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Department of Defense

Multiple Drone Sightings Reported Near Hill Air Force Base Amid Nationwide Military Installation Incidents

Hill Air Force Base officials have confirmed recent unmanned aerial system sightings in the vicinity of the installation, adding to a growing pattern of drone activity reported near military facilities across the United States. The sightings come as federal authorities investigate thousands of similar reports along the East Coast, where drone activities have affected operations…

Haye KestelooDec 17

Department of Defense

Multiple Drone Incursions Force Temporary Shutdown at Ohio’s Wright-Patterson Air Force Base

Ohio’s largest military installation, Wright-Patterson Air Force Base near Dayton, experienced its first-ever confirmed drone incursions, forcing a four-hour airfield shutdown and adding to a growing pattern of unmanned aircraft incidents at U.S. military installations. Base spokesman Purtiman confirmed multiple unidentified drone systems of varying sizes and configurations were detected over the

Haye KestelooDec 15

Police

Police Drone Training Leads to Arrest of Wanted Woman in Ohio Woods

A routine thermal flight training exercise with a police drone led to the unexpected discovery and arrest of a wanted woman in Bowling Green, Ohio, according to the Sentinel Tribune. Thermal Drone Training Reveals Hidden Campsite During a training session on Tuesday, a Bowling Green Police Division officer operating a drone equipped with thermal imaging…

Haye KestelooNov 15

Firefighters

Drone With Thermal Camera Helps Rescue Person From Ohio Swamp

The Geauga County drone team played a big role in locating a person trapped in thick swamp terrain behind a residence in Munson Township, Ohio.

Haye KestelooOct 29

Police

Whitehall Police Force Adds $49K Drone Amid Privacy Concerns

The city of Whitehall, Ohio, has approved the purchase of a $49,000 police drone, sparking debate over privacy and transparency. The decision, made on October 1, passed with a 5-2 vote despite concerns from some council members and community residents. Drone Details and Intended Use The high-tech drone, supplied by Paladin, comes with strict usage…

Haye KestelooOct 14

DJI

Trumbull County Drone Team Saves Two Lives in One Night

The Trumbull County Drone Team in Ohio recently demonstrated the life-saving potential of DJI drone technology by locating two missing people in separate incidents on the same night. Dual Rescues Showcase Drone Capabilities In an unprecedented event, the drone team successfully found two missing individuals in different townships during a single evening. Corrections Officer Yale…

Haye KestelooOct 3

Police

Mansfield, Ohio to Pioneer Drone First Responder Program

Mansfield, Ohio, is set to become a trailblazer in emergency response technology with the introduction of a Drones as First Responders (DFR) program. The city may be the first in Ohio to adopt this cutting-edge approach, as reported by the Mansfield News Journal. A Bird’s Eye View for First Responders The Mansfield Board of Control…

Haye KestelooSep 26

African Drone Company Revolutionizes US Agriculture with AI

Ohio

Ohio State University Explores Drone Use for Agricultural Seeding

Ohio State University researchers are diving deep into the world of agricultural drones, focusing on their use for spreading seeds. According to a report from the university, they’re testing various setups to find the sweet spot for accurate seeding rates and placement. Drone Spreader Tech The ag drone market’s hot right now, with many models…

Haye KestelooSep 11

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