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Sony

Freefly’s Astro Prime Drone: A Game-Changer in Aerial Technology

Freefly Systems, based in Woodinville, Washington, has introduced the Astro Prime drone, aiming to revolutionize the drone industry with its

Haye KestelooJul 8

DJI

Filming a Concert on a Glacier with My DJI Inspire 3

I've had the opportunity to work on some incredible projects, but filming a concert on a glacier with my DJI Inspire 3 drone has been one of the most

Jake SloanJul 8

Zipline

North Carolina High Schools Launch Innovative Drone Career Pathway

According to a recent report from the Winston-Salem Journal, fourteen high schools in North Carolina’s Triad and northwest regions are set to participate in a groundbreaking drone career pathway initiative. This program, slated to begin in the 2024-25 school year, is the result of a partnership between the N.C. Department of Public Instruction and Zipline,…

Haye KestelooJul 7

Skydio

Assaulted Drone Pilot, SkyeBrowse Update, PSA on Flying Near Wildfires, and DJI Mountain Bike

We have three stories for you this week: an assaulted drone pilot wins in court, Skydio releases a new update, and our yearly PSA about drone flying near wildfires. Let’s get to it! Drone Pilot Wins Court Case After Assault A drone pilot won a court case after being assaulted during a property shoot in…

Greg ReverdiauJul 7

Walmart

Walmart’s Drone Delivery Program Faces Unexpected Challenge from Gun Owners

According to a recent report by Fortune, Walmart’s ambitious drone delivery program has encountered an unforeseen obstacle: gun owners shooting down delivery drones. This development highlights the challenges retailers face as they expand their use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) for last-mile delivery services. Florida Incident Sparks Concern In a recent incident in Florida, 72-year-old…

Haye KestelooJul 5

US Air Force

US Air Force Unveils ULTRA Drone: A Game-Changer in Long-Endurance Reconnaissance

ULTRA: USAF’s New Spy Drone Flies for Days on End The United States Air Force has unveiled ULTRA, a new long-endurance reconnaissance drone that can fly for over 80 hours without needing a recharge, as reported by Interesting Engineering. This cost-effective drone is set to revolutionize military surveillance operations. What’s ULTRA? ULTRA, short for Unmanned…

Haye KestelooJul 4

United States

Drone Light Shows Illuminate Fourth of July Skies, Challenging Fireworks Tradition

According to Fox News, drone light shows are emerging as a captivating alternative to traditional fireworks displays for Fourth of July celebrations across the United States. The Rise of Aerial Robotics in Holiday Celebrations Drone light shows involve hundreds or thousands of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) flying in synchronized formations, creating intricate patterns and vibrant…

Haye KestelooJul 4

Firefighters

Carnegie Mellon’s AI-Powered Firefighting Drones Set for 2025 Launch

Carnegie Mellon University’s Robotics Institute is developing cutting-edge autonomous drones to aid firefighters in combating wildfires, with a potential market launch as early as 2025, according to Technical.ly. These low-flying drones aim to provide real-time terrain and fire information, helping first responders manage resources more effectively and devise safer strategies. AI-Driven Navigation

Haye KestelooJul 2

United States

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