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DJI Unveils Budget-Friendly Goggles N3 with Ultra-Wide FOV for FPV Flight
DJI just dropped their latest FPV goggles aimed at making immersive drone flying more accessible to newcomers. The new Goggles N3, priced at $229, offers pilots an impressive 54-degree field of view and up to 2.7 hours of flight time,…
Amazon’s New MK30 Delivery Drones Set to Take Flight in Phoenix Metro Area
A groundbreaking development in drone delivery is about to unfold in Arizona as Amazon prepares to launch its advanced MK30 drone delivery service in metro Phoenix, according to the Phoenix Business Journal. FAA Approval Opens New Chapter Amazon recently secured…
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…
FBI Thwarts Plot to Attack Nashville Power Grid Using Explosive-Laden Drone
A potentially catastrophic attack on Nashville’s critical infrastructure was prevented when the FBI arrested a 24-year-old Tennessee man who allegedly planned to crash an explosives-equipped drone into a power substation, according to the Department of Justice. The Drone Attack Plot…
High School Drone Program Gets $5K Boost for Pre-Construction Aerial Documentation
Batesville High School Charter’s drone and aviation program just got a major upgrade thanks to a $5,000 donation that’ll help students capture aerial imagery for a local construction project, according to a report from White River Now. Students Take Flight…
Police Drone Captures Stabbing, Leads to Historic Conviction in Maryland
A groundbreaking case in Maryland has demonstrated the powerful impact of drone technology in law enforcement, as drone footage helped secure a conviction in a violent assault case. First reported by Montgomery County officials, this marks the first time drone…
WDFW Launches Drone Program to Count Waterfowl in Washington State
Washington’s wildlife officials are taking to the skies with drones to revolutionize how they track swan and goose populations. The Washington State Department of Fish and Wildlife (WDFW) has initiated a multi-year drone survey program across three counties, according to…
Drones Light Up Night Searches in Spain’s Devastating Floods
In the wake of Spain’s deadliest floods in decades, drones are proving to be crucial tools in the ongoing search and rescue efforts. The Guardia Civil is using drones equipped with spotlights to continue the search for missing persons through…
Weekly UAS News Update: Skydio, DJI vs DoD, Michigan Lawsuit, Goggles N3
Welcome to Weekly UAS News Update. We have four stories for you this week: Skydio sanctions by China, the Michigan Coalition of Drone Operators versus the University of Michigan lawsuit, more information on the DJI lawsuit, and new possibly DJI…
US AI-Powered Drones Prove Their Worth in Ukraine’s Electronic Warfare Challenge
Shield AI, a California-based drone startup, has achieved a significant breakthrough in Ukraine with their V-BAT drone successfully operating in heavily jammed airspace, according to a recent Wall Street Journal report. The company’s success marks a rare victory for Western…
NYPD Expands Drone Program: Police Cars to Carry Emergency Response Drones
The New York Police Department is advancing its Drone as First Responder program into its third phase, announcing plans to equip police vehicles with drones for rapid emergency response. This expansion marks a significant evolution in how the NYPD deploys…
US Drone Maker Skydio Faces Critical Supply Chain Crisis After Chinese Sanctions
Skydio, America’s largest drone manufacturer and a vital supplier to Ukraine’s military, is grappling with an unprecedented supply chain crisis after Beijing imposed sweeping sanctions, blocking access to essential components, according to the Financial Times. Supply Chain Disruption Threatens Operations…