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FAA Accepts Vantis for Safety Mitigation for Recurring BVLOS Drone Operations
The FAA signed a Letter of Acceptance (LOA) for the use of Vantis as a safety mitigation for beyond-visual line-of-sight (BVLOS) drone operations.
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Green Day Interrupted Mid-Song by Drone Threat at Detroit Concert
Green Day was mid-song Wednesday night at Comerica Park in Detroit when the band suddenly ran off stage because of a drone threat. The incident, which caused a brief pause in the concert, highlights the growing concern over drones in public spaces. Drone Disrupts Green Day Concert The band was performing “Longview” when someone ran…
ACSL
ACSL Unveils New Thermal Camera for SOTEN Drone and Expands Advisory Board
ACSL, the Japanese drone maker, announced a new thermal camera for its SOTEN drone and the appointment of three advisory board members.
Aloft
Ukraine Unveils Balloon-Carried Drone Detection System
Ukraine has developed an innovative balloon-carried electronic warfare system designed to detect enemy drone operators, offering a more comprehensive solution than tackling individual drones. The system, known as Aero Azimuth, points to a resurgence in interest in elevated sensors, especially those mounted on aerostats, reports The War Zone. The Aero Azimuth System Aero Azimuth was…
North Korea
North Korea Expands Drone Program with New Hangar Construction at Panghyon Airbase
North Korea is reportedly constructing seven large hangars at Panghyon Airbase, signaling a significant expansion of its drone program, according to analysis by NK News. This development suggests a move towards deploying aircraft for regular reconnaissance missions and flight training. New Hangars for Advanced Drones Satellite imagery from Planet Labs reveals the frames for seven…
Legal
Unauthorized Drone Surveillance Leads to Legal Battle in Arkansas
A contentious legal dispute has erupted in Arkansas, centering on the alleged unauthorized use of a drone for surveillance. According to the Arkansas Democrat Gazette, Clean Harbors, a hazardous waste disposal company, is facing serious consequences for a drone flight over a competitor’s facility. The Drone Incident In October 2023, Veolia’s subsidiary, Elemental Environmental Solutions,…
Ukraine
Russia Launches Ambitious Drone Education Program in Over 500 Schools
According to a recent tweet by Samuel Bendett, a prominent analyst of Russian military affairs, Russia is set to implement a sweeping educational initiative focused on unmanned aerial systems (UAS) across the country. Bendett’s tweet, based on Russian media reports, outlines a significant expansion of drone-related education in Russian schools: According to Russian media, starting…
Police
Texas National Guard Deploys Drones to Combat Illegal Border Crossings
Texas is leveraging drone technology as part of its ongoing efforts to secure the southern border and curb illegal immigration. According to a recent update from the Office of the Texas Governor, the Texas National Guard is using drones equipped with thermal imaging and GPS capabilities to assist law enforcement in detecting and apprehending individuals…
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