Drone policy, incidents, and industry news across the United States — from statehouses to the national airspace.
Hostage Situation Unfolds in Winnie Brook On February 27th, a tense hostage situation reportedly unfolded in the Winnie Brook Subdivision in Brooklet, Georgia. The Bulloch County Sheriff’s Office responded to the scene where a suspect, identified as Joshua Hellberg, was reportedly holding a woman at gunpoint, threatening to kill both her and himself. Successful Negotiation…
Drone Program: A Technological Leap for Public Safety In a significant advancement for public safety and operational efficiency, the Lawrence County Sheriff’s Office in Illinois has officially announced the establishment of its Drone Program. This innovative initiative is set to enhance the capabilities of the Sheriff’s Office, particularly in search and rescue operations, preserving life,…
In a shocking case of high-tech smuggling, a Columbia man has been sentenced to 10 years in federal prison for flying drones loaded with drugs and other contraband into two South Carolina prisons. The South Carolina Department of Corrections (SCDC) reportedly worked tirelessly to apprehend the suspect, Brian Francis Williams Jr., who brought meth, crack,…
In a move to enhance community safety and increase the efficiency of their operations, the Los Lunas Police Department (LLPD) in New Mexico has recently implemented a cutting-edge drone program along with the reintroduction of their bicycle patrol program. This new technology, including a high-end drone and state-of-the-art electric bicycles, is providing invaluable tools for…
Swarm Aero, a leading developer of large drone swarms, has selected Northwest Arkansas as the site for its advanced manufacturing of drones.
DJI Fifth Avenue, nestled in the heart of NYC, is set to open as the East Coast's top destination for everything drone-related. From commercial to
Welcome to the 250th episode of your Weekly UAS News Update. That's right, 250! We have three drone stories for you this week: the sentencing
Innovative Skies: Ohio’s New Frontier in Traffic Management The Ohio Department of Transportation (ODOT) is setting a new precedent in traffic surveillance technology by deploying a large drone to monitor a bustling highway stretch outside Columbus. This pioneering initiative has been green-lit thanks to special permission from federal aviation authorities, marking a significant leap forward…
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