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False Drone Reports at LaGuardia Highlight Importance of Accurate Incident Verification
Reports of unauthorized drone activity near LaGuardia Airport were quickly debunked Thursday evening, as what some social media users claimed were “nearly a dozen large drones” over Queens turned out to be routine commercial aircraft in standard holding patterns, reports…
Ex-Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan Reports Mystery Drones, But Critics Point to Stars and Aircraft
Former Maryland Governor Larry Hogan added his voice to the growing chorus of officials and residents witnessing mysterious aerial activity, claiming he observed “dozens of large drones” hovering near his home in Davidsonville, Maryland. However, skeptics suggest that what Hogan…
New Jersey State Senator Calls for Drone Ban Amid Mysterious Night Flights
The mysterious drone activity over New Jersey has prompted State Senator Jon Bramnick to call for a limited state of emergency, as local and federal authorities struggle to identify the source of numerous large unmanned aircraft sightings near sensitive locations,…
FBI Investigates Mysterious ‘Car-Sized’ Drones Flying in Formation Over New Jersey
Multiple sightings of large, mysterious drones flying in formation during nighttime hours have triggered an FBI investigation in New Jersey, leaving residents unnerved and authorities searching for answers, reports NBC News. Late Night Aerial Activity Raises Concerns Residents in Morris…
MTA Plans Drone Fleet to Monitor 6,000 Buses, Sparking Union Concerns
In a groundbreaking move that signals the increasing role of aviation technology in urban transit, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is exploring the implementation of a drone surveillance network to monitor its extensive fleet of nearly 6,000 buses across New…
Drone-Equipped Deputies Quickly Apprehend Violent Home Invasion Suspect in Fort Myers
A drone surveillance unit played a crucial role in the swift capture of a violent home invasion suspect in Tice, Florida, demonstrating the growing importance of unmanned aerial technology in law enforcement operations, reports Naples News. Swift Aerial Response Leads…
Mysterious Drone Swarm Spotted Over Picatinny Arsenal, Prompting Multi-Agency Investigation
Multiple unauthorized drones were reported flying over the U.S. Army’s Picatinny Arsenal and surrounding areas in Morris County, New Jersey, on November 18, 2024, triggering a coordinated response from military, state, and federal authorities. The incident has sparked significant concern…
State Police Drones Prove Critical in Battle Against Hudson Valley Wildfire
New York State Police drones continue to play a vital role in the ongoing battle against the Jennings Creek wildfire, which has now consumed 5,300 acres along the New York-New Jersey border. The fire, which initially challenged responders with only…
NYSEG and RG&E Deploy Drones for Critical Winter Power Line Inspections
NYSEG and RG&E are ramping up their drone inspection program to evaluate thousands of miles of power transmission lines as winter approaches in New York state. The utility companies demonstrated their advanced aerial inspection capabilities on Thursday, showcasing how drones…
Drones Help NY State Buildings Meet Climate Goals Through Energy Analysis
Syracuse University’s Center of Excellence (CoE) is pioneering innovative drone-based techniques to assess building energy efficiency across New York state, according to a report from The Daily Orange. Drone Technology for Building Assessment SUNY ESF professors Shayan Mirzabeigi and Paul…
NYPD Revolutionizes Emergency Response with Citywide Drone First Responder Program
In a groundbreaking move that signals a new era in urban law enforcement, the New York Police Department has launched its “Drone as First Responder” (DFR) program, deploying autonomous aerial vehicles across three boroughs. The initiative, unveiled by Mayor Eric…
FAA Grants Historic Airspace Management Approval to ANRA for NY Power Authority Drone Ops
ANRA Technologies has secured a game-changing Letter of Acceptance (LOA) from the FAA, paving the way for expanded beyond-visual line-of-sight (BVLOS) drone operations at the New York Power Authority (NYPA). This groundbreaking authorization, announced by ANRA Technologies, marks a significant…