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Drone Research

3D models from drones were used during a recent study that concluded that Europe's southernmost glaciers will probably be reduced to ice...

Haye KestelooOct 6

Video

The best way to watch action sports is to watch it from an FPV drone. Check out this footage of the Red Bull World Rallycross event in France.

Haye KestelooSep 10

France

The French army says it completed a series of tests with an anti-drone laser to be deployed at the time of the 2024 Olympic Games in Paris.

Wiebe de JagerSep 3

France

A French judge has canceled plans to monitor migrants illegally crossing the Channel using police drones. According to the judge, in view...

Wiebe de JagerAug 31

Video

Ever heard of BoboChic? Neither had we until recently. Thanks to this short video where a drone films street dancers on the Eiffel tower.

Wiebe de JagerAug 17

Iran

French citizen, Benjamin Brière will be tried in Iran for drone spying charges after taking aerial photos in a prohibited area.

Haye KestelooJun 3

Europe

Lovers of beautiful drone images, beware: National Geographic will release the second series of episodes of "Europe from Above", starting...

Wiebe de JagerFeb 24

Drones for Good

The Paris Fire Brigade deployed a new Fotokite tethered drone during a few fire operations in the last days.

Haye KestelooFeb 18

The drone industry moves fast. Stay ahead of it.