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NYSEG and RG&E Deploy Drones for Critical Winter Power Line Inspections
NYSEG and RG&E are ramping up their drone inspection program to evaluate thousands of miles of power transmission lines as winter approaches in New York state. The utility companies demonstrated their advanced aerial inspection capabilities on Thursday, showcasing how drones…
Drones Help NY State Buildings Meet Climate Goals Through Energy Analysis
Syracuse University’s Center of Excellence (CoE) is pioneering innovative drone-based techniques to assess building energy efficiency across New York state, according to a report from The Daily Orange. Drone Technology for Building Assessment SUNY ESF professors Shayan Mirzabeigi and Paul…
Drone Disrupts Protected Bird Colony, Forces Mass Exodus from California Park
A reckless drone incident scattered a large colony of protected white-tailed kites from their winter roost at Meadow Park in San Luis Obispo, California, according to The Tribune. Drone Incident Causes Immediate Impact On October 24, a drone flew directly…
NYPD Revolutionizes Emergency Response with Citywide Drone First Responder Program
In a groundbreaking move that signals a new era in urban law enforcement, the New York Police Department has launched its “Drone as First Responder” (DFR) program, deploying autonomous aerial vehicles across three boroughs. The initiative, unveiled by Mayor Eric…
Defense Giant Highlights Complex Path to Safe Drone Delivery Integration
Major questions about airspace safety and integration challenges need to be addressed before drone delivery services can fully take off, according to insights from Northrop Grumman and other key industry players in a recent comprehensive report. Complex Integration Challenges Northrop…
Ukrainian Drone Strike Ignites Russian Oil Depot as Kyiv’s Unmanned Warfare Capabilities Show Growing Sophistication
A Ukrainian drone successfully struck an oil depot in Russia’s Belgorod Oblast on November 12, marking another significant development in Ukraine’s expanding unmanned aerial campaign. The precision strike ignited a silo near Stary Oskol, though quick response from ten fire…
NASA Invests $11.5M in Revolutionary Aircraft Studies for Sustainable Aviation Future
NASA’s taking a big step toward greener skies with a massive $11.5 million investment in five cutting-edge aircraft design studies. The project, part of their Advanced Aircraft Concepts for Environmental Sustainability (AACES) 2050 initiative, aims to revolutionize commercial aviation by…
Olympic Drone Scandal: Canada Soccer’s Unauthorized Surveillance Leads to Suspensions and Reform
An independent investigation has revealed that Canada’s women’s soccer coaching staff used drones to spy on New Zealand’s practice sessions during the 2024 Paris Olympics, as reported by The Athletic. The Drone Incident In a shocking breach of sporting ethics,…
US Cities Race to Launch Air Taxi Networks Before 2026 World Cup
Major US cities are gearing up for the integration of air taxis and advanced drone technology into their urban landscapes, with Los Angeles leading the charge as it prepares to launch an urban air mobility network by the 2026 FIFA…
Alaska Telecom Deploys Innovative All-Weather DJI Drone Dock for Remote Tower Inspections
In a groundbreaking move for remote infrastructure maintenance, the Cordova Telecom Cooperative (CTC) has partnered with Alaska Remote Imaging (ARI) to test a year-round drone inspection system at their Crater Lake site, according to the Cordova Times. Advanced Drone System…
Real Estate Developer Faces $270,000 FAA Fine for Harassing Unhoused People with Drones
A Pueblo real estate developer is facing substantial fines from the Federal Aviation Administration for repeatedly using drones to harass unhoused individuals. Henry “Hank” Borunda, who owns several downtown Pueblo properties including the La Bella Union Plaza, has been hit…
China Shows Off Massive Drone Mothership at Zhuhai Airshow’s First-Ever Drone Zone
China’s largest aviation showcase has taken flight in Zhuhai, featuring a dedicated drone zone for the first time in the show’s history. The star attraction? A massive drone mothership capable of unleashing swarms of smaller UAVs for both intelligence gathering…