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DJI Seeks Court Intervention to Overturn U.S. DoD’s Chinese Military Company Label
On March 14, 2025, SZ DJI Technology Co., Ltd. and its subsidiary Shenzhen Dajiang Baiwang Technology Co., Ltd. (collectively “DJI”) filed a motion for summary judgment in the U.S. District Court for the District of Columbia, challenging the U.S. Department…
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.…
Palmer Luckey’s Defense Startup, Anduril, Raises $1.5 Billion to Produce AI-Powered Weapons
Anduril: The Evolution of Defense Technology Anduril, a defense tech startup, has secured $1.5 billion in funding. This significant investment positions the company to transition from an industry newcomer to a serious contender in the US defense sector. The funding…
Drones Take Flight at Massive First Responder Training Event
In a unique twist, Soo Pass Ranch in Detroit Lakes, known for hosting the massive country music festival WE Fest, became the site of an extensive drone training event for area first responders on Wednesday, June 5. According to InForum,…
Organ Transplant Agency in St. Louis Eyes Drones for Faster Blood Sample Transport
A St. Louis-based organ transplant agency is looking into using unmanned drones to transport blood samples and medical supplies faster and cheaper across the Midwest. Mid-America Transplant’s aim is reportedly to speed up the process of confirming organ donor eligibility…
Mississippi’s Innovative Drone Approach to Combatting the Wild Hog Crisis
A High-Tech Drone Solution to an Age-Old Problem Mississippi is facing a significant environmental and economic challenge due to the proliferation of wild hogs across the state. Recognizing the severity of the issue, lawmakers are now considering a groundbreaking proposal…
Pennsylvania Man Convicted for Drone-Assisted Deer Recovery: A Legal Gray Area
A New Frontier in Hunting Law In a groundbreaking case that has stirred the Pennsylvania legal system, Joshua Wingenroth, a 35-year-old from Downingtown, finds himself at the center of a legal debate after being convicted for using a drone to…
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…
Drones: The U.S. Forest Service’s New Weapon Against MS Wildfires
Eye in the Sky: The Changing Landscape of Wildfire Management Mississippi has recently been under the siege of wildfires, with over 500 blazes reported in just the past month, according to the WAPT News. As the flames continue to consume…
Arkansas Limits Foreign and DJI Drones for Law Enforcement
A new Arkansas law, Act 525 of 2023, prohibits law enforcement agencies from purchasing small drones from “covered foreign entities,” such as DJI drones, starting in 2027. According to Act 525 of 2023, a “covered foreign entity” is defined as…
DeSantis, we’re mad as hell, and we’re not going to take this anymore!
With apologies to Howard Beale, “We’re mad as hell, and we’re not going to take this anymore.” On April 5th, Florida Governor Ron DeSantis approved a change in Florida Statute 934.50, simultaneously flushing over $200 Million in state-purchased drones down…
US Drone Collision with Russian Jet Ignites Diplomatic Turmoil
Tensions between the US and Russia escalated on Tuesday after a Russian fighter jet harassed and subsequently collided with a US surveillance drone over the Black Sea, causing the uncrewed aircraft to crash in the water. The drone collision has…