Drone policy, incidents, and industry news across the United States — from statehouses to the national airspace.
A California man has been arrested for allegedly using a drone to deliver fentanyl and other drugs, leading to a customer’s death. This disturbing case, reported by The Guardian, highlights the misuse of drone technology for illegal activities. The Drone-Based Drug Operation Christopher Patrick Laney, 34, of Lancaster, California, is accused of operating an unregistered…
On, October 16th, 2024, US Customs suspended the imports of some drones from the company DJI. It appears that this is not related to the DJI ban
Cathy Cahill, Ph.D., is at the helm of a cutting-edge drone program at the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) that’s pushing the boundaries of unmanned aircraft technology. As reported by the Fairbanks Daily News Miner, Cahill leads the Alaska Center for Unmanned Aircraft Systems Integration (ACUASI), a hub for testing and pioneering unmanned drone and…
A University of Minnesota agricultural engineering grad student from China has been sentenced to six months in prison for illegally flying a drone over a sensitive U.S. naval shipbuilding base in Virginia. The incident, reported by the Star Tribune, highlights growing concerns about drone use near critical infrastructure. The Drone Flight and Arrest Fengyun Shi,…
DJI Air 3S Review: This is my new favorite drone that's come out today for a few key reasons. it is going to replace my Mavic 3 Pro as my drone
An aerial photo taken in 1860 by James Wallace Black offers a bird's-eye view of Boston a milestone in history of photography and aerial imagery.
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…
A leaked image has surfaced on social media, potentially revealing additional details about DJI’s upcoming Air 3S drone. The information, shared by reliable industry insider OsitaLV on X (formerly Twitter), gives us a glimpse into what could be DJI’s next flagship travel photography drone. Cutting-Edge Features According to this product sheet, the DJI Air 3S…
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