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In a chilling video shared on social media, a Ukrainian FPV (first-person view) drone equipped with night vision capabilities is seen silently tracking two seemingly unaware Russian soldiers in a wooded area at night. The footage, captured by the drone’s infrared camera, provides a glimpse into the lethal potential of these silent, explosive-laden drones. Night…
In a scene reminiscent of World War II, a Ukrainian Yak-52 propeller-driven trainer aircraft shot down Russian reconnaissance drones over the southern city of Odesa using machine guns. The incident, which took place on April 27, 2024, highlights the ongoing war in Ukraine, which has been characterized by a mix of past conflicts and new…
Nynja Plane Crashes in Russia, 600 Miles from Ukraine Border Ukrainian engineers have apparently converted another sport plane into a long-range strike drone, with one crashing inside Russia, reportedly more than 600 miles from the Russia-Ukraine border. This matches the depth of the first strike by a Ukrainian sport plane laden with explosives. Photos Reveal…
A WBTV investigation has revealed that the vast majority of North Carolina sheriff’s offices rely on Chinese-made DJI drones for critical public safety operations, despite increasingly politicized national security concerns surrounding the company. The survey found that DJI drones play a vital role in law enforcement activities, from locating missing persons to apprehending suspects, reports…
Quick-Thinking Mercenary Avoids Deadly Drone Attack In a stunning display of quick thinking and resourcefulness, a Russian mercenary identified as Private Khamatov saved his life by hurling a sack of potatoes at an attacking Ukrainian drone. The astonishing footage captures the moment when Khamatov, spotting the incoming UAV, grabbed the nearest object at hand—a bag…
U.S. Lawmakers Consider Banning DJI Drones Amid National Security Concerns In a move that could ground the fleet of DJI drones across the country, U.S. lawmakers are weighing an FCC ban on the China-based drone manufacturer. This potential ban comes on the heels of recent actions taken against TikTok, as the federal government continues to…
The United States, in coordination with the United Kingdom and Canada, has issued new sanctions on Iran, targeting Iranian drones, their use by Russia in the war in Ukraine, and the shipment of Iranian commodities. The U.S. Treasury Department accused over a dozen entities, individuals, and vessels of facilitating and financing the clandestine sale of…
Pixel Drone Show Greg Reverdiau, Haye Kesteloo interview Josh Ogden AVSS CEO AVSS about compliant parachute recovery systems for drones.
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