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NYPD’s Drones as First Responders Initiative Is Game-Changer
Drones to Respond to 911 Calls in NYC The NYPD is set to deploy drones across five precincts to aid officers in responding to 911 calls. This initiative aims to enhance response times and reach areas that officers cannot access…
Drones Smuggle Drugs Across Niagara River: 3 Suspects Caught in New York
High-Tech Drone Smuggling Operation Busted A smuggling operation that used drones to fly drugs from Canada into upstate New York has been uncovered, leading to the arrest of three suspects. The operation involved a newly purchased $630,000 house along the…
OOP MADE EASY! Anti-China Bill, FAA Reauthorization, Philly YouTuber, DJI H30
Welcome to Weekly UAS News Update! We have six stories for you this week. We have the FAA Reauthorization Act, flying over people just got a lot easier (this is a cool one), Philly YouTuber’s troubles don’t end, a new…
Congressional Leaders Question NYPD’s Use of Chinese-Made Drones
Congress is concerned about the New York Police Department's (NYPD) plan to use Chinese-made drones to assist in responding to gunfire in high-crime areas.
High-Flying Drug Smuggling: Drones at the Border
Drone Smuggling Operation Exposed Two men, from California and New York City, have been accused of using drones to transport narcotics from Canada into the United States. Yong Chen and an unnamed accomplice were reportedly charged following a criminal complaint…
NYPD’s Drone Program Revolutionizes Crowd Control and Public Safety
The New York Police Department (NYPD) is significantly expanding its drone program to improve public safety and manage large crowds more effectively. The department’s 81-drone fleet provides real-time surveillance and strategic deployment capabilities, offering a cutting-edge solution to modern policing…
Connecticut DJI Drone Ban, DFR, Supreme Court, Philly Drone Life
Welcome to this week’s UAS News Update. This week, we have four stories to discuss: Connecticut, the DFR (Drone for First Responders Act), a Michigan court case, and a follow-up on the Philly YouTuber. Let’s get to it. Connecticut Senate…
Drones Illuminate New York Skies with Urgent Plea for Hostage Release
A Night to Remember: Drones Demand Action On a Tuesday evening, New York City’s skies were transformed into a vivid message board by 500 drones, displaying “Bring Them Home Now.” This spectacle was not just a technical display but a…
International Drone Conference at Griffiss Paves the Way for Future Airspace Integration
Drones Take Center Stage at Griffiss International Airport At the start of June, Rome, New York will become a hotspot for drone enthusiasts and industry leaders as they gather at Griffiss International Airport to set new standards for uncrewed aircraft…
Grounded: The Debate Over Banning DJI Drones in the U.S.
U.S. Lawmakers Consider Banning DJI Drones Amid National Security Concerns In a move that could ground the fleet of DJI drones across the country, U.S. lawmakers are weighing an FCC ban on the China-based drone manufacturer. This potential ban comes…
New Congress Drone Act, Aloft Adds SGI, DAC on Stadium TFRs, & New DJI Agras
Welcome to the Weekly UAS News Update. We have four stories for you this week: a new drone act in Congress (yes, yet another one), AirMap adding SGI support, the DAC recommends a change in stadium TFRs, and lastly, a…
Washington State Expands Funding for Law Enforcement Drones Despite Privacy Concerns
Washington State, one of the earliest and largest adopters of law enforcement drones, is allocating additional funding for vehicle-tracking technologies, including unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The Washington State Department of Commerce has reportedly set aside $1.43 million for proposals, with…