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Ukraine Deploys AI-Powered Drone Swarms on the Battlefield
Ukraine has begun using AI-powered drone swarms in combat against Russian forces, marking a significant step in modern warfare technology. According to The Wall Street Journal report, Ukrainian forces are leveraging software developed by local company Swarmer that allows groups…
South Korea Is Building a Drone Carrier Fleet
What does a country do when it realizes it won’t have enough sailors to crew its future navy? This isn’t a hypothetical question. For South Korea, it’s a reality, and their answer is one of the boldest military pivots we’ve…
South Korean Drone Commander Suspended Amid Allegations of Illegal Flights Over North Korea
South Korea’s defense ministry suspended Major General Kim Yong-dae, head of the Drone Operations Command, over suspicions that military drones were illegally sent to North Korea last year as part of preparations for former President Yoon Suk Yeol’s martial law…
Parrot’s CHUCK 3.0 Autopilot Powers Up Drone Innovation at Paris Air Show
French drone pioneer Parrot made waves at the Paris Air Show with the launch of CHUCK 3.0, a versatile AI autopilot module that transforms any drone into a high-performance, secure platform. Designed for manufacturers and government users, this compact unit…
DJI Retires Phantom 4, DJI Mavic 4 Leaks, SiFly Releases New Drones, ‘Flying Squirrel’ Drone
Welcome to your weekly UAS news update. We have four stories for you this week: DJI officially ends the Phantom line, SiFly releases two new drones, the Q250 and Q12, more leaks emerge about the DJI Mavic 4, and researchers…
Flying Squirrel Drone’s Foldable Wings Redefine Aerial Agility
A groundbreaking drone inspired by the nimble flying squirrel is soaring past the limits of traditional quadcopters, thanks to foldable wings that slam on the brakes mid-air. Developed by researchers at South Korea’s Pohang University of Science and Technology (POSTECH),…
South Korean Military Drone Collides with Helicopter, No Casualties Reported
A South Korean military drone collided with a stationary helicopter at an airfield on Monday, sparking a fire that was extinguished in about 20 minutes without any casualties, according to the South Korean defense ministry. The incident, reported by Reuters…
South Korean Drone Exports Surge 260% as U.S. Restricts Chinese Manufacturers
South Korean drone manufacturers have achieved a remarkable milestone with exports reaching $27.54 million in 2023, marking a 260% increase from the previous year, reports Business Korea. This significant growth comes as U.S. restrictions on Chinese-made drones create new opportunities…
Taiwan Emerges as Key Alternative to China’s Drone Supply Chain Dominance, But Challenges Remain
In a significant shift in the global drone industry landscape, Taiwan is positioning itself as a crucial alternative to China’s dominance in drone component manufacturing, though the transition faces substantial hurdles and geopolitical risks, reports the WSJ. Taiwan’s government has…
North Korean Counter-Drone Tactics Reveal Outdated Approach to Modern Warfare
A recovered tactical notebook from a North Korean casualty in Russia’s Kursk region has exposed surprisingly primitive counter-drone methods, highlighting the growing challenges traditional forces face against modern unmanned aerial systems. The document, found on a soldier identified as Jong…
Historic First: Gray Eagle Drone Makes Ship-to-Shore Flight in South Korea
A significant milestone in drone aviation was achieved when General Atomics’ Gray Eagle STOL (Short Takeoff and Landing) drone successfully completed its first-ever ship-to-shore flight from a South Korean warship, according to General Atomics Aeronautical Systems. Groundbreaking Maritime Operation The…
Chinese Tourist Released After Drone Filming Near South Korean Spy Agency
A Chinese national was briefly detained and then released after allegedly filming South Korea’s National Intelligence Service (NIS) headquarters with a drone in Seoul. The incident, reported by Yonhap News, occurred when the tourist was attempting to capture footage of…