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US House Votes to Ban New DJI Drones Amid China Concerns
US House Bans New DJI Drones: A Closer Look The US House of Representatives has just approved the Countering CCP Drones Act (H.R. 2864), a bill aimed at banning the operation of new drones from Chinese manufacturer DJI in the…
Drone Ban Update, Anzu Investigation, $300K FAA Fines, Best Buy DJI Neo Leaks
Welcome to Your Weekly UAS News Update We have five stories for you this week. Yes, this is going to be a bit of a long one. We have updated Countering CCP Drones Act language, two of them actually. We…
Lawmakers Target DJI’s Alleged US Drone Loophole Through Anzu Robotics
U.S. lawmakers are sounding the alarm over what they perceive as a potential security threat from Chinese drone manufacturer DJI. The company is accused of using an unusual licensing agreement to sidestep restrictions on its products in the American market.…
United States National Drone Association Launches with Big Plans for Drone Innovation
The United States National Drone Association™ (USNDA) has officially announced its formation, setting up shop in Washington, D.C., with its national headquarters to be based at Full Sail University in Florida. This new organization aims to accelerate the U.S. drone…
FAA Cracks Down on Drone Violations with $341,413 in Proposed Penalties
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is taking a tough stance on unsafe and unauthorized drone operations, proposing $341,413 in civil penalties against 27 individuals for violating federal regulations. This enforcement action, covering the period from October 2022 to June 2024,…
Navy Invests $30M in University of Memphis for Advanced Drone Testing Facility
The University of Memphis has secured a substantial $30.38 million in funding from the U.S. Navy to develop a state-of-the-art facility for testing drones in adverse weather conditions. This project, announced by the university, aims to revolutionize drone capabilities in…
Drones Race Against Time to Save Lives in Cardiac Emergencies
In a groundbreaking initiative, drones are set to become first responders in cardiac emergencies, potentially saving lives by delivering automated external defibrillators (AEDs) faster than traditional emergency services. This innovative approach is being tested in several locations across the United…
DJI Mavic 3E gets CAT 2, Serious Drone Injury, Aloft LAANC Onboarding, & DJI Neo
Welcome to Your Weekly UAS News Update We have four stories for you this week: the Mavic 3 Enterprise gets Category 2 approval, which is a big deal; a Part 107 serious injury, we’ll talk about the details; Aloft completes…
Autonomous Drone Ship Begins Groundbreaking Ocean Mapping Mission in Cayman Islands
Saildrone, a leader in ocean data collection using autonomous vehicles, has launched a pioneering mission to map the Cayman Islands’ Exclusive Economic Zone (EEZ) using its unmanned surface vehicle (USV) technology. Mapping an Area 357 Times Larger Than the Islands…
Someone Shoots Down Your Drone, What Do You Do?
Essential Safety Protocols for Drone Pilots Drones have become increasingly prevalent in recent years, raising concerns about privacy and property rights. As these unmanned aerial vehicles soar through the skies, some individuals have taken matters into their own hands, attempting…
Teen Evades Police on Bike in Port St. Lucie, Caught After Drone Search
Police Pursuit and Drone-Assisted Capture A teenager’s attempt to evade law enforcement in Port St. Lucie, Florida led to a swift response from local police. The incident began when an officer noticed a 16-year-old riding a bicycle without proper lighting,…
Senate Amendment Proposes Inclusion of Countering CCP Drones Act in NDAA
The ongoing debate surrounding Chinese-made drones in the U.S. has taken a new turn. According to a tweet by Scott Shtofman, a bipartisan amendment has been submitted to include the Countering CCP Drones Act in the Senate’s version of the…