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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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Drones Take Flight in Missouri Hunting: Game-Changer or Ethical Dilemma?
Missouri

Drones Take Flight in Missouri Hunting: Game-Changer or Ethical Dilemma?

Missouri hunters are embracing a new tool in their arsenal: drones. According to a recent report by KSDK, the state has updated its Wildlife Code to allow the use of thermal drones for recovering wounded deer, turkey, elk, and black bear during their respective hunting seasons. From Buck Fever to High-Tech Recovery Hunting’s not always…

Romanian Fighter Jets Scrambled After Suspected Drone Breaches Airspace
Drone Incidents

Romanian Fighter Jets Scrambled After Suspected Drone Breaches Airspace

Romanian military authorities sprang into action Thursday when a small flying object, believed to be a drone, entered the country’s airspace. The incident occurred in the southeastern county of Constanta, prompting a swift response from the nation’s air defense systems. This news was reported by Reuters. Rapid Response to Airspace Violation The Romanian defense ministry…

Man Accused of Using Drone to Drop Explosives in Maine Town
Police

Man Accused of Using Drone to Drop Explosives in Maine Town

A Woodland, Maine resident has been arrested for allegedly using a drone to drop explosive devices on targets in the small Aroostook County town. The case highlights the potential misuse of drone technology for criminal activities. Drone-Assisted Attacks Over 18 Months Joshua Brydon, 37, was arrested by Maine State Police on October 12 following an…

Drug Dealer Uses Drone for Fentanyl Deliveries, Resulting in Fatal Overdose
Contraband

Drug Dealer Uses Drone for Fentanyl Deliveries, Resulting in Fatal Overdose

A California man has been arrested for allegedly using a drone to deliver fentanyl and other drugs, leading to a customer’s death. This disturbing case, reported by The Guardian, highlights the misuse of drone technology for illegal activities. The Drone-Based Drug Operation Christopher Patrick Laney, 34, of Lancaster, California, is accused of operating an unregistered…

Hamas Leader's Final Moments: Desperate Attempt to Down Drone Before Death
Technology

Hamas Leader’s Final Moments: Desperate Attempt to Down Drone Before Death

The final moments of Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar were marked by a desperate attempt to evade capture and even knock a drone out of the air with a stick. This dramatic scene unfolded during an IDF operation in Rafah that led to Sinwar’s death, as reported by Ynet News. The Hunt for Sinwar IDF forces…

Russian President Vladimir Putin toured a drone manufacturing facility at the Special Technology Centre in St. Petersburg on September 19, 2024. The image was captured by Valery Sharifulin for Sputnik and distributed through the Reuters news agency.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
Ukraine

US Sanctions Target Chinese and Russian Entities Over Attack Drones in Ukraine Conflict

The United States has taken significant action by imposing sanctions on two Chinese companies and a Russian affiliate for their involvement in the production and shipment of attack drones used in the ongoing Ukraine conflict, as reported by Reuters. This move highlights the growing concern over the use of drone technology in modern warfare and…

DJI's New Budget-Friendly Goggles N3 Leaked: A Game-Changer for Drone Pilots?
DJI

DJI Set to Launch Affordable Single-Screen Goggles N3 in Early November

DJI is gearing up to release its latest FPV goggles, the Goggles N3, in the first week of November. This information comes from Jasper Ellens, a known source for DJI rumors and leaks, who shared details about the upcoming product on X (formerly Twitter). Goggles N3: Affordable and Compact The Goggles N3 are described as…

UAF's Drone Program Soars Under Cathy Cahill's Leadership
FAA

UAF’s Drone Program Soars Under Cathy Cahill’s Leadership

Cathy Cahill, Ph.D., is at the helm of a cutting-edge drone program at the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) that’s pushing the boundaries of unmanned aircraft technology. As reported by the Fairbanks Daily News Miner, Cahill leads the Alaska Center for Unmanned Aircraft Systems Integration (ACUASI), a hub for testing and pioneering unmanned drone and…

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