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A search operation, that included a drone was in progress for a 31-year-old man who fell into the Mohawk River near the dam at Lock 12 in Amsterdam, NY, late Thursday morning, reports CBS 6 News. According to Montgomery County Sheriff Jeffery Smith, the man was fishing when his pole got snagged and fell out…
China has successfully completed the maiden flight test of its homegrown commercial cargo drone, the HH-100, in the northwest part of the country. The HH-100, developed by the Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC), reportedly took off on June 12 in Xi’an, the provincial capital of the Shaanxi province. Efficient Air Logistics The HH-100 is…
Milrem Robotics and AEC Skyline have taken a significant leap in military robotics by integrating Starlink satellite communications into the THeMIS Unmanned Ground Vehicle (UGV). Interesting Engineering explains that this advanced technology allows for the safe deployment of unmanned combat support vehicles to the battlefield while operators remain at a secure distance, even thousands of…
In a recent video, Adam Bry, CEO and founder of Skydio, provided an update on the company’s progress and the growing impact of drones in public safety. While the update highlighted the potential benefits of Skydio’s drones, it also raised important questions about the company’s controversial lobbying efforts aimed at pushing Chinese drone maker DJI…
The Rising Dependence on DJI Drones Kentucky’s Hardin County sheriffs’ first drone, a DJI Matrice 300, became a game-changer in 2021 when it swiftly identified teenagers vandalizing a large farm. This success led the department to build a fleet of DJI drones, which have since been crucial in diverse operations. They have been used for…
A New Era in Shark Surveillance As shark attacks rise in Australia, drones are proving to be a game-changer in keeping beachgoers safe. Nathaniel Woodcock, a 21-year-old drone pilot, spotted a great white shark heading toward swimmers at a beach in Mollymook, reports The Washington Post. His quick response and the drone’s warning system helped…
DJI Drone Technology Enhances Safety at the Jersey Shore Ocean City, New Jersey, has introduced a new police DJI drone unit to boost public safety and operational efficiency. Led by Lt. Mark Pancoast, the unit comprises three drones and five FAA-certified pilots, with a clear mandate to enhance officer and public safety, reports 6 ABC.…
Papillion Resident Faces Felony Charges for Unlawful Surveillance Jamal Gloe, a 27-year-old man from Papillion, Nebraska, entered a plea of “no contest” on Wednesday to four counts of intentionally filming a person without consent using a drone. Each count carries a potential sentence of up to two years in prison and a $10,000 fine, reports…
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