In a pioneering move, Ondas Holdings Inc. announced today a monumental milestone in the Drone Industry. Their Airobotics Optimus-1EX drone, aimed at autonomous security and data capture, has clinched the U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Type Certification, the highest standard…
Imagine wanting to dive into a refreshing pool, only to find it’s turned neon green! That’s what happened at the Quality Inn in Galloway Township and a few other places in New Jersey this summer. The culprit? A drone dropping…
Houston’s very own Bristow Group is making some major waves in the world of vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft. Once known primarily for helicopters, they’re now pushing the envelope with the introduction of some high-tech cargo drones. The Buzz…
Jordanian Authorities Shoot Down DJI Drone Carrying Crystal Meth On Monday, Jordan’s vigilant authorities swiftly shot down a DJI drone attempting to smuggle drugs over its eastern borders. This marks the fourth time such an incident has occurred in a…
In this weekly UAS News update, we have three stories for you. First, Aloft integrates Remote ID into their Fleet Management. Phoenix Air gets nationwide BVLOS approval. Lastly, an AI system proves faster at FPV racing than professional FPV pilots.…
Another revelation has emerged regarding the DJI Mini 4 Pro. Earlier today, we came across a tweet by Mukul Sharma, who boasts a significant following on his X/Twitter account. The tweet displays an intriguing listing, purportedly from the IMDA database,…
When you hear the names “Vegas,” “Red Bull,” “Formula 1,” and “Johnny FPV” in the same sentence, you’re bound to expect a visual spectacle. And this short video does not disappoint. No medium can immerse a viewer into the heart…
In an unprecedented move, the Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma (CNO) and their technology partner, uAvionix, have made history. They’ve completed America’s first drone flights that go beyond the visual line of sight (BVLOS) using aviation-protected C-Band radio. This marks a…
Drones have undeniably transformed the way we capture aerial imagery. Their rise in popularity and technological advancements have led enthusiasts like me, Billy Kyle, to test their limits regularly. A few weeks ago, I found myself in San Luis Obispo,…
The field of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is showcasing its prowess, with robots besting humans in increasingly complex tasks. A groundbreaking example emerged from the University of Zurich, where engineers unveiled an AI-driven drone, named “Swift“, that dominated human opponents in…
On the inaugural day of the U.S. Open, the New York Police Department (NYPD) issued a stern warning: Flushing Meadows is off-limits to drones. The NYPD emphasized a stringent a no-drone or “zero-tolerance policy” for any drones observed around the…
During the high-octane events of the Manx Grand Prix, a motorcycle fan got a hefty fine for operating a drone where it shouldn’t have been. Thomas Rudd, a 25-year-old, faced a £3,000 ($3,788) penalty for flying his device near the…
