United Kingdom
British Airways Jet Narrowly Avoids Collision with Drone Over Kent
A British Airways A321 passenger jet narrowly avoided a collision with a drone while flying over Kent at an altitude of nearly 10,000 feet. The incident
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DJI Mavic 3E/3T Drones Receive Major Firmware Update with Enhanced Features
In a significant development for drone enthusiasts and professionals, DJI has released a comprehensive firmware update for its Mavic 3E/3T drones.
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DJI Teases Global Launch of Agras T50 Agricultural Drone
DJI teased the global launch of its DJI Agras T50 agricultural drone. The company shared a teaser with the title "Ready, Steady, Go."
United States
AI-Controlled Fighter Jet Engages in Aerial Combat with Manned Aircraft
In a groundbreaking test conducted by the U.S. military, an artificial intelligence-controlled modified F-16 engaged in aerial combat with a manned jet. The test, part of the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency’s (DARPA) Air Combat Evolution (ACE) program, showcased the potential of machine learning in transforming aerial warfare, reports Newsweek. Dogfight at 1,200 Miles per…
Ukraine
Canada and Allies Bolster Ukraine’s Drone Capabilities Amidst Ongoing War
As the war in Ukraine continues, Canada and its allies are stepping up their efforts to provide the country with advanced drone technology to aid in its defense against Russian aggression. The Ukrainian Defense Ministry has announced that Canada will send 450 SkyRanger R70 multi-mission Unmanned Aerial Systems (UAS) to Ukraine this summer, while the…
Bell
Washington State Expands Funding for Law Enforcement Drones Despite Privacy Concerns
Washington State, one of the earliest and largest adopters of law enforcement drones, is allocating additional funding for vehicle-tracking technologies, including unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The Washington State Department of Commerce has reportedly set aside $1.43 million for proposals, with the first round of grants funding 15 new UAVs for law enforcement agencies across the…
Ukraine
Ukraine Targets Russia’s Strategic Radar with Explosive Drones
Ukraine has launched a series of drone attacks targeting Russia’s only long-range over-the-horizon (OTH) radar, the Container, located in the Russian town of Kovylkino. The radar, situated 370 miles from the front line in Ukraine, is a crucial asset for monitoring European airspace and providing early warning of potential threats, according to Forbes. Background on…
Zipline
Zipline Achieves Milestone of 1 Million Commercial Drone Deliveries
In a groundbreaking achievement, Zipline, the world’s largest autonomous delivery system, has completed one million commercial drone deliveries to customers. This milestone marks a significant step forward in the field of drone-based delivery services. A Decade of Growth and Innovation Over the past decade, Zipline has worked tirelessly to build a scalable and efficient autonomous…
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