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Podcast: This Thermal Drone Project Is Revealing the Surprising Behavior of Mature Bucks

DJI

This Hunter Used a DJI Thermal Drone to Uncover a Huge Secret About Deer

In a groundbreaking independent study, hunter and researcher Derrick Dixon has used a DJI thermal drone to track whitetail deer, revealing

Rafael SuárezSep 5

Republic Man Faces Federal Charges for Attempted Drone Destruction in Missouri - Oregon’s Senate Bill 238A Sparks Privacy Concerns Over Drone Surveillance

Police

Man Faces Federal Charges for Attempted Police Drone Destruction in Missouri

On June 24, 2025, a Republic, Missouri, man was indicted for attempting to destroy a Greene County Sheriff’s Office drone, highlighting growing concerns over drone interference. Franklin E. Brownlee, 40, faces federal charges that could set a precedent for regulating drone-related crimes, according to the Springfield News-Leader. This case underscores the increasing need for robust…

Haye KestelooJun 25

Amazon

San Antonio Council Approves Amazon Drone Delivery Expansion Despite Concerns

The San Antonio City Council has voted 8-2 to green-light Amazon’s ambitious plan to launch its Prime Air drone delivery service from its East Side warehouse, marking a significant step forward for drone technology in the region. Despite opposition from Mayor Ron Nirenberg and Council Member Teri Castillo, who reportedly raised concerns about safety and…

Haye KestelooJun 10

Amazon

Amazon’s Drone Delivery Takes Flight in Kansas City: A Game-Changer for Urban Logistics

Kansas City is on the verge of a logistics revolution as Amazon eyes the metro for its Prime Air drone delivery service, according to an exclusive report by The Kansas City Star. The retail giant, founded by Jeff Bezos, has secured permitting approval from the City Plan Commission and the Board of Zoning Adjustment to…

Haye KestelooApr 30

Congress Wants Counter-Drone Powers at Wildfires, Not Just Stadiums - Drone Security: Bipartisan Effort to Safeguard America's Skies

Skydio

Missouri SB 296 Sparks Debate Over Chinese Drones in Law Enforcement

A proposed Missouri law aiming to ban law enforcement from purchasing drones manufactured in China, such as DJI drones, has stirred controversy in the state capital. Senate Bill 296 (SB 296), introduced by Sen. Rick Brattin (R-Harrisonville), seeks to address national security concerns but has drawn sharp opposition from law enforcement and public safety officials…

Haye KestelooMar 5

Police

Drones aids in take down of alleged burglar in Kansas

A drone equipped with a thermal camera has been used in a police takedown of an alleged burglar in Lawrence, Kansas.

Josh SpiresJan 24

Police

Police Drone Locates Missing 68-Year-Old Man in Missouri, Highlighting Growing Role of UAVs in Search and Rescue

A police drone successfully located a missing 68-year-old man in Hallsville, Missouri, demonstrating the increasing effectiveness of unmanned aerial vehicles in emergency response operations. The man was found alive but in medical distress near a culvert early Monday morning, according to the Boone County Sheriff’s Office, reports the Columbia Missourian. Swift Deployment and Successful Location…

Haye KestelooDec 24

Technology

Drones to Map Tree and Grass Growth in Innovative Silvopasture Study

A Missouri State University professor has secured a $300,000 grant to study the integration of pastureland and Black Walnut forests, with drones playing a crucial role in data collection. The project, led by Dr. Michael Goerndt, aims to explore silvopasture systems in Southern Missouri, according to Missouri State University. High-Tech Drones Meet Traditional Agriculture Goerndt’s…

Haye KestelooOct 28

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