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Drone-Equipped Deputies Quickly Apprehend Violent Home Invasion Suspect in Fort Myers
A drone surveillance unit played a crucial role in the swift capture of a violent home invasion suspect in Tice, Florida, demonstrating the growing importance of unmanned aerial technology in law enforcement operations, reports Naples News. Swift Aerial Response Leads…
Russia Launches Overnight Drone Attack on Kyiv, Air Defenses Neutralize Threat
Moscow has initiated another aerial assault on Ukraine’s capital, deploying attack drones against Kyiv in the early hours of Sunday morning. Ukrainian air defense systems successfully intercepted and destroyed approximately twelve unmanned aerial vehicles over the city’s airspace, reports Reuters.…
Spanish Police Bust Drone Drug Ring Using Ukrainian-Made UAVs for Moroccan Hash Runs
Spanish law enforcement has dealt a significant blow to an advanced drug trafficking operation that employed Ukrainian-manufactured drones to smuggle hashish across the Mediterranean. The sophisticated smuggling ring operated from Spain’s southern coastal regions, using custom-built unmanned aircraft to ferry…
Revolutionary Drone Design Takes Flight: Scientists Successfully Mimic Pigeon Aerodynamics Using Natural Feathers
In a remarkable fusion of biology and aerospace engineering, researchers have achieved a significant breakthrough in drone technology by creating a bird-like drone that flies without a vertical tail, perfectly mimicking pigeon flight mechanics. This groundbreaking research, led by aerospace…
‘Not Just Hobbyists’: Former UFO Expert Links Foreign Powers to RAF Base Drone Activity
In a concerning development for military security, unidentified drones were detected hovering over three US Air Force bases in East Anglia, England, during November 2023. The suspicious activity occurred between November 20-22 at RAF Lakenheath, RAF Mildenhall, and RAF Feltwell,…
Lower Township Police Invests $70K in Advanced Drone Command Vehicle
A significant upgrade to emergency response capabilities is coming to Lower Township, New Jersey as the council approves a $70,614 investment in a sophisticated drone command control mobile unit. The 2024 Ram Promaster van, set to be outfitted by 10-75…
Cleveland Police Deploy Drone at Pro-Palestine Protest Despite Lacking DOJ Approval
A controversial drone deployment by Cleveland Police has sparked debate after officers used the unmanned aircraft to monitor protesters outside County Executive Chris Ronayne’s residence, despite lacking required Department of Justice authorization, reports Signal Cleveland. Unauthorized Surveillance Operation The Cleveland…
Mystery Drone Drops Paint on Russian Embassy in Stockholm
A drone incident at the Russian embassy in Stockholm has escalated diplomatic tensions between Sweden and Russia, as an unidentified unmanned aircraft dropped paint within the diplomatic compound’s grounds early Friday morning, according to Reuters. Diplomatic Disruption Takes Flight The…
Mystery Drone Incursions Over US Military Bases in UK Prompt Government Action
Multiple unauthorized drone flights have been detected over four US military airbases in the United Kingdom, triggering a strong response from British authorities and the deployment of RAF personnel to investigate these concerning incidents, reports BBC News. Wave of Drone…
Drone News: New DJI Releases, Anzu Automated Flights, Washington Drone Rescue
Welcome to your Weekly UAS News Update! We have three stories for you: DJI launches two new Agras products, Anzu Robotics with automated flight planning, and then lastly, a drone rescue in Washington. Let’s get to it! DJI Product Launches…
Former Obama AG Withdraws from DJI Lawsuit Against Pentagon Amid Controversy
Former U.S. Attorney General Loretta Lynch has withdrawn from representing DJI Technology in its lawsuit against the Pentagon, following intense criticism from Representative Elise Stefanik and others over her decision to represent the Chinese drone manufacturer, reports the National Review.…
Armed Drones Could Guard Texas Schools Under New Security Bill
A groundbreaking bill filed for Texas’s upcoming legislative session proposes using armed drones as school security measures, marking a significant shift in approaches to campus safety. State Representative Ryan Guillen’s legislation aims to enhance school security through a combination of…