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We don’t TRUST the FAA’s drone numbers at all!
Yesterday, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) released the latest drone numbers. The numbers caused a lengthy discussion on Facebook.
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100 Switchblade drones aka killer drones to be sent to Ukraine
President Biden announced on Wednesday that the United States will send 100 Switchblade drones, also known as killer drones to Ukraine. The 100 Switchblade drones from AeroVironment are part of a much bigger $800 million military aid package that also includes 800 Stinger anti-aircraft systems, 100 grenade launchers, 20 million rounds of small arms ammunition,…
DJI
DJI Mavic 3 GPS issue will be fixed with a firmware update soon drone maker says
We received a statement from DJI in which the drone maker acknowledges the DJI Mavic 3 GPS issue and promises a firmware update soon to fix it.
Oregon
The Oregon drone community needs your help now!
The Oregon drone community needs your help now! Oregon is looking at possibly changing rules to fly drones in their State Parks. A local group is
United States
How can you tell if a dolphin is pregnant? With a drone, of course!
Researchers at the University of Aberdeen found that drones can successfully be used to determine whether or not dolphins are pregnant.
Ukraine
Polish drone pilot illuminates Belarusian Embassy with Ukrainian flag to show solidarity
As a show of solidarity with the Ukrainians, a Polish drone pilot decided to light up the Belarusian Embassy in Poland with the Ukrainian flag.
Amazon
Why drone delivery has failed to deliver on its promises
In 2013, Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos surprised friends and foes with the announcement that Amazon would apply drone delivery to its...
Skydio
Florida Deputy Manager Fired Over Secret Lobbyist Work, Including for Skydio Dronemaker
Florida deputy manager lost his job after it was discovered he was secretly working as a lobbyist for several clients, including dronemaker Skydio.
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