DJI
DJI Ban Updates, Drone Stalker Arrested, Drones for Good, & Flite Fest 2024
Welcome to the Weekly UAS News Update. We have five stories for you. First off, an update on the DJI Ban. Secondly, a creepy drone stalker
Michigan
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University of Michigan’s Drone Airspace Lawsuit: A Clash of Rights
Lawsuit Challenges University’s Drone Restrictions The University of Michigan is embroiled in a legal battle over its ability to regulate drone flights over its Ann Arbor campus. The Michigan Coalition of Drone Operators reportedly filed a lawsuit on June 3, claiming the university’s airspace rules violate state and federal laws. This lawsuit highlights the ongoing…
Michigan
Michigan Supreme Court Allows Warrantless Drone Searches in Zoning Cases
Ruling Deals Blow to Fourth Amendment Rights In a controversial decision, the Michigan Supreme Court has ruled that evidence obtained through warrantless drone surveillance can be admissible in certain civil cases, such as zoning disputes. The ruling stems from the case of Todd and Heather Maxon, who were accused by Long Lake Township of violating…
Wingtra
Drones Revolutionize Christmas Tree Farming at Dutchman Tree Farms
Efficiency Skyrockets with Drone Technology Dutchman Tree Farms, a large Christmas tree farm in Missaukee County, Michigan, has embraced Wingtra drone technology to streamline their crop management process. By using drones to survey their vast fields, tasks that once took days can now be completed in mere hours. Kate Dodde, the drone pilot at Dutchman…
Drone Inspection
Macomb County’s New Tech for Sewer Inspections: Drones and AI Lead the Way
Cutting-Edge Technology for Sewer Inspections Macomb County is pioneering a new approach to sewer inspections using drones and artificial intelligence (AI). This innovative method aims to enhance scrutiny of sewer lines while saving significant costs. Public Works Commissioner Candice Miller announced this groundbreaking initiative, marking the first such use in Michigan. Transforming Sewer Inspec
United States
Gaylord High School’s New Drone Certification Program Takes Flight
Gaylord High School is now offering a drone certification program, providing students with a unique opportunity to gain pilot certification through the FAA Part 107 exam. A New Opportunity for Students Gaylord High School in Otsego County, Michigan, has reportedly launched a groundbreaking drone certification program. For the first time, students are learning to pilot…
United States
Sterling Heights Embraces Drone Future with Airspace Link Partnership
Sterling Heights is preparing for a drone-driven future. The city has partnered with Detroit-based Airspace Link Inc. to assess how drones can boost public safety, services, and economic growth. This assessment is reportedly part of a broader initiative to integrate advanced technology into the city’s operations. Drone-Readiness Assessment The Sterling Heights City Council approved the…
DJI
Connecticut DJI Drone Ban, DFR, Supreme Court, Philly Drone Life
We have four drone stories: Connecticut, the DFR (Drone for First Responders Act), Michigan court case, and follow-up on Philly YouTuber.
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