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A team of researchers at the University of Southern Denmark has succeeded in creating a self-charging drone that can recharge itself by clinging

Wiebe de JagerJul 5

Florida

The newest tool in Florida Power & Light's storm-ready toolbox is a fixed-wing storm drone that has the ability to fly for 1,000 miles at a time and

Haye KestelooMay 17

Percepto

Florida Power & Light (FPL) will deploy Percepto autonomous drones on a large scale to monitor high-voltage substations and power distribution

Wiebe de JagerApr 29

DJI

We received a statement from DJI in which the drone maker acknowledges the DJI Mavic 3 GPS issue and promises a firmware update soon to fix it.

Haye KestelooMar 9

Skydio

Florida deputy manager lost his job after it was discovered he was secretly working as a lobbyist for several clients, including dronemaker Skydio.

Haye KestelooFeb 15

Part 107

Part 107 pilot, Darcy Rouhani has turned her autism into a business asset to help companies navigate to complex FAA rules for drones.

Haye KestelooJan 3

Florida

Skydio's lobbying in favor of Blue sUAS manufacturers works as DJI drones have been banned for use by government agencies in Florida.

Haye KestelooDec 29

Florida

Felon shot down police drone. If convicted he could face up to 30 years in prison. It is the first time a person is prosecuted for shooting

Haye KestelooNov 12

The drone industry moves fast. Stay ahead of it.