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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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Chinese Grad Student Jailed for Drone Photography of US Naval Shipyard
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Chinese Grad Student Jailed for Drone Photography of US Naval Shipyard

A University of Minnesota agricultural engineering grad student from China has been sentenced to six months in prison for illegally flying a drone over a sensitive U.S. naval shipbuilding base in Virginia. The incident, reported by the Star Tribune, highlights growing concerns about drone use near critical infrastructure. The Drone Flight and Arrest Fengyun Shi,…

German Air Taxi Startup Lilium Fights for Survival, Seeks €100M State Lifeline
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German Air Taxi Startup Lilium Fights for Survival, Seeks €100M State Lifeline

Lilium, the ambitious German air taxi startup, is facing a critical juncture in its quest for financial stability. The company, known for its innovative electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, has been in talks with the German government for over a year, seeking state support to keep its high-flying dreams from crashing down to…

DJI Air 3S Soars into the Spotlight: A New Era for Aerial Travel Photography
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DJI Air 3S Soars into the Spotlight: A New Era for Aerial Travel Photography

DJI, the global leader in civilian drones and creative camera technology, today unveils the DJI Air 3S, an advanced dual-camera drone designed to revolutionize travel photography. This latest addition to the Air Series is now available for order from store.dji.com, with shipping starting immediately. Dual Cameras Redefine Aerial Imaging The Air 3S features a 1-inch-CMOS,…

Whitehall Police Force Adds $49K Drone Amid Privacy Concerns
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Whitehall Police Force Adds $49K Drone Amid Privacy Concerns

The city of Whitehall, Ohio, has approved the purchase of a $49,000 police drone, sparking debate over privacy and transparency. The decision, made on October 1, passed with a 5-2 vote despite concerns from some council members and community residents. Drone Details and Intended Use The high-tech drone, supplied by Paladin, comes with strict usage…

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