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A critical legal battle over drone access to airspace is unfolding in Michigan, where operators are challenging the University of Michigan’s broad prohibition of unmanned aircraft over its properties. The case, heard Tuesday in the Michigan Court of Claims, could set a significant precedent for drone operators’ rights across the state via The Detroit News.…
We have three drone news stories for you this week: a Florida man who shot down a drone and was fined, leaked photos of what may be a new DJI Enterprise controller, and the New Jersey drone hysteria getting out of hand. Let’s get into it. NDAA Update: Senate Passes Bill Before diving into the…
I said I wasn’t going to make another video about the New Jersey drone situation unless something significant happened — and here we are. On December 19th, the FAA finally stepped in, designating temporary flight restrictions (TFRs) throughout the state. These TFRs define where drone pilots can and cannot fly. This morning, I woke up…
Senator Rand Paul has blocked legislation aimed at expanding drone detection capabilities for state and local authorities, despite recent concerns over mysterious drone sightings across northeastern states, reports The Hill. The Kentucky Republican, who is set to chair the Senate Homeland Security Committee, contested the Democratic-led initiative on grounds that it would unnecessarily expand gove
Natural disaster response organization StormPoint significantly enhanced its emergency operations through deployment of DJI Enterprise drones
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) implemented temporary flight restrictions (TFRs) for drones over more than 20 critical infrastructure locations
The Federal Aviation Administration reports an unprecedented surge in laser strikes against aircraft across the northeastern United States since the start of the mystery drone sightings, with New Jersey experiencing a 269% increase in incidents compared to the previous year. Through mid-December 2024, New Jersey recorded 59 laser incidents, compared to just 16 during the…
Two men have been charged in connection with illegally exporting sensitive drone navigation technology that was later used in a deadly attack on U.S. forces, highlighting the critical importance of protecting advanced drone components from falling into hostile hands. The January 28, 2024 attack at Tower 22 military base in Jordan resulted in the deaths…
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