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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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NYPD's Drone Usage Soars: A Closer Look at the Sky-High Surveillance
Police

NYPD Launches Drone Pilot Program for Rapid Response to Shootings and Emergencies

The New York Police Department (NYPD) is launching a groundbreaking pilot program that will deploy drones to shooting scenes and other life-threatening emergencies. The drones will enable police to assess dangerous situations in under a minute and even drop medical supplies from the sky. Expanding Drone Usage for Public Safety This initiative is part of…

Russian Drone Maker Claims to Have Built a DJI Mavic “Killer”
Ukraine

Russian Drone Maker Claims to Have Built a DJI Mavic “Killer”

A Russian company based in Ekaterinburg claims to have developed a lightweight drone called the “Stalker” that is supposedly resistant to electronic warfare (EW). The company plans to test the drone in Ukraine before launching it into mass production. Previous Claims of DJI “Killers” Failed to Materialize This is not the first time a Russian…

China Sought Drone-Jamming Equipment for Russian Buyers Amid Ukraine War
Department of Commerce

China Sought Drone-Jamming Equipment for Russian Buyers Amid Ukraine War

Procurement Notice Raises Concerns Over China’s Sale of Dual-Use Goods to Moscow A Chinese trade body sought to buy drone-jamming equipment for Russian buyers last month, highlighting the close ties between the two countries. This comes amid concerns in Europe and the US over China’s supply of dual-use technology to Moscow. The government-affiliated Guangdong Province…

Drone Show Chaos: Fights, Arrests, and Injuries at Gloucester Township Day
Police

Drone Show Chaos: Fights, Arrests, and Injuries at Gloucester Township Day

A dozen people, aged 33 to 13, were arrested after large fights broke out during a drone light show at Gloucester Township Day. Police estimated a crowd of 500 and had to disperse the chaotic scene in New Jersey. Disorder Erupts at Community Event The annual Gloucester Township Day, meant to be a family-friendly event,…

The Bayraktar TB3 combat drone launches from a curved ramp at the Baykar Flight Training and Test Center in Keşan, Edirne, northwestern Türkiye, on June 1, 2024. (AA Photo)
Ukraine

Türkiye’s Bayraktar TB3 Makes History with First Ski-Jump Test

Türkiye’s new combat drone, the Bayraktar TB3, successfully completed its first ski-jump test, marking a crucial milestone in its development. First of Its Kind The Bayraktar TB3, designed by drone manufacturer Baykar, achieved a reportedly significant milestone by performing its first ski-jump takeoff from a land-based runway. This test is a critical step before it…

U.S. Air Force’s New sUAS Training for Airmen Takes Flight
United States

U.S. Air Force’s New sUAS Training for Airmen Takes Flight

The U.S. Air Force has initiated a new training program on small unmanned aerial systems (sUAS) at Luke Air Force Base, Arizona. This program, created with the Chief of Staff of the Air Force’s strategic studies group, reportedly aims to train Airmen in the use of sUAS in combat environments. Combat Airpower for All Airmen…

Space Foundation Discovery Center’s New Drone Zone Will Blow Your Mind
Lockheed Martin

Space Foundation Discovery Center’s New Drone Zone Will Blow Your Mind

The Space Foundation Discovery Center (SFDC) in Colorado Springs is back and better than ever, thanks to a $3.5 million renovation. Starting June 1st, visitors can check out eight exciting new exhibits and enjoy a walk-through of space history. Get ready for an interactive experience from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m, according to KKTV News.…

Danish Drone Company UXV Technologies Expands to the US
Industry

Danish Drone Company UXV Technologies Expands to the US

Danish drone company UXV Technologies has opened its first US factory in Cambria County, Pennsylvania, marking its initial physical presence outside Denmark. The new facility, located in the Johnstown Area Regional Industries Business Park, promises to bring new job opportunities and advanced drone technology to the area. New Facility and Community Impact UXV Technologies, a…

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