Numbers, Testing Ukraine's Defenses
Russia

Russia’s Deadly Drone Campaign Hits Record Numbers, Testing Ukraine’s Defenses

In a significant escalation of aerial warfare, Russia unleashed an unprecedented 2,023 drone attacks against Ukrainian targets in October alone, marking the highest monthly total in the 32-month-old conflict, according to The New York Times. Sophisticated Multi-Drone Strategy Emerges Russia’s drone warfare has evolved into a complex operation combining decoy drones, surveillance craft, and explosi

Ukraine's Modified Sport Plane Drone Strikes Russian Naval Base 700 Miles from Front Lines
Ukraine

Ukraine’s Modified Sport Plane Drone Strikes Russian Naval Base 700 Miles from Front Lines

A modified Aeroprakt A-22 sport plane, converted into a long-range drone and carrying explosives, struck Russian naval vessels at a Caspian Fleet base in Kaspiysk, Dagestan – approximately 700 miles from Ukraine’s frontlines, according to a report from Anton Gerashchenko, former advisor to Ukraine’s interior ministry. Significant Naval Damage The drone strike reportedly damaged three…

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