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Oregon House Passes Strict Drone Interference Law, Escalating Penalties to Felony Status
In a unanimous vote, the Oregon House has approved House Bill 3426, a measure that significantly strengthens penalties for drone operators who disrupt emergency response operations, elevating intentional interference to a Class C felony. Reported by KOBI-TV NBC5, the legislation,…
NTT’s Lightning-Triggering Drone Survives Strike, Aims to Protect Infrastructure
In a groundbreaking advancement, Japanese tech giant NTT has developed a drone capable of triggering and surviving lightning strikes, a feat demonstrated during tests in December 2024 and January 2025. NTT’s announcement details the drone’s ability to induce lightning at…
Aspen Police Drone Program Enhances Public Safety with Advanced UAV Technology
Five months into its pioneering drone program, the Aspen Police Department is leveraging cutting-edge unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to bolster public safety, manage crowds, and conduct search-and-rescue operations, according to the Aspen Times. This initiative aligns with a growing trend…
Fiber-Optic Drones Redefine Warfare in Ukraine, Challenging Defenses
In Ukraine’s evolving battlefield, fiber-optic kamikaze drones are emerging as a formidable weapon, capable of bypassing electronic jamming and striking targets with unprecedented precision. The Guardian reports that these wired first-person-view (FPV) drones, trailing 10-20 kilometers (6-12 miles) of fiber-optic…
Drones with AI and Thermal Imaging Transform Search and Rescue in Vancouver’s North Shore Mountains
Every year, thousands explore Vancouver’s North Shore Mountains, but over 100 adventurers require rescue after getting lost or injured in the dense coastal rainforest. North Shore Rescue (NSR), Canada’s busiest volunteer search and rescue team, is revolutionizing its operations with…
Texas House Committee approves drone ban – What’s Next?
This Week on Drone50: House Bill 41 and Its Impact on Public Safety Welcome back to the latest update in public safety on Drone 5-0 Discussions. Today, we’re diving into a “let’s fix a problem that might not even exist”…
Drone Captures Octopus Hitching Ride on World’s Fastest Shark in Stunning Ocean Discovery
In a groundbreaking marine observation, a research team off New Zealand’s northern coast used a drone to capture rare footage of an octopus clinging to a shortfin mako shark, the fastest shark species in the world. The unusual encounter, reportedly…
Senate Bill 1249 Proposes Radical Shift in Drone Airspace Control, Raising Industry Concerns
A new U.S. Senate bill, S.1249, the Drone Integration and Zoning Act, introduced on April 2, 2025, by Senator Mike Lee of Utah, seeks to redefine low-altitude airspace management, potentially reshaping the drone industry. The legislation proposes granting states, local…
DHL Express Halts Shipments Over $800 to U.S. Consumers: Will DJI Drone Deliveries Stall?
DHL Express, a global logistics giant, has suspended business-to-consumer (B2C) shipments valued over $800 to U.S. individuals starting April 21, 2025, citing new U.S. customs regulations that complicate high-value deliveries. This decision, announced in a Fox Business report, could disrupt…
Oklahoma City Police Drone Rescues Man Struck by Train, Showcasing Skydio’s First Responder Capabilities
In a remarkable display of drone technology’s life-saving potential, the Oklahoma City Police Department (OKCPD) recently released footage of a Skydio drone used to locate and rescue a man critically injured after being struck by a train. The incident, which…
Rare Humpback Whale Sighting in Shallow New Jersey Waters Captured by Drone Artist
A remarkable sighting of humpback whales off the coast of New Jersey has captivated marine enthusiasts and drone professionals alike. Joanna Steidle, a drone art photographer and owner of Hamptons Drone Art, LLC, captured a stunning image of a 32-foot-long…
Chris Tangey’s Drone Films Showcase Australia’s Outback at World Expo 2025
Alice Springs cinematographer Chris Tangey’s drone films are captivating global audiences at the Australia Pavilion during World Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan, which opened on April 13, 2025. His nine short films, displayed on massive 39.4 ft by 19.7 ft…