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FAA and NASA’s UTM Field Test Showcases Future of Drone Operations
Innovative Testing for Beyond Visual Line of Sight Drone Operations The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), in collaboration with the National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) and three Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Test Sites, has successfully conducted the Unmanned Aircraft System…
NYPD’s Drone Usage Soars: A Closer Look at the Sky-High Surveillance
Skyward Shift: The Dramatic Evolution of NYPD’s Drone Operations Across New York’s Boroughs In the dynamic skyline of New York City, a quiet yet profound transformation is taking place. Far above the bustling streets, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), more commonly…
Banning DJI Drones in the USA: Why YOU Should Be More Concerned This Time!
American lawmakers are once again attempting to ban DJI drones, and this time they may actually succeed. They claim, as they usually do, that it’s in the interest of national security for the United States. But is that the actual…
Drones and Schools: The Debate on Airspace and Privacy
New Drone Legislation Sparks Debate The majestic sight of drones, equipped with state-of-the-art cameras, flying at varying altitudes has become increasingly common. Yet, the recent event in Albany County, NY, has triggered a debate on the potential privacy implications. A…
Amazon Medical Deliveries, Aloft Wins Challenge, Drone Equipped With AI to Fight Fires
Welcome to your weekly UAS news update. We have four stories for you this week. Amazon has begun shipping medical deliveries with drones, which is interesting. Aloft won an Innovation Challenge, and a company equips drones with AI to combat…
Drone Light Show Illuminates Central Park and NYC Skyline
In a spectacular fusion of art, nature, and technology, Studio Drift, a renowned Dutch creative firm, is set to awe New Yorkers this Saturday with an extraordinary drone light show in the heart of Central Park. Imagine a murmuration of…
NYC’s Sky to Sparkle with Massive Drone Show This Weekend
Eyes up, New York City! The skyline will dance with lights in an unmissable spectacle, and it’s all for a noble cause. This weekend, Projecting Change, a global collective, is set to launch 1,000 drones over the East River. This…
NYPD Sets Strict No-Drone Policy for U.S. Open
On the inaugural day of the U.S. Open, the New York Police Department (NYPD) issued a stern warning: Flushing Meadows is off-limits to drones. The NYPD emphasized a stringent a no-drone or “zero-tolerance policy” for any drones observed around the…
NYPD Increases Police Drone Use at Crime Scenes
In a recent development, the NYPD has voiced plans to ramp up the utilization of police drones to survey crime scenes, as detailed by the NYPD Chief of Patrol, John Chell. This initiative stems from the technological advancements that Mayor…
The Privacy Battle Over Police Drones in New York
In New York, police drones are making headlines. Lawmakers in Albany are debating their use by police, sparking heated conversations about public safety and personal privacy. With the increasing deployment of drones by the police, the lines between protection and…
Swimmer’s Drone Snafu in Hudson River Adventure
The world-famous endurance swimmer, Lewis Pugh, found himself in deep waters this week, but not just due to his 315-mile swim challenge of the Hudson River. The real trouble bubbled up when his team’s drone took to the skies in…
Chinese-made Drones to the Rescue: Protecting New York Beachgoers from Sharks
Sharks and beachgoers usually don’t mix well. Off Long Island’s coast, warmer waters have lured increasing numbers of bait fish, attracting sharks in pursuit. While great for marine ecology, it’s nerve-wracking for swimmers, surfers, and sunbathers. But at Jones Beach,…