Michigan
Michigan Drones: Discover the latest drone news and regulations in Michigan. Stay informed on how drones are shaping the state’s industries.
Michigan Supreme Court Sidesteps Drone Privacy Debate in Landmark Ruling
A Drone’s Eye View on Privacy Concerns The Michigan Supreme Court recently avoided a definitive stance on whether drones can be used by the government for surveillance without a warrant. This decision reportedly stemmed from a longstanding dispute involving Todd…
MightyFly Achieves FAA Flight Corridor Approval for Autonomous Cargo eVTOL Testing
Breaking New Ground in Autonomous Aerial Logistics MightyFly, a pioneering company in the autonomous cargo aircraft sector, has reached a significant milestone as the first large autonomous cargo eVTOL (electric vertical takeoff and landing) company to secure an FAA flight…
Drone News: Anzu Robotics, DJI Power 1000, Sun ‘n Fun
Welcome to the weekly UAS news update. We have three stories for you this week: Anzu Robotics releases the Raptor, we have some new DJI releases, and then we have a drone show at Sun ‘n Fun that was absolutely…
Google, Drones, and the Future of Detroit: Michigan Central Station’s Transformation
Michigan Central Station, once a symbol of Detroit’s struggles, is set to reopen on June 6, 2024, as a mobility innovation hub. Ford Motor Co. executive chairman Bill Ford Jr. recently revealed that the campus will house Alphabet Inc.’s Google…
Firefighters Use Drones for Summer Litter Cleanups at Downriver Creek
In a collaborative effort, the nonprofit Friends of the Detroit River and Downriver firefighters have employed drone technology to survey litter along Ecorse Creek, streamlining the process of identifying target areas for upcoming summer volunteer trash cleanups, reports The Detroit…
Drone and App Combo Saves the Day in Michigan
In the early hours of a chilling Wednesday morning, an innovative use of technology by first responders turned a potentially perilous situation into a successful rescue mission. Three individuals, who found themselves lost and battling the onset of hypothermia in…
Drone Technology Saves the Day in Search for Missing Toddler
Quick Thinking and Advanced Technology Reunite Family In a remarkable display of the power of modern technology, a missing 3-year-old boy was found safe and sound near a pond in Van Buren County, Michigan, thanks to the use of a…
Warren’s Firefighting Future Soars with DJI Drone Technology
A Leap in Emergency Response with Drone Tech In an innovative move that propels the Warren Fire Department into the forefront of emergency response, the city of Warren, Michigan, has invested nearly $80,000 in advanced DJI drone technology, reports WXYZ…
Proposed DJI Ban for EVERYONE, Philly Pilot Back in Court, new LiDAR, and Air Aware FRIA
Welcome to our Weekly UAS News Update. We have four stories for you this week. First, there’s a new bill proposed to ban all DJI drones for all users. This is an important issue, so please pay attention. A Philadelphia…
Drone Dispute in Michigan Raises National Privacy Concerns
The Battle Over Aerial Surveillance: A Michigan Case Could Redefine Privacy Rights In the quiet expanses of Long Lake Township, Michigan, what started as a local zoning dispute has escalated into a potential landmark legal battle over privacy rights and…
Warren Fire Department Elevates Emergency Response with Autel Drone Technology
A Leap Forward with Autel Drone Technology In an age where technology rapidly evolves, the Warren Fire Department in Michigan is set to significantly enhance its emergency response capabilities with the acquisition of advanced Autel drone technology. On January 23,…
Protecting Our Feathered Friends: The Impact of Drones on Urban Wildlife
A Call for Responsible Drone Use In the heart of Chicago, a disturbing trend threatens the well-being of local wildlife, particularly owls. A recent incident involving a drone scaring away a great horned owl in Lincoln Park has highlighted the…