Drone policy, incidents, and industry news across the United States — from statehouses to the national airspace.
Veolia North America has transformed its approach to managing aging water infrastructure by deploying drones equipped with thermal cameras, saving over 3 billion gallons of water in recent years. This innovative strategy reportedly addresses a critical issue in New Jersey’s water systems, where leaks from century-old pipes waste vast resources and disrupt services. How Drones…
The United States government is conducting a security investigation into DJI and Autel drones to assess whether their import or use poses a threat to national security. The outcome of this investigation seems predictable—it will likely align with the government’s objectives. Here’s what this means for the drone industry in the United States. I’m Russ,…
Researchers at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University have uncovered patterns in drone operations that challenge safety norms, with many small uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) flying above the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) established 400-foot ceiling. This nationwide analysis highlights growing drone usage and identifies “hot spots” where encounters with manned aircraft could escalate. The
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…
Israeli defense firm Robotican recently delivered dozens of its Rooster hybrid drone systems to European special operations forces, intervention units, and infantry teams, marking a key expansion in tactical unmanned technology. This move, coupled with the drone’s new NATO registration, positions it as a reliable tool for high-stakes missions in restricted environments, according to Defence…
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
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
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…
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