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USGS Captures Stunning Close-Up of Kīlauea Lava Pond Using DJI Matrice 600 Drone
USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory geologists have captured remarkable close-up imagery of an active lava pond within Kīlauea’s summit crater using advanced Dji drone technology, providing unprecedented scientific documentation of the volcano’s ongoing eruptive activity. During uncrewed aircraft systems overflights on…
NATO’s Thunder Wasp GT Drone by Patria & ACC Revealed
Finnish defense company Patria and Swedish drone maker ACC Innovation AB have signed a cooperation agreement to jointly develop a military version of the quadcopter-style Thunder Wasp GT drone for military use by NATO member nations. The collaboration is the…
Greece Bolsters Wildfire Defense with Doubled Drone Fleet in 2025
Greece is intensifying its wildfire response by nearly doubling its drone fleet and deploying a record 18,000 firefighters this summer, as reported by The Independent. With climate change driving more frequent and severe wildfires, the country is leveraging advanced drone…
Aurora Approves Drone Defense Pact Near Buckley Space Force Base
On May 22, 2025, the Aurora City Council greenlighted a resolution to collaborate with federal authorities in tackling drone threats near Buckley Space Force Base, a critical hub for national defense operations. This agreement, detailed in a report by The…
FAA Approves Amazon Drone Delivery for Lithium-Ion Battery Products
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) granted Amazon’s Prime Air program approval to deliver products containing lithium-ion batteries, such as iPhones and AirPods, marking a significant step for the company’s drone delivery ambitions. The Verge reported that this clearance allows Amazon…
DJI Mavic 4 Pro: Unavailable to Drone Pilots in the US
The DJI Mavic 4 Pro is here. It’s sleek, it’s powerful, and it’s arguably the most advanced consumer drone DJI has ever released. But if you’re in the United States, you’ve probably already realized something: you can’t buy it. After…
NASA Awards Grants for Drone Innovations in Hurricane Relief and Air Traffic Cybersecurity
NASA has selected two university teams to develop drone technologies tackling real-world aviation challenges, focusing on hurricane relief and securing air traffic systems against cyber threats. Funded through NASA’s University Student Research Challenge (USRC), each team receives up to $80,000…
Fisherman’s Drone Rescue: Girl Seconds from Drowning Saved
A shark fisherman uses a drone to save a girl from drowning in Pensacola beach, by flying a flotation device out to her, reports The Guardian. On May 15, Florida man Andrew Smith made the last minute decision to try…
Ukraine’s Drone Innovations Reshape Modern Warfare, Inspire NATO
Ukraine’s rapid advancements in drone technology have transformed the battlefield, positioning the country as a global leader in unmanned systems. Since Russia’s invasion escalated in February 2022, Ukraine’s military has leveraged its tech sector to deploy drones that dominate land,…
China’s Jiu Tian Drone Carrier Nears First Mission, Raising Stakes in Aerial Combat
China’s advanced “drone carrier,” Jiu Tian, is set to launch its first mission by the end of June 2025, marking a bold step in extending the Chinese air force’s unmanned aerial combat capabilities. This high-altitude, jet-powered unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV)…
Captain Kyle Nordfors and Dr. Robert Koester Honored at Global Search & Rescue Excellence Awards
On May 16, 2025, two Americans were celebrated at the Global Search & Rescue Excellence Awards in London for their transformative contributions to search and rescue (SAR). Captain Kyle Nordfors of the Weber County Sheriff’s Office won the Unsung Hero…
DoorDash and Wing Launch Drone Delivery in Charlotte, Boosting Fast Food Access
In a groundbreaking move for local logistics, DoorDash and Wing have introduced drone delivery in Charlotte, North Carolina, marking the city’s first foray into aerial food transport. Starting today, customers near The Arboretum Shopping Center can order from local favorites…