In a pivotal shift for modern warfare, Ukraine and Russia are intensifying their use of fiber-optic drones in the ongoing conflict in Russia’s Kursk region, a development that has reshaped battlefield dynamics. According to a detailed report by The Washington…
New York City is set to open its beaches for Memorial Day weekend with a tech-driven approach to safety, as drones take center stage in lifeguard operations. On Friday, May 23, 2025, Mayor Eric Adams and city officials gathered at…
Welcome to your weekly UAS news update. We have three stories for you this week: a swimmer rescued by a fisherman and his drone, Kyle Nordfors receiving a prestigious award, and Pierce Aerospace partnering with MITRE for Remote ID research.…
Drone enthusiasts, beginners and even professional alike, here’s a deal you can’t miss: the DJI Mini 4 Pro Fly More Combo with DJI RC 2 is now available at its lowest price ever on the official DJI store on Amazon,…
Greece is intensifying its wildfire response by nearly doubling its drone fleet and deploying a record 18,000 firefighters this summer, as reported by The Independent. With climate change driving more frequent and severe wildfires, the country is leveraging advanced drone…
On May 22, 2025, the Aurora City Council greenlighted a resolution to collaborate with federal authorities in tackling drone threats near Buckley Space Force Base, a critical hub for national defense operations. This agreement, detailed in a report by The…
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) granted Amazon’s Prime Air program approval to deliver products containing lithium-ion batteries, such as iPhones and AirPods, marking a significant step for the company’s drone delivery ambitions. The Verge reported that this clearance allows Amazon…
The Birmingham City Council approved a $1.5 million investment in advanced drone technology for the Birmingham Police Department. This initiative aims to enhance public safety and reduce crime by positioning Birmingham among the leading cities adopting unmanned aerial systems (UAS)…
Drone enthusiasts and travel photographers, here’s your chance to elevate your aerial game with the DJI Air 3S Fly More Combo Lite, a powerful compact drone featuring a dual-camera system, now available at a special summer discount. Priced at just…
NASA has selected two university teams to develop drone technologies tackling real-world aviation challenges, focusing on hurricane relief and securing air traffic systems against cyber threats. Funded through NASA’s University Student Research Challenge (USRC), each team receives up to $80,000…
A shark fisherman uses a drone to save a girl from drowning in Pensacola beach, by flying a flotation device out to her, reports The Guardian. On May 15, Florida man Andrew Smith made the last minute decision to try…
At the 6th edition of its Open Days event in Rabat, Morocco’s General Directorate of National Security (DGSN) unveiled a cutting-edge drone pavilion, highlighting the transformative role of unmanned aerial systems in modern security operations. According to Morocco World News,…