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The new DJI Mavic 4 Pro was released today and everybody is hyped about what this 2-pound bird can do for you. Is it going to be the 360-degree rotating gimbal for infinity shoots that we used to do on land—the first upgrade that we are going to abuse? Or maybe the 6K 60 FPS…
The University of Kentucky is pioneering a new approach to healthcare access by testing drone deliveries of medical supplies in rural Appalachia. This pilot study, a collaboration between the University’s Center of Excellence in Rural Health in Hazard, the USA Drone Port, and Kentucky Homeland, aims to address the challenges of delivering essential personal protective…
In Ogden, Utah, over 260 public safety professionals from across the U.S. convened for a weeklong drone training event starting May 5, 2025, hosted by the Weber County Sheriff’s Office and the Law Enforcement Drone Association (LEDA), reports the Standard-Examiner. This initiative underscores the growing role of drones in enhancing search and rescue, disaster response,…
On May 9, 2025, Business Insider reported a high-stakes competition unfolding in the Arctic, where NATO countries and Russia are racing to develop drones capable of operating in one of the planet’s harshest environments. This technological showdown, driven by geopolitical tensions, underscores the growing role of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) in modern warfare and surveillance,…
The ongoing conflict in Ukraine has ushered in a new era of warfare, where drones are forcing rapid tactical evolution on the battlefield. According to a detailed report by The National, Russian paratroopers are now training on motorcycles to counter the pervasive threat of Ukrainian drones, highlighting a shift in military strategy driven by unmanned…
On May 7, 2025, Kalamazoo police deployed a drone to apprehend a juvenile suspect linked to over 30 vehicle break-ins near Western Michigan University, showcasing the growing role of drone technology in law enforcement. The Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety (KDPS) reported the arrest after officers responded to suspicious activity, highlighting how drones enhance police…
Welcome to your weekly UAS news update. We have four stories for you this week. First, DJI teases the Mavic 4 Pro with a release date. Second, a heartwarming story from Michigan where a drone located a missing person. Third, more DJI news with a potential leak window for the Mini 5 Pro. Finally, a…
On May 9, 2025, India accused Pakistan of launching drone and missile attacks on three military bases in Indian territory and Indian-administered Kashmir, marking a historic escalation in their decades-long rivalry. Pakistan denied the claims, asserting it downed 25 Indian drones, as both nuclear-armed neighbors deploy unmanned systems in a volatile border conflict, according to…
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