Archaeology
Drone Mapping Decodes Peru’s Mysterious “Band of Holes”
High above the rocky slopes of Monte Sierpe in southern Peru, thousands of perfect circular holes stretch across the landscape like a dotted scar. Our friends of Archaeology.org told us about how locals call it the “Band of Holes.” For…
Drone Ground-Penetrating Radar Transforms Archaeological Searches From Civil War Graves To Ancient Maya Cities
University of Kentucky archaeologists deployed drone-mounted ground-penetrating radar to search for 160-year-old mass graves of Black Union soldiers in Kentucky, demonstrating how aerial GPR technology is revolutionizing archaeological investigation worldwide—from forgotten burial sites to lost civilizations hidden beneath jungle canopies.…
Get Paid to Fly Drones – Over 25 Jobs for Drone Pilots
So, you’ve got your Part 107 to fly drones commercially, and now you can get paid to fly your drone. Today, we’re diving into over 25 jobs that you can do to make money using your drone. Whether you’re looking…
Drone Reveals 2,400-Year-Old Port as Aegean Sea Mysteriously Recedes
Aerial drone footage has documented a remarkable archaeological discovery in Turkey’s Ayvalık district, where the ruins of the ancient port of Adramytteion have emerged following an unprecedented recession of the Aegean Sea, reports Haberler. The sea’s mysterious retreat of approximately…
Ancient Fish-Trapping Canals Discovered by Drone Archaeology in Belize
A groundbreaking archaeological discovery using drones and Google Earth has revealed an intricate 4,000-year-old network of fish-trapping canals in Belize’s Yucatán peninsula, according to research published in Science Advances. Aerial Technology Reveals Hidden History The research team used drone technology…
Drone LiDAR Reveals Lost Medieval Cities Along Silk Road, Revolutionizing Archaeological Research
In a groundbreaking archaeological discovery, drone-based LiDAR technology has unveiled two extensive medieval cities hidden in the mountains of Uzbekistan, challenging our understanding of ancient trade routes and urban development. The findings, recently published in Nature, demonstrate how modern aerial…
Drone Tech Uncovers Potential Civil War Submarine in NJ Creek
In a thrilling development for history buffs and drone enthusiasts alike, a high-tech aerial survey has potentially located a long-lost piece of Civil War history. The Philadelphia Inquirer reports that a drone equipped with advanced magnetometer technology may have pinpointed…
Journalism Students Take to the Skies in New Drone Filming Course
The Reynolds School of Journalism at the University of Nevada, Reno has introduced a new course that’s taking journalism to new heights – literally. The “Introduction to Drone Filming” class is giving students hands-on experience with unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs),…
Capturing History: The Role of Drone Photography in the Newfoundland Shipwreck
A Unique Perspective from Above In Cape Ray, Newfoundland, a significant historical discovery has emerged in the form of a 19th-century shipwreck. This event has not only captivated the small community but has also highlighted the crucial role of drone…
Unearthing Hidden History: A Revolutionary Drone-Assisted Archaeological Project in Guatemala
Pioneering Technology Meets Ancient Secrets In a groundbreaking collaboration, DJI, a leader in drone technology, teamed up with DEL and renowned archaeologist Richard Hansen for an ambitious archaeological project in the remote jungles of Guatemala. Spearheaded by Kyle Miller, the…
Unearthing Hidden Histories: Drones Reveal Untold Stories of WWII’s Fierce Battle
In an awe-inspiring blend of technology and history, archaeologists have unveiled the untold remnants of the Battle of the Bulge, one of World War II’s most fierce and deadly confrontations. Using state-of-the-art LiDAR equipment fixed to drones, the team detected…
Drone Discovery: Unveiling 7,000-Year-Old Cave Art
In a remarkable feat of modern drone technology meeting ancient history, archaeologists, using drone cameras, have unearthed prehistoric cave paintings, around 7,000 years old, in remote parts of Spain. Researchers from the University of Alicante have utilized drones, a DJI…