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Drone policy, incidents, and industry news across the United States — from statehouses to the national airspace.

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Police

"Drones can investigate crashes from a safe distance, conduct search and rescue operations… or safely document natural disasters,"

Haye KestelooJun 26

Police

Signed by Gov. J.B. Pritzker, the law, which took effect immediately, allows local police to use drones at outdoor, government-hosted events,...

Haye KestelooJun 25

Police

Drone News: Late in the evening of June 21, a Rhode Island woman's quiet night turned unsettling. After arriving home from work around 11 p.m.,

Haye KestelooJun 25

DJI

Chinese Drones are an integral tool for the Hays County Sheriff’s Office in Texas, aiding in everything from missing persons to SWAT operations.

Haye KestelooJun 22

Police

A kayaking trip turned into a nighttime drone rescue operation when 69-year-old Thompson found himself stranded on an island in the Saco River.

Haye KestelooJun 20

United States

Taking a leap in the drone technology realm, StrixDrones, based in Washington Township, Ohio., has successfully launched its game-changing

Haye KestelooJun 20

Police

In a bid to bolster public safety, Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker has signed a bill allowing increased use of police drones at public events.

Haye KestelooJun 17

DJI

South Salt Lake police rushed to scene, joined by local fire crews and their invaluable high-tech ally—a Chinese-made drone: DJI Mavic 2 Enterprise

Haye KestelooJun 15

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