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Haye Kesteloo

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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Wing's Delivery Drones Reveal Engineering Marvels in Spectacular Slow-Motion Testing
Walmart

Walmart Launches Drone Delivery Fleet in Fort Worth, Partners with Wing for Rapid 65mph Deliveries

A Walmart Supercenter in Fort Worth has rolled out an ambitious drone delivery program, deploying 18 drones to serve customers within a six-mile radius. The initiative is part of a larger partnership between Walmart and Wing that spans 11 locations across the Dallas-Fort Worth area, according to Community Impact’s report. High-Speed Delivery Specs These lightweight…

Sony's Airpeak S1 Drone Soars Higher with Latest Firmware Update
Sony

Sony to Discontinue Airpeak S1 Drone Line in March 2025

In a surprising announcement to its customers, Sony revealed it will end sales of the Airpeak S1 professional drone and most related products by March 2025, citing “recent changes in the business environment” as the reason. Products Being Discontinued The following will be discontinued: Software and Services Ending The company will also discontinue: Support Timeline…

DJI Goggles N3 Revealed in New Photos, Confirms Separate Purchase Option
DJI

DJI Goggles N3 Revealed in New Photos, Confirms Separate Purchase Option

New photos of the highly anticipated DJI Goggles N3 have surfaced, showing detailed views of the FPV headset and confirming an important detail for potential buyers – the goggles will be available for separate purchase, dispelling recent rumors about bundle-only availability. Design and Features Showcase The newly released images showcase the Goggles N3’s sleek design,…

FBI Thwarts Plot to Attack Nashville Power Grid Using Explosive-Laden Drone
Department of Justice

FBI Thwarts Plot to Attack Nashville Power Grid Using Explosive-Laden Drone

A potentially catastrophic attack on Nashville’s critical infrastructure was prevented when the FBI arrested a 24-year-old Tennessee man who allegedly planned to crash an explosives-equipped drone into a power substation, according to the Department of Justice. The Drone Attack Plot Skyler Philippi’s plan went beyond typical infrastructure attacks, showcasing a concerning evolution in domestic ter

High School Drone Program Gets $5K Boost for Pre-Construction Aerial Documentation
Education

High School Drone Program Gets $5K Boost for Pre-Construction Aerial Documentation

Batesville High School Charter’s drone and aviation program just got a major upgrade thanks to a $5,000 donation that’ll help students capture aerial imagery for a local construction project, according to a report from White River Now. Students Take Flight with Real-World Drone Experience The program’s putting students in the pilot’s seat, literally. They’re getting…

Police Drone Captures Stabbing, Leads to Historic Conviction in Maryland
Police

Police Drone Captures Stabbing, Leads to Historic Conviction in Maryland

A groundbreaking case in Maryland has demonstrated the powerful impact of drone technology in law enforcement, as drone footage helped secure a conviction in a violent assault case. First reported by Montgomery County officials, this marks the first time drone evidence has led to a conviction in a Montgomery County jury trial, reports WUSA9. The…

WDFW Launches Drone Program to Count Waterfowl in Washington State
United States

WDFW Launches Drone Program to Count Waterfowl in Washington State

Washington’s wildlife officials are taking to the skies with drones to revolutionize how they track swan and goose populations. The Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) has initiated a multi-year drone survey program across three counties, according to a report from KIRO7. Massive Bird Populations Drive Innovation The sheer scale of the waterfowl…

Montgomery County Expands Innovative Drone as First Responder Program
Police

Montgomery County Expands Innovative Drone as First Responder Program

The Montgomery County Police Department (MCPD) is set to brief officials on their expanding Drone as First Responder Program, which has grown from a pilot project to include multiple operational sites across the county, according to a recent Montgomery County announcement. Program Growth and Implementation Originally launched as a pilot program in FY2024, the drone…

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