Welcome to your weekly UAS news update! This week, we cover a concerning bill in Congress affecting all UAS operators, AMA clubs gaining higher altitude authorization in Class G airspace, DJI launching new enterprise accessories, and Parzero releasing a new…
In a move that could transform last-mile logistics in South Texas, Amazon has filed a zoning request with the City of San Antonio to establish a Prime Air Drone Delivery Center at its sprawling East Side robotics fulfillment facility. The…
The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) has successfully tested a high-power microwave weapon, dubbed RapidDestroyer, designed to neutralize drone swarms, a growing threat on modern battlefields like Ukraine. Developed by a Thales-led consortium, the truck-mounted system uses radio frequency energy…
The Pentagon’s push for thousands of American-made drones to counter China’s dominance has exposed a harsh truth: U.S. drone manufacturers are heavily reliant on Chinese components, creating a national security vulnerability (Note: not a data security issue…) that’s proving difficult…
Today, DJI, the Chinese drone manufacturer, introduced two new enterprise payloads: the Zenmuse S1, a high-powered spotlight, and the Zenmuse V1, a speaker system. Both are designed for the Matrice 350 RTK and Matrice 300 RTK drone platforms, as showcased…
ParaZero has announced its newest drone safety system for the DJI M4, the SafeAir M4, featuring a significant redesign that incorporates automotive airbag technology for faster and more reliable deployment. According to ParaZero, the system represents their latest advancement in…
In April 2025, cargo drones soared above Everest Base Camp, assisting the Sherpa Icefall Doctors in navigating the perilous Khumbu Icefall. This marks a pivotal shift in high-altitude mountaineering, where advanced drone technology is reducing risks and tackling environmental challenges.…
A viral YouTube video titled “The Ultimate Skydio Roast: Surveillance, Stupidity, and Straight-Up Shame” by Wedgenbigg has reignited controversy surrounding Skydio’s questionable marketing tactics, spotlighting a scandal first uncovered by DroneXL. The video delivers a scathing critique of Skydio’s decision…
On Monday, Democratic Representatives Rick Larsen and Bennie Thompson raised urgent questions about the U.S. Secret Service’s deployment of counter-drone technology near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (DCA), citing its role in triggering erroneous air traffic alerts last month. In…
A startling 65% increase in government drone registrations across New York State since 2022 has raised alarms about unchecked surveillance, according to a New York Civil Liberties Union (NYCLU) report based on 2024 Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) data. With 876…
Syracuse, New York, is poised to launch a pioneering “Drone as First Responder” program, expanding from high-priority 911 calls to any incident deemed to enhance public safety, according to a City Hall news release. Backed by a $619,000 budget for…
Latest Tariff Exemptions Leave Drones Exposed The Trump administration announced exemptions for certain Chinese-made electronics from its steep 125% reciprocal tariffs, offering relief to products like smartphones, laptops, and semiconductors, reports Reuters. However, drones, including those from market leader DJI,…