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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. Also on LinkedIn, Muck Rack, Instagram and YouTube.

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Unifly Celebrates 5 Years of Drone Innovation at Port of Antwerp-Bruges
Belgium

Unifly Celebrates 5 Years of Drone Innovation at Port of Antwerp-Bruges

Unifly, a leading player in drone traffic management, is marking five years since it kicked off a game-changing project to revolutionize drone ops at one of Europe’s busiest ports. Let’s dive into how this tech is shaking things up in Belgium. SAFIR Project: Putting Drones to Work The Safe and Flexible Integration of Initial U-space…

Activists Target UK Factory Producing F-35 Components in Pro-Palestine Action
Police

Activists Target UK Factory Producing Anti-Drone Systems in Pro-Palestine Action

Palestine Action activists have once again disrupted operations at a Teledyne factory in the UK, claiming the facility produces crucial components for anti-drone systems and F-35 fighter jets used by Israel in Gaza. The incident, which occurred on October 2, 2024, at Teledyne CML Composites in Bromborough, Wirral, involved protesters scaling the roof, causing damage,…

DJI Mavic 4 on the Horizon? FCC Registration Hints at Imminent Release
DJI

DJI Mavic 4 on the Horizon? FCC Registration Hints at Imminent Release

Drone enthusiasts, get ready for some exciting news. It seems the DJI Mavic 4 might be just around the corner, according to recent FCC registration details spotted by industry insider Jasper Ellens. In a tweet, Ellens shared compelling evidence suggesting the imminent arrival of DJI’s next flagship consumer drone. Let’s dive into what we know…

DJI Air 3S Leak Reveals Impressive Camera Upgrades and Accessories
DJI

DJI Air 3S Leak Reveals Impressive Camera Upgrades and Accessories

Jasper Ellens and Igor Bogdanov have shared exclusive images of the upcoming DJI Air 3S, giving us a detailed look at its camera system and accessories. These leaks provide substantial insight into DJI’s soon-to-be-released drone offering. In the meantime, however, we’re still waiting for the e-store leaks to provide us with all the detailed specifications…

NYC's Largest Coastal Storm Drill Showcases Drone Power in Disaster Response
Brinc

NYC’s Largest Coastal Storm Drill Showcases Drone Power in Disaster Response

In a groundbreaking exercise that’s got the whole city buzzing, a swarm of drones took to the skies off Staten Island, playing a crucial role in NYC’s largest-ever coastal storm drill. This wasn’t just your run-of-the-mill practice session – it was a full-scale prep for the next potential Superstorm Sandy. The city’s Drone Task Force…

Toyota Invests $500M in Joby Aviation's Electric Air Taxi
EVTOL

Toyota Invests $500M in Joby Aviation’s Electric Air Taxi

Toyota Motor Corporation is doubling down on its investment in electric air taxis, announcing a $500 million investment in Joby Aviation. This move aims to support the certification and commercial production of Joby’s electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. The news was reported by Joby Aviation on October 2, 2024. Investment Details The $500…

Behind the Scenes: Zipline's Drone Delivery Operations Unveiled
Zipline

Behind the Scenes: Zipline’s Drone Delivery Operations Unveiled

Zipline, a leader in autonomous delivery, has provided an exclusive behind-the-scenes look at their drone delivery operations, showcasing the technology and processes that power their innovative service. The Heart of Zipline’s Operations At the core of Zipline’s system are three key components: “Zips,” the fixed-wing drones that serve as the primary aircraft; “Droids,” smaller units…

Drone Team Instrumental in Rescuing Missing Teen from Blackberry Thicket
Police

Drone Team Instrumental in Rescuing Missing Teen from Blackberry Thicket

A drone operator from the Eugene Springfield Metro Drone Team played a crucial role in locating and rescuing a missing teenager in Eugene, Oregon, on Thursday night. The story was reported by KCBY. Late-Night Search Effort The Eugene Police Department (EPD) reported that the teen girl, who was in a mental health crisis, had been…

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