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Russian Drones Violate NATO Airspace, Sparking Concerns
Two NATO countries reported Russian drone incursions into their airspace, raising tensions in the region. According to The Guardian, Romania and Latvia both experienced airspace violations by Russian drones, prompting swift responses from the military alliance. Romanian Airspace Breach Romania’s…
Preston Police Seize Drones for Breaching No-Fly Zone During BBC Festival
Preston Police have reportedly seized three drones for breaching the no-flight zone imposed during the BBC Radio 2 In The Park festival in Moor Park in the United Kingdom. The restrictions were put in place to ensure the safety and…
Lawmakers Urge Action on Chinese Agriculture Drones
A dozen Republican lawmakers are pushing the Biden administration to address the use of Chinese-manufactured agriculture drones, citing national security risks. In a letter seen by Reuters, the lawmakers, including Representatives Elise Stefanik, Ashley Hinson, and John Moolenaar, have asked…
Mysterious Underwater Drone Discovered Off Waikiki Coast
A routine fishing trip off the coast of Waikiki, Hawaii, took an unexpected turn on Friday, August 30, when boaters stumbled across a mysterious object floating in the ocean. The sleek, bright yellow object, initially mistaken for a capsized boat,…
Russian Drones Violate NATO Airspace in Romania and Latvia
Recent reports indicate that Russian drones have violated the airspace of multiple NATO countries, including Romania and Latvia, according to the Associated Press and other sources. This marks a significant escalation in the ongoing conflict. Incident Details The violations occurred…
The Truth About DJI Drones and National Security
The continued effort by American lawmakers to ban DJI from selling its products in the United States is centered around the idea that it’s in the best interests of national security. However, many entities, including myself, believe this claim is…
Utah’s The Point Development Eyes Drone Taxis as Future Transportation
Utah is gearing up for a futuristic mode of transportation: drone taxis. The Point, a 600-acre residential and commercial development in Draper, is seriously considering integrating drone taxis into its plans, according to Fox 13 Now. Located between Metro Salt…
DJI Neo, FCC Updates Freqs., Legal Battle in AR, DJI ME Gets 4G
Welcome to your Weekly UAS News update. We have four stories for you this week: Let’s dive into the details. DJI Neo Release First up this week, DJI finally released the Neo. We’ve covered many of the Neo leaks over…
Western Australia Police Force Enhances Operations with Drone-in-a-Box Systems
Southern Cross Drones has secured a significant contract with the Western Australia Police Force (WAPOL) to provide state-of-the-art drone-in-a-box systems. This partnership aims to enhance WAPOL’s operational efficiency and public safety efforts across the region. The announcement, made on September…
FAA Accepts Vantis for Safety Mitigation for Recurring BVLOS Drone Operations
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has signed a Letter of Acceptance (LOA) for the use of Vantis as a safety mitigation for beyond-visual line-of-sight (BVLOS) drone operations. This move is set to accelerate the path to recurring BVLOS flights for…
Green Day Interrupted Mid-Song by Drone Threat at Detroit Concert
Green Day was mid-song Wednesday night at Comerica Park in Detroit when the band suddenly ran off stage because of a drone threat. The incident, which caused a brief pause in the concert, highlights the growing concern over drones in…
The DJI Neo: A Game Changer for Drone Enthusiasts
I’ve already recorded the intro to this video, but I felt it was important to share this story before we dive in. I’ve been flying drones for over seven and a half years, and until now, I’ve never been able…