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Florida Man Ordered to Pay $5,000 for Shooting Walmart Delivery Drone
A 72-year-old Florida resident has been ordered to pay $5,000 in restitution after shooting at a Walmart delivery drone he mistakenly believed was conducting surveillance on his property, reports First Coast News. The incident, which occurred in Lake County, Florida,…
Saab Introduces Game-Changing UAV Training System, Addressing Modern Warfare Demands
Saab unveiled a sophisticated new UAV training capability at I/ITSEC 2024 in Orlando, Florida, marking a significant advance in preparing military forces for the realities of drone warfare. The system, which can simulate both offensive drone operations and counter-UAV missions,…
A Rhyming Roast of YouTube’s Finest Drone Channels – 2024
‘T was the night before Christmas, when all through the net,The drone YouTubers gathered, their cameras all set. Aldryn from FlytPath, the king of the skies,His polished perfection makes others all sigh.He’s smart and he’s nice, the envy of all,The…
Drone-Equipped Deputies Quickly Apprehend Violent Home Invasion Suspect in Fort Myers
A drone surveillance unit played a crucial role in the swift capture of a violent home invasion suspect in Tice, Florida, demonstrating the growing importance of unmanned aerial technology in law enforcement operations, reports Naples News. Swift Aerial Response Leads…
US Cities Race to Launch Air Taxi Networks Before 2026 World Cup
Major US cities are gearing up for the integration of air taxis and advanced drone technology into their urban landscapes, with Los Angeles leading the charge as it prepares to launch an urban air mobility network by the 2026 FIFA…
Tallahassee PD Forced to Switch to Pricier, Less Capable US Drones After $75K Grant
Tallahassee Police Department (TPD) is making a mandated switch to American-made drones, backed by a $75,000 grant from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, despite concerns about reduced capabilities, according to a report from ABC27. Current Drone Program Under Pressure…
DJI Air 3S vs Skydio X2: A New Contender for First Responders?
The drone industry is buzzing with anticipation as DJI prepares to launch its Air 3S model, potentially challenging Skydio’s dominance in autonomous flight. Recent leaks suggest that the Air 3S could be a game-changer, especially for first responders seeking a…
Drone News: GAO Report, Officials Say Stop Using DJI, Axon Acquires Dedrone, & Record Drone Show
We have four stories this week: Let’s get to it! GAO Report on Foreign-Made Drones The Government Accountability Office (GAO) released a report on the Department of Interior’s (DOI) stance on foreign drones. Currently, the DOI does not allow foreign…
Farmers Turn Agricultural Drones into Lifelines in Hurricane Helene Aftermath
In an extraordinary display of community spirit and technological ingenuity, farmers in western North Carolina have emerged as unexpected heroes in the wake of Hurricane Helene’s destructive path. As reported by AgWeb, these quick-thinking agriculturists swiftly repurposed their high-tech farming…
Skydio’s Controversial Pivot: Unfair Competition Through Lobbying
In a recent presentation at the Skydio Ascend Event, CEO Adam Bry attempted to address mounting criticisms of the company’s dramatic shift from consumer drones to the defense and first responder markets. But what he glossed over was the true…
Skydio Under Fire: Industry Experts Slam US Drone Maker’s Tactics
The US drone industry is in turmoil as professionals criticize Skydio’s marketing and lobbying efforts. The controversy, unfolding on LinkedIn, centers on accusations that Skydio is trying to legislate competitors out of the market rather than compete on product quality.…
Drones Disrupt Wildfire Fighting Efforts Across the U.S.
So far this wildfire season, aerial firefighting activities have faced the persistent nuisance of 21 “public drone incursions,” the National Interagency Fire Center reported. These incidents have predominantly occurred in the U.S. West, with five cases in California, three in…