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Chongqing’s 11,787-Drone Extravaganza Will Blow Your Mind!
DroneXL pilots—Chongqing, China, just unleashed a mind-bending 11,787-drone spectacle, snagging a Guinness World Record on June 17, 2025!
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Armed Drone Explodes at Haiti SWAT Base, Killing 2 Officers and Exposing UAV Protocol Gaps
Two Haitian police officers were killed and six others injured after an attack drone deployed in Haiti’s anti-gang campaign detonated at a police base in Port-au-Prince, raising urgent questions about how government-run and contractor-led drone strike operations are coordinated and secured, reports the New York Times. Fatal Blast During Drone Disarmament at SWAT Facility Officials…
Police
Huntington Beach Police launch drone first responders to hit scenes in under 2 minutes
HUNTINGTON BEACH, Calif. — The Huntington Beach Police Department (HBPD) is expanding its use of drones to improve emergency response times, marking a significant shift in how law enforcement deploys technology to support frontline operations. The agency’s newly launched Drone as a First Responder (DFR) program positions unmanned aircraft as rapid-response tools in emergencies, with…
Wildlife
NY DEC Drones Soar to Save Wildlife: Tracking Mallards and Bats with High-Tech Flair
The DEC is deploying drones to monitor declining wildlife populations, focusing on mallard ducks and little brown bats, two species hit hard
New York
Central New York Startup Modovolo Pioneers Affordable, Modular Drones for Civilian and Military Use
Ever dreamed of a drone that snaps like Legos, soars for hours, and won’t break the bank? That’s Modovolo’s wild ride from a NY garage—hang on tight. A startup in rural Oneida County, New York, is developing inexpensive, lightweight drones that offer extended flight times and customizable payloads, positioning Central New York as a hub…
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Syracuse Drone Program Ignites Fierce Debate on Privacy and Safety
Syracuse police’s autonomous drone rollout for every 911 call has ignited a firestorm, with 79% of locals voting no in fiery comments. Syracuse, New York’s proposed “Drone as First Responder” program has sparked unprecedented public opposition, with 67% of community feedback opposing the Syracuse Police Department’s (SPD) plan to deploy autonomous drones for 911 calls,…
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How NYC’s Drone Committee Could Change Public Safety Forever – What Pilots Need to Know
In the city that never sleeps, drones are waking up to watch over us: Mayor Adams’ latest tech move explained. New York City Mayor Eric Adams announced the formation of the Drone Operations Committee on July 23, 2025, appointing Deputy Mayor for Public Safety Kaz Daughtry as chair. This initiative coordinates drone operations across city…
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New York City Enhances Beach Safety with Drone-Delivered Flotation Devices at Rockaway Beach
New York City has expanded its use of drones at Rockaway Beach, now deploying them to drop lifesaving flotation devices to swimmers in distress, building on years of surveillance for sharks and riptides. This initiative promises quicker interventions in dangerous waters, as demonstrated in recent tests, reports the New Yorker. Drone Payload and Deployment Mechanics…
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