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U.S. Secret Service Adopts Military-Grade Drones for Enhanced Aerial Security Post-Butler Assassination Attempt

The U.S. Secret Service rolled out a fleet of advanced military-grade drones to detect and neutralize unauthorized unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), addressing critical gaps exposed during the July 13, 2024, assassination attempt on former President Trump at a Butler, Pennsylvania rally. This move signals a shift toward integrating high-tech aerial reconnaissance into protective operations, potenti

Haye KestelooJul 12
Wingtra Launches WingtraRAY Drone for Faster Surveying and Urban Flight Compliance
Wingtra

Wingtra Launches WingtraRAY Drone for Faster Surveying and Urban Flight Compliance

Swiss company Wingtra introduced the WingtraRAY, as a vertical takeoff and landing drone tailored for survey professionals seeking rapid data collection and simplified regulatory approvals. The drone enables users to map 100 hectares (250 acres) in just 10 minutes, marking a 40% speed increase over the previous WingtraOne GEN II model. Key Performance Capabilities WingtraRAY…

Haye KestelooJul 11
Lawsuit challenging NYC Drone Restrictions is allowed to proceed - An FPV pilot dives the Empire State Building in New York City, creating a stunning video in the process. However, many pilots will question if this drone flight was at all legal...
FAA

NYPD Seeks Drone Mitigation Authority to Protect New York City Skies

Last fall, a drone illegally soared over a Mets playoff game, hovering above tens of thousands of fans at Citi Field. This incident, coupled with thousands of unmanned aerial vehicles spotted over New York City’s tristate area last winter, underscores a growing concern: the NYPD can track drones but lacks the authority to neutralize potential…

Haye KestelooJul 7
DJI Responds to Court Ruling, Denies Military Ties Despite Pentagon Designation - Trump Administration Targets Chinese Drone Imports in September Crackdown
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Drones Catch Illegal Fireworks in California, Leading to Hefty Fines

On July 4, 2025, Sacramento’s skies dazzled with illegal fireworks, but drone surveillance by the Sacramento Fire Department (SFD) ensured violators won’t escape hefty fines. Using advanced drone technology, the SFD tracked illegal activity, capturing evidence that could cost homeowners thousands, as reported by Fox40. Drone Surveillance Enhances Enforcement SFD’s special fireworks task force depl

Haye KestelooJul 7
Arizona Teen’s Drone Business Reunites Lost Pets with Families Using Thermal Imaging
DJI

Arizona Teen’s Drone Business Reunites Lost Pets with Families Using Thermal Imaging

In Mesa, Arizona, 18-year-old Maxence Pastore is turning his passion for drones into a lifeline for pet owners, using advanced thermal imaging to locate lost animals. Operating under his FAA Part 107 commercial drone license, Pastore’s business, TRACC Pet Recovery, has already reunited several families with their furry companions, showcasing how drone technology is revolutionizing…

Haye KestelooJul 5
Sky Elements Aims for World Records with Massive 4th of July Drone Shows Across U.S.
United States

Sky Elements Aims for World Records with Massive 4th of July Drone Shows Across U.S.

On July 4, 2025, Sky Elements Drone Shows will illuminate the skies with 525 drones in Irving, Texas, attempting to create the largest aerial image of a cowboy hat, kicking off a bold Independence Day spectacle. The North Texas-based company, renowned for pushing drone entertainment boundaries, will also attempt a second world record on the…

Haye KestelooJul 4
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