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In a groundbreaking marine observation, a research team off New Zealand’s northern coast used a drone to capture rare footage of an octopus clinging to a shortfin mako shark, the fastest shark species in the world. The unusual encounter, reportedly documented in the Hauraki Gulf during a December 2023 expedition, has left scientists baffled and…
A new U.S. Senate bill, S.1249, the Drone Integration and Zoning Act, introduced on April 2, 2025, by Senator Mike Lee of Utah, seeks to redefine low-altitude airspace management, potentially reshaping the drone industry. The legislation proposes granting states, local governments, and private property owners authority over airspace up to 200 feet above ground level…
In a remarkable display of drone technology’s life-saving potential, the Oklahoma City Police Department (OKCPD) recently released footage of a Skydio drone used to locate and rescue a man critically injured after being struck by a train. The incident, which occurred weeks ago on the city’s south side, underscores the transformative role of drones as…
A remarkable sighting of humpback whales off the coast of New Jersey has captivated marine enthusiasts and drone professionals alike. Joanna Steidle, a drone art photographer and owner of Hamptons Drone Art, LLC, captured a stunning image of a 32-foot-long humpback whale in just 10–15 feet of water, an unusually shallow depth for these majestic…
Alice Springs cinematographer Chris Tangey’s drone films are captivating global audiences at the Australia Pavilion during World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, which opened on April 13, 2025. His nine short films, displayed on massive 39.4 ft by 19.7 ft (12 m by 6 m) screens, highlight Australia’s diverse landscapes and wildlife, aligning with the…
Welcome to your weekly UAS news update! This week, we cover a concerning bill in Congress affecting all UAS operators, AMA clubs gaining higher altitude authorization in Class G airspace, DJI launching new enterprise accessories, and Parzero releasing a new parachute system for the Matrice 4 series. Let’s dive in! Senate Bill 1249: Proposed Airspace…
In a move that could transform last-mile logistics in South Texas, Amazon has filed a zoning request with the City of San Antonio to establish a Prime Air Drone Delivery Center at its sprawling East Side robotics fulfillment facility. The proposal, detailed in a filing with the city, aims to convert a 9,400-square-foot section of…
The UK Ministry of Defence (MoD) has successfully tested a high-power microwave weapon, dubbed RapidDestroyer, designed to neutralize drone swarms, a growing threat on modern battlefields like Ukraine. Developed by a Thales-led consortium, the truck-mounted system uses radio frequency energy to disable drone electronics, offering a cost-effective countermeasure against unmanned aerial vehicles (UA
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