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

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Video

To get in the mood for this photogenic season, look at this 8K drone video of the Manti-La Sal National Forest, in Utah and Colorado.

Wiebe de JagerSep 13

Police

The New York Police Department (NYPD) uses counterterrorism tools and police drones on everyday New Yorkers in the post-9/11 era.

Haye KestelooSep 8

Tethered drone

AT&T's tethered drones, officially known as 'Flying COWs' provide internet connectivity in hurricane-hit areas that such as Louisiana.

Haye KestelooSep 7

Drones for Good

A missing woman from Elkton, Maryland was found safe late Sunday night after an extensive search that included drones with thermal cameras.

Haye KestelooSep 6

Florida

Earlier this week a disturbing video showed up on TikTok in which an alligator grabs a DJI Spark drone mid-air. The reptile attempts to eat...

Haye KestelooSep 2

Drone Incidents

The Dixie Fire drone incident is under investigation by the FAA and the FBI. The drone flight had interfered with Cal Fire aircraft fire...

Haye KestelooAug 12

Drones for Good

After the Champlain Towers South condominium collapsed, drones were flown night and day to survey the Surfside condo collapse and look for

Haye KestelooAug 10

Nebraska

To clear roadways faster while troopers are still conducting a crash investigation, the Nebraska State Patrol has launched a drone program.

Haye KestelooAug 10

The drone industry moves fast. Stay ahead of it.