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Police

New Jersey Businessman’s Dye-Dropping Drone Stunt Shocks Locals

That's what happened at the Quality Inn in Galloway Township and other places in New Jersey. The culprit? A drone dropping green dye.

Haye KestelooSep 6

Amazon

Revolutionary C-Band Drone Flights: A Leap Forward for U.S. Drone Operations

The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma (CNO) and their technology partner, uAvionix, have made history. They've completed America's first drone flights

Haye KestelooAug 30

DJI

Capturing Hyperlapses with DJI Mini 3 Pro During Tesla Event

Though the event buzzed with racing and sunsets in the canyons, my mission was distinct: capturing aerial hyperlapses with the DJI Mini 3 Pro.

Billy KyleAug 30

Police

NYPD Sets Strict No-Drone Policy for U.S. Open

NYPD emphasized a stringent a no-drone or "zero-tolerance policy" for any drones observed around the tournament venue, assuring swift action

Haye KestelooAug 29

In an unforeseen twist during last weekend's college football season kickoff, a DJI Mini drone took center stage, temporarily suspending the face-off between UMass and New Mexico State.

DJI

Unexpected DJI Mini Drone Halts UMass’ Game Triumph

A DJI Mini drone took center stage, temporarily suspending the face-off between UMass and New Mexico State.

Haye KestelooAug 28

Police

NYPD Increases Police Drone Use at Crime Scenes

The NYPD has voiced plans to ramp up the utilization of drones to survey crime scenes, as detailed by the NYPD Chief of Patrol, John Chell.

Haye KestelooAug 27

United States

Taiwan Detects Increased Chinese Military Activities, incl. Combat Drones

In a recent development, Taiwan's defense ministry reported that 20 Chinese air force planes, including combat drones, entered Taiwan's air defense zone within a 24-hour timeframe.

Haye KestelooAug 27

On an otherwise quiet day in Pittsburgh's Garfield neighborhood, authorities faced gunfire, drones were deployed, and the community held its collective breath during a prolonged standoff.

Police

Drones and Deputies: The Siege in Pittsburgh’s Garfield Neighborhood

On an otherwise quiet day in Pittsburgh's Garfield neighborhood, authorities faced gunfire, drones were deployed, and the community held its

Haye KestelooAug 25

United States

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