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DJI

DJI Takes DoD to Court, DJI Mini 4 Pro Gets SDK, and Two Teens Saved by a Drone

First, DJI takes the Department of Defense to court over its Chinese military company label. Second, the popular DJI Mini 4 Pro gets a huge update

Greg ReverdiauMar 28

Autel Robotics

Drones Prove Lifesaving Potential in Colorado Teen Rescue at Roxborough State Park

In a striking demonstration of drone technology’s evolving role in search and rescue, a pair of teenagers lost during a hike in Colorado’s Roxborough State Park were safely guided back by a drone broadcasting their parents’ voices. The incident, reported by Douglas County Search and Rescue on March 22, 2025, underscores how drones are becoming…

Haye KestelooMar 25

DJI

This is the Foundation of Every Great Drone Video!

One of the primary purposes of this channel is to help those of you who are just learning about how to create really great videos with your drone.

Russ 51 DronesFeb 6

DJI

DJI Mavic 4 Leaks, Press Conference on NJ Drones, Drone Rescues Skier in CO

We have three stories for you this week: more DJI Mavic 4 leaks, we have a press release on the New Jersey drones, and then lastly the Colorado Police uses a drone to find a skier. Let’s get to it. DJI Mavic 4 Leaks First up this week, more DJI Mavic 4 leaks, which I…

Greg ReverdiauJan 31

Search & Rescue

Colorado Sheriff’s Office Successfully Deploys Drone to Rescue Lost Backcountry Skier

The Summit County Sheriff’s Office has demonstrated the growing effectiveness of drone technology in search and rescue operations by successfully locating and guiding a lost backcountry skier to safety in the Shrine Pass area of Colorado. The incident, reported by Denver Gazette, marks another significant advancement in the integration of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) into…

Haye KestelooJan 23

United States

Drone Technology Leads to Discovery of Smuggling Tunnel Near Yuma Border

Mexican law enforcement officials uncovered an unfinished cross-border tunnel during a joint surveillance operation with U.S. Customs and Border Protection, demonstrating the growing effectiveness of drone technology in border security operations. The discovery was announced by the State Public Secretary of Security in Sonora, Mexico, reports News Nation Now. The tunnel entrance was detected in…

Haye KestelooJan 1

Police

Drones Take Flight in US Election Security: A New Era of Aerial Surveillance

In a dramatic shift reported by The Wall Street Journal, U.S. election officials are deploying drone technology to enhance security for the upcoming November 5th vote. This unprecedented move comes as authorities face mounting threats and intimidation targeting election workers, signaling a new chapter in the intersection of technology and democracy. Eyes in the Sky:…

Haye KestelooOct 20

A recent video shared by the Wheat Ridge Police Department on Facebook showcased their drone's capabilities. The footage depicted officers deploying a drone to investigate a vacant building, where it successfully located a man and his dog inside. The situation was resolved peacefully, with officers apprehending the individual without any escalation. Credit: Wheat Ridge Police

DJI

Wheat Ridge Police Department Takes to the Skies with Drone Technology

The Wheat Ridge Police Department in Colorado has recently joined the growing ranks of law enforcement agencies embracing drone technology. According to a report from the JeffCo Transcript, the department acquired three drones in December and began implementing their drone program in earnest this spring. Expanding Capabilities and Coverage Commander Lucas Hunt, who oversees the…

Haye KestelooJul 24

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