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US House Votes to Ban New DJI Drones Amid China Concerns
US House Bans New DJI Drones: A Closer Look The US House of Representatives has just approved the Countering CCP Drones Act (H.R. 2864), a bill aimed at banning the operation of new drones from Chinese manufacturer DJI in the…
Ukraine’s Drones Target Moscow: Over 30 Flights Suspended
In a significant escalation, Ukraine’s drones have targeted Moscow, leading to the suspension of more than 30 flights and causing damage to residential buildings. According to Reuters, Russian officials reported shooting down at least 15 drones around Moscow overnight, with…
Kentucky Manhunt: Drones Aid Search for Highway Shooter
A rural community in Kentucky is on high alert as authorities continue their search for a suspect involved in a highway shooting spree that left five people seriously wounded. The manhunt, which has now entered its third day, has seen…
Texas Police Department to Deploy Emergency Response Drones
The Bee Cave Police Department in Texas is gearing up to launch a pioneering drone program for emergency response. According to a recent Fox News report, the department demonstrated their new autonomous drone system, dubbed “AV8,” on Friday. Eye in…
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…