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In a remarkable display of drone technology’s life-saving potential, the Oklahoma City Police Department (OKCPD) recently released footage of a Skydio drone used to locate and rescue a man critically injured after being struck by a train. The incident, which occurred weeks ago on the city’s south side, underscores the transformative role of drones as…
A man was arrested in east Tulsa, Oklahoma after allegedly shooting at a civilian drone that was being used for event preparation, according to a report from Tulsa Police. Incident Details The incident occurred around 5 p.m. Wednesday near a church at 41st and Mingo, reports Fox23. Church security personnel first alerted authorities after hearing…
Gremsy, the Vietnam-based gimbal manufacturer, has just unveiled a revolutionary new tool for the drone industry. The two-axis Pixy LR gimbal, designed for use with Sony’s ILX-LR1 camera, is set to transform how we approach aerial and ground-based inspections. Unobstructed Views for Superior Inspections The Pixy LR’s front-mounted design is a game-changer. It offers an…
The 2024 NCAA Women’s College World Series kicked off in Oklahoma City, and ESPN is bringing an impressive production, including some drone magic, to Devon Park. This five-day, eight-team double-elimination tournament features Texas, Oklahoma, Florida, Oklahoma State, UCLA, Stanford, Duke, and Alabama, and will be broadcast across ABC, ESPN, ESPN2, and ESPN+. High-Flying Tech: Drones…
Balloons vs. Drones: A Novel Training Approach In the rolling hills of southwest Oklahoma, an unusual sight unfolds. Amidst the rugged landscape of Fort Sill, US troops, armed and vigilant, are locked in an intense battle. Their targets? Not the sophisticated machinery of adversaries, but simple balloons, dancing erratically in the wind, tethered to drones.…
In a remarkable demonstration of modern policing and technology’s synergy, the Del City Police Department in Oklahoma has showcased the pivotal role drones can play in search and rescue operations. Utilizing thermal imaging capabilities, officers were able to swiftly locate a missing autistic child, providing a heartwarming conclusion to what could have been a dire…
Oklahoma: a legislative proposal threatens to impede emergency management operations. House Bill 3068, aimed at banning foreign-made drones
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