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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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Drone Inspections: Homeowners Shocked by Surprise Insurance Cancellations
Drone Inspection

Drone Inspections: Homeowners Shocked by Surprise Insurance Cancellations

Longtime policyholders blindsided by unexpected repair demands Homeowners insurance is usually something people renew without much thought. But for some, a sudden letter from their insurer demanding expensive repairs can be a huge shock. According to Boston 25, this is exactly what happened to John D’Entremont, a Malden homeowner. The Unexpected Letter John D’Entremont, who…

Drone Magic at the 2024 NCAA Women’s College World Series
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Drone Magic at the 2024 NCAA Women’s College World Series

The 2024 NCAA Women’s College World Series kicked off in Oklahoma City, and ESPN is bringing an impressive production, including some drone magic, to Devon Park. This five-day, eight-team double-elimination tournament features Texas, Oklahoma, Florida, Oklahoma State, UCLA, Stanford, Duke, and Alabama, and will be broadcast across ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, and ESPN+. High-Flying Tech: Drones…

Moya Aero’s Bold Move: Middle-Mile eVTOL Drone Market
EVTOL

Moya Aero’s Bold Move: Middle-Mile eVTOL Drone Market

Game-Changing Partnership for Middle-Mile eVTOL Moya Aero, a Brazilian drone manufacturer, is making headlines with its plan to enter the middle-mile eVTOL drone market. The company has reportedly partnered with Aeromot to develop drones capable of tackling challenging terrains, like the Amazon rainforest and offshore oil rigs. First Test Flight Success In November 2023, Moya…

DJI Releases DJI Dock 2, Matrice 3DT, starting at $10,000
Artificial Intelligence

Drone Boom: How AI-Powered Drones Are Transforming Business

The future of drones as essential business tools is here, driven by artificial intelligence and increasing adoption across industries. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) highlights this surge by reporting 368,883 remote pilot certifications by the end of last year. This number is reportedly expected to rise to over 472,269 by 2028, marking a 28% increase.…

Tourist Fined for Flying Drone Near Isle of Man TT Course
Police

Tourist Fined for Flying Drone Near Isle of Man TT Course

A first-time visitor to the Isle of Man TT races got fined £500 ($615) for flying a drone too close to the race course during a qualifying session. Rory Neale, from Nuneaton in Warwickshire, was caught using his drone near a campsite in Glen Vine called Ballagarey on Friday, reports the BBC. Breaking the Rules…

The Drone Wars of the Future: Why Taiwan is Not Ukraine - Russia Scrambles for Drone Defense Amid Escalating Aerial Threats
Ukraine

US Sanctions Target Iran’s Drone Program Supporting Russia

The U.S. has imposed sanctions on entities accused of enabling Iran’s drone program, aiming to disrupt the production and proliferation of drones used by Russia against Ukraine. This move underscores Washington’s ongoing efforts to hinder Iran’s UAV capabilities, which have been deployed in the conflict since 2022, reports Reuters. Sanctions Overview The U.S. Treasury Department…

Rocket-Powered Drone Soars Past 100 MPH
Technology

Rocket-Powered Drone Soars Past 100 MPH

In a series of groundbreaking test flights, a hybrid rocket-powered drone has successfully flown at speeds exceeding 100 miles per hour. The innovative aircraft, developed by the Project Air YouTube channel, combines the vertical takeoff and landing capabilities of a quadcopter with the high-speed potential of a rocket engine. Building the Rocket Drone The rocket…

Walmart Drone Deliveries Set to Take Off in Hurst
Walmart

Walmart Drone Deliveries Set to Take Off in Hurst

Hurst, Texas, is on track to become the next city in Tarrant County to allow Walmart drone deliveries, following North Richland Hills, Frisco, and Lewisville. This move comes after the City Council voted unanimously to approve Wing Drone Delivery’s zoning request to build a launch pad and storage facility at the Walmart located at 1732…

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