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Drones After Dark: A Raw Conversation with Kyle Nordfors
Buckle up for a no-holds-barred dive into the wild world of drones with hosts Bobby Ouyang (SkyeBrowse) and Luis Figueiredo, joined by search-and-rescue ace Kyle Nordfors (Weber County SAR), in the latest episode of their fifth season. This trio doesn’t…
China’s Breakthrough Battery Powers Drone Through Record-Breaking -32.8°F Cold
A research team from China has achieved a groundbreaking milestone in drone technology, successfully flying a hexacopter UAV in temperatures as low as -32.8°F (-36°C) using an advanced lithium battery. Developed by the Dalian Institute of Chemical Physics (DICP), a…
Japanese Drone Maker ACSL Teams Up with Exertis Almo to Expand US Market Presence
Japanese drone manufacturer ACSL has partnered with Exertis Almo to strengthen its distribution network across North America. The agreement, announced today, aims to accelerate the availability of ACSL’s SOTEN drone system through Exertis Almo’s established commercial channels. The partnership comes…
Swedish Court Sets Precedent: First-Ever Drunk Drone Operation Conviction
In a landmark case highlighting evolving drone regulations, a Swedish court has convicted a 55-year-old man of operating a drone while intoxicated, marking the country’s first such prosecution. The drunk drone incident, which occurred at a classic car event in…
Taiwan Emerges as Key Alternative to China’s Drone Supply Chain Dominance, But Challenges Remain
In a significant shift in the global drone industry landscape, Taiwan is positioning itself as a crucial alternative to China’s dominance in drone component manufacturing, though the transition faces substantial hurdles and geopolitical risks, reports the WSJ. Taiwan’s government has…
DJI Mavic 4 Pro: Extra Flight Time Comes with EU Weight Restrictions
DJI’s upcoming Mavic 4 Pro drone will offer an impressive 52-minute maximum flight time but may face regulatory challenges in Europe due to its weight, according to reliable DJI leaker <a href=”https://twitter.com/OsitaLV”>OsitaLV</a>. Weight and Regulatory Implications The new flagship consumer…
Drone Sightings Disrupt Operations at Marine Corps Air Station in Japan
Military and civilian flights were temporarily suspended at Marine Corps Air Station (MCAS) Iwakuni following multiple drone sightings on Sunday evening, highlighting ongoing challenges with unauthorized drone operations near military installations. According to U.S. military and Japanese officials, the incident…
Japanese Joint-Use Airport Latest to Face Drone-Related Disruptions
A series of unauthorized drone sightings forced the temporary closure of Iwakuni Kintaikyo Airport, a strategic joint civilian-military facility in Japan’s Yamaguchi Prefecture, marking the latest in a growing pattern of drone incidents affecting airport operations worldwide according to NHK…
Archer Aviation Set to Launch World’s First Commercial eVTOL Service in Abu Dhabi
Archer Aviation is positioning Abu Dhabi to become the world’s first city with a commercial electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air taxi service, with operations scheduled to begin in 2025. The California-based company recently secured crucial agreements with eight…
China Cuts Drone Component Supply Lines to West, Impacting Ukraine’s Defense Capabilities
Beijing has begun restricting exports of crucial drone components to Western nations, potentially disrupting Ukraine’s military drone program and signaling an escalation in US-China trade tensions. The equipment squeeze follows earlier sanctions on US military contractors and precedes tighter drone…
Sony to Discontinue Airpeak S1 Drone Line in March 2025
In a surprising announcement to its customers, Sony revealed it will end sales of the Airpeak S1 professional drone and most related products by March 2025, citing “recent changes in the business environment” as the reason. Products Being Discontinued The…
FAA’s BVLOS Drone Regulation Delay Sparks Industry-Wide Concerns
The Federal Aviation Administration has missed a critical deadline for publishing regulations on beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone operations, potentially stalling industry growth until January 2025, according to a recent announcement from Congressional leaders. The Missed Deadline Explained…