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Cape Coral Police Department Launches Drone Program
The Cape Coral Police Department (CCPD) launched its Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Program, to enhance community safety with drones/
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Drone Pilot Grounded: Court Rules License Needed for Aerial Mapping
In a decision, a federal appeals court ruled that a North Carolina drone pilot cannot offer aerial mapping services without a state surveyor's license.
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Drone to Survey Snake River Levee in Jackson Hole
Jackson Hole residents witnessed a drone flight over the Snake River on Monday, May 20. This operation, conducted by Jackson Hole Fire/EMS
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Future of Heavy Lifting: DJI FlyCart 30’s Impressive Capabilities
The DJI FlyCart 30 drone isn't just another flying gadget—it's a powerhouse built for heavy-duty tasks. Gene Nagata, aka Potato Jet, recently
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Drones Smuggle Drugs Across Niagara River: 3 Suspects Caught in New York
A smuggling operation that used drones to fly drugs from Canada into upstate New York has been uncovered, leading to the arrest of three suspects.
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Turkish Drone Finds Iran President’s Crashed Helicopter, Draws Star and Crescent
A Turkish drone found the crashed helicopter carrying Iran’s President Ayatollah Ebrahim Raisi in the mountains of East Azerbaijan, Iran. The drone’s flight path then drew a crescent, visible on flight tracking websites, reports NDTV. The Crash President Raisi and Iran’s Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian were on board the Bell 212 Helicopter when it crashed…
Ukraine
Poland Completes TB2 Drone Purchase from Turkey’s Baykar
Poland just got its final delivery of TB2 drones from Turkey’s Baykar, wrapping up a deal worth $270 million for 24 combat drones. This purchase marks a significant milestone in Poland’s defense capabilities and highlights the growing importance of drone technology in modern warfare, reports Defense News. The Deal and Deliveries In May 2021, Poland…
Ukraine
Ukraine Claims Major Victory with Drone Strike on Russian Ship
Ukraine’s Ministry of Defence has claimed a significant triumph in its ongoing conflict with Russia, announcing the destruction of a Russian ship in the Black Sea. This latest development marks another blow for Russia amidst escalating tensions. Ukrainian Drone Strike Hits Russian Ship Ukraine’s Ministry of Defence reported that Ukrainian forces destroyed a Russian minesweeper,…
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