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Teledyne FLIR and Gremsy Partner to Launch Advanced AI-Enabled Thermal Drone Payload
Teledyne FLIR and Gremsy have unveiled their latest collaboration – an advanced AI-driven thermal drone payload that combines high-precision imaging with artificial intelligence capabilities. The new Vio F1 payload, developed under Teledyne FLIR’s “Thermal by FLIR” program, represents a significant…
Saab Introduces Game-Changing UAV Training System, Addressing Modern Warfare Demands
Saab unveiled a sophisticated new UAV training capability at I/ITSEC 2024 in Orlando, Florida, marking a significant advance in preparing military forces for the realities of drone warfare. The system, which can simulate both offensive drone operations and counter-UAV missions,…
NDAA 2025 Drone Provisions: Security Evaluation Could Lead to Automatic Ban of Chinese Drones
The recently released National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) for fiscal year 2025 includes provisions that could significantly impact the U.S. drone industry, particularly regarding Chinese-manufactured unmanned aircraft systems. While some industry groups are celebrating the exclusion of the Countering CCP…
New Jersey Senator Demands Emergency Hearing on Unexplained Drone Activity Over Critical Infrastructure
New Jersey State Senator Douglas J. Steinhardt has called for an immediate joint legislative hearing to address what he describes as alarming drone activity over military installations and critical infrastructure across the state. In a strongly worded letter to Governor…
Congress Mandates Security Evaluation of DJI and Autel Drones in FY25 NDAA Bill
The newly released Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) includes provisions requiring a comprehensive security evaluation of Chinese drone manufacturers DJI and Autel Robotics, potentially leading to restrictions on their use in the United States. The legislation mandates…
Countering CCP Drones Act did NOT make it into NDAA!
We have big news to share. You may already have seen online, but if not, the text of the 2025 NDAA was released by the House Rules Committee on Saturday. We are THRILLED to report that the Countering CCP Drones Act language did…
DJI Air 3S vs Mini 4 Pro: My In-Depth Testing Results From Alaska to the Desert
You might think the DJI Air 3S beats the Mini 4 Pro in every category, but my extensive field testing has revealed some surprising results. After purchasing both drones myself (not manufacturer samples) and testing them in extreme conditions from…
Spexi Secures $11.5M to Scale Global Drone Imagery Network
Drone imagery startup Spexi has raised $11.5 million in Series A funding to expand its network of pilots capturing ultra-high-resolution aerial data. Led by Blockchange Ventures, the funding validates Spexi’s innovative approach to building a standardized global imagery database that…
Large-Scale Drone Activity Over New Jersey Raises Security Concerns
A wave of mysterious drone sightings across New Jersey has prompted investigations by federal authorities and raised questions about drone surveillance and airspace security. Reports describe large unmanned aircraft conducting systematic flights over critical infrastructure, including reservoirs, power lines, and…
US Announces $988M Ukraine Aid Package Including Drone Systems
The United States has unveiled a significant new military aid package for Ukraine worth $988 million, which includes various unmanned aerial systems and related technology. The announcement came during the Reagan National Defense Forum in California on December 7, 2024,…
Amazon Takes First Steps Toward Drone Delivery in Europe with Italian Test Flight
Amazon has achieved a significant milestone in its European drone delivery ambitions, successfully completing its first test flight in Italy using the MK-30 delivery drone, reports Reuters. The December 4th test, conducted in the central Italian town of San Salvo,…
Urgent NDAA Developments Could Severely Impact US Drone Industry
Industry expert Vic Moss has raised urgent concerns about potential restrictions on Chinese-made drones being fast-tracked through Congress, warning of devastating consequences for the US drone industry if certain provisions are included in the upcoming National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).…
