Drone policy, incidents, and industry news across the United States — from statehouses to the national airspace.
In the wake of severe flooding in Central Texas, Justin Cox and his team at Backcountry Drones LLC have turned to advanced technology to perform an essential rescue mission, reports KWTX. Using DJI drones equipped with thermal lenses, they are working tirelessly to locate animals lost during the disaster. This innovative approach not only showcases…
In Vermont, a proposed bill aiming to restrict drone usage near private properties has recently soared into the legislative spotlight. While it initially failed to clear the crossover deadline, lawmakers have ingeniously kept its hopes alive by incorporating its provisions into a broader legislative package, H.878. This measure addresses “miscellaneous judiciary procedures” and has already…
Forsyth County, North Carolina, took a step in emergency medical response by demo the use of a drone to deliver Automated External Defibrillators (AEDs).
We have four drone stories: Connecticut, the DFR (Drone for First Responders Act), Michigan court case, and follow-up on Philly YouTuber.
In Wheat Ridge, Colorado, the local police department has introduced a cutting-edge drone program designed to enhance their investigative capabilities. Led by a team of eight skilled drone pilots, this initiative marks a significant advancement in law enforcement tactics within the community. Revolutionizing Police Work Enhanced Crime Scene Analysis The drone team at Wheat Ridge…
In a significant advancement in drone technology, Pyka and Sierra Nevada Corporation (SNC) have introduced a new, autonomous, all-electric drone tailored for the U.S. Department of Defense. The Pelican Cargo, described as the size of a school bus, is set to revolutionize how the military handles logistics in contested areas. A Drone Like No Other…
In Arlington, Texas, a novel pilot project featuring drones and autonomous vehicles is set to revolutionize how food is delivered to mobility-challenged residents. This initiative, a collaboration between the city and the Tarrant Area Food Bank, will utilize a $780,000 grant from the Department of Energy, complemented by approximately $820,000 from various partners, to test…
In Bensalem Township, Pennsylvania, police are pioneering the use of DJI drone technology to combat a rising wave of retail thefts. This high-tech tactic has not only boosted the department’s efficiency in arresting suspects but also significantly increased their clearance rates for such crimes, reports 6 ABC Philadelphia. Drones on Duty The Bensalem Police Department…
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