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Drones, K9s, and SWAT Snag Suspect in Ohio’s Wild Sewer Chase

In Washington Township, Ohio, a stolen car chase turned into a full-on manhunt, complete with drones, K9s, and SWAT teams, ending with a soggy

Rafael SuárezAug 13

Michigan

Shocking Ruling Crushes Drone Deer Recovery in Michigan – Hunters Beware

Laugh if you want, but drones “speaking” location data? That’s the wild argument in a case where Michigan’s hunting ban won out, leaving pilots and hunters reeling. A federal appeals court has affirmed that an Ohio-based company cannot use drones to help hunters locate wounded deer in Michigan, upholding the state’s prohibition despite recognizing free…

Haye KestelooAug 5

DJI

Ohio Law Enforcement Pioneers Drone Training to Boost Officer Safety in High-Risk Scenarios

Officers at the Ohio Peace Officer Training Academy (OPOTA) in London recently launched groundbreaking training on deploying DJI drones during tactical operations, technology that promises to shield personnel from immediate threats. This development arrives as departments nationwide increasingly turn to drones for scouting dangerous environments, potentially transforming emergency responses and pr

Haye KestelooJul 12

DJI

China’s Y-20 Drone-Dropping Beast: A Sky Full of Trouble?

Yo, DroneXL crew! Buckle up, because China’s just dropped a bombshell—literally. According to Taiwan News, the People’s Liberation Army (PLA)

Rafael SuárezJun 30

DJI

Executive Order Rumors, Ohio Bill to Shoot Drones, Wing Flytrex Partnership, WA Rescue

Welcome to your weekly UAS news update. We have four stories this week: a rumored executive order on drones, an Ohio bill allowing drones to be shot down, a partnership between Wing and Flytrex, and a successful drone rescue. Let’s dive in. Rumored Executive Order on Drones You’ve likely heard rumors that President Trump may…

Greg ReverdiauJun 6

Police

Cleveland Explores Drone as First Responder Program for Fire and EMS 911 Calls

Cleveland, Ohio, is taking a bold step toward modernizing emergency response by exploring the use of drones for fire and EMS 911 calls. The city has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to technology firms, inviting proposals for a “Drone as First Responder” program that could deploy drones to emergency scenes, providing critical real-time data…

Haye KestelooMay 30

DJI Audit Delay Risks Crippling U.S. Drone Industry and Public Safety

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Ohio Lawmakers Push for Drone Defense Act to Protect Homeowners’ Rights

State Representatives Angie King (R-Celina) and Ty Mathews (R-Findley) have introduced a resolution urging Congress to pass the Defense Against Drones Act of 2025, a move aimed at empowering Ohio homeowners to protect their privacy and property from unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). This legislation responds to growing concerns over drones flying near residential and agricultural…

Haye KestelooMay 28

Police

Dublin Police Launch Autonomous Drone First Responder Program with 90-Second Emergency Response Times

The city of Dublin, Ohio is setting a new benchmark for emergency response with the deployment of four autonomous drones capable of reaching incidents within 90 seconds. According to The Columbus Dispatch, the Drone First Responders program will be the largest of its kind in central Ohio when it takes flight this spring, representing a…

Haye KestelooMar 29

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