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A small Ukrainian drone has reportedly destroyed a Russian Mi-8 helicopter worth approximately $15 million deep inside occupied territory, marking a potentially historic achievement in drone warfare. The incident, which occurred on Wednesday near the Russian-held city of Donetsk, was reported by both Ukrainian and Russian sources. Unprecedented Attack The attack took place about 30…
A recent video release by Chinese military-affiliated media showcased the use of a biomimetic drone disguised as a small bird by an elite Chinese special operations force during a shooting competition. The event, held on August 1, coincided with China’s annual commemoration of the founding of its armed forces, the People’s Liberation Army (PLA). The…
China is set to modify its drone export regulations starting September 1, 2024, in a move that could reshape the global unmanned aircraft industry. According to a report from Reuters, these changes come as Western nations intensify their scrutiny of Chinese drone exports. Key Changes to Export Controls The Chinese Commerce Ministry announced several significant…
Belmont, California is set to launch a new drone program, equipping its police department, first responders, and public works officials with unmanned aerial systems (UAS) for the first time. This move, reported by The Daily Journal, puts the Peninsula city in line with a growing national trend of adopting drone technology for municipal operations. Enhancing…
Recent leaks have unveiled exciting details about DJI's upcoming drone, the DJI Neo, according to info shared by DJI leaker Jasper Ellens on X.
A Closer Look at the DJI Air 3S DJI’s next big release, the Air 3S, has surfaced in a recent leak from the well-known source OsitaLV on Twitter. The leaked photo reveals the front of the yet-to-be-released drone, showcasing several design changes that hint at improved performance and new features. As always, OsitaLV’s insights are…
Welcome to Weekly UAS News Update. We have four stories for you this week: Let’s get to it! Canning CCP Drone Act Update Not so good news: A new Senate Amendment to the 2025 NDAA hopes to add the Canning CCP Drones Act. If enacted, the Canning CCP language would revoke all FCC approval for…
Jasper Ellens, a well-known DJI leaker, has shared photos on Twitter of what appears to be the upcoming DJI Neo drone. This new quadcopter seems to be positioned as a successor to the DJI Spark, targeting indoor use and beginner pilots. READ MORE: DJI Neo: The Ultimate Beginner Drone for Gen Z and Beyond Compact…
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