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Marine Corps Invests $400M in Cutting-Edge Anti-Drone Tech
The U.S. Marine Corps is stepping up its game in the ongoing battle against rogue drones. In a recent announcement, the Marine Corps Systems Command awarded a hefty $400 million contract to Huntsville-based Invariant and California’s Anduril for a state-of-the-art…
Drones Take Flight in Missouri Hunting: Game-Changer or Ethical Dilemma?
Missouri hunters are embracing a new tool in their arsenal: drones. According to a recent report by KSDK, the state has updated its Wildlife Code to allow the use of thermal drones for recovering wounded deer, turkey, elk, and black…
Man Accused of Using Drone to Drop Explosives in Maine Town
A Woodland, Maine resident has been arrested for allegedly using a drone to drop explosive devices on targets in the small Aroostook County town. The case highlights the potential misuse of drone technology for criminal activities. Drone-Assisted Attacks Over 18…
Drug Dealer Uses Drone for Fentanyl Deliveries, Resulting in Fatal Overdose
A California man has been arrested for allegedly using a drone to deliver fentanyl and other drugs, leading to a customer’s death. This disturbing case, reported by The Guardian, highlights the misuse of drone technology for illegal activities. The Drone-Based…
DJI Drones Suspended?! What Does This Mean?
On, October 16th, 2024, US Customs suspended the imports of some drones from the company DJI. It appears that this is not related to the ongoing legislative efforts (the Countering CCP Drones Act), to ban the sale and use of…
US Sanctions Target Chinese and Russian Entities Over Attack Drones in Ukraine Conflict
The United States has taken significant action by imposing sanctions on two Chinese companies and a Russian affiliate for their involvement in the production and shipment of attack drones used in the ongoing Ukraine conflict, as reported by Reuters. This…
UAF’s Drone Program Soars Under Cathy Cahill’s Leadership
Cathy Cahill, Ph.D., is at the helm of a cutting-edge drone program at the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) that’s pushing the boundaries of unmanned aircraft technology. As reported by the Fairbanks Daily News Miner, Cahill leads the Alaska Center…
US Customs Halts DJI Drone Imports, Citing Uyghur Forced Labor Concerns
The United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has suspended imports of certain drones from Chinese manufacturer DJI, according to a Reuters report. This action stems from concerns related to the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA), a law designed…
Chinese Grad Student Jailed for Drone Photography of US Naval Shipyard
A University of Minnesota agricultural engineering grad student from China has been sentenced to six months in prison for illegally flying a drone over a sensitive U.S. naval shipbuilding base in Virginia. The incident, reported by the Star Tribune, highlights…
DJI Air 3S Review – The Best New Camera Drone
What’s going on guys, Billy here, and I’m going to say it right here, right now, within the first 10 seconds of this DJI Air 3S Review video: this is my new favorite drone that’s come out today for a…
Oldest Surviving Aerial Photo Captures 1860 Boston from Balloon
A groundbreaking aerial photograph taken in 1860 by James Wallace Black offers a unique bird’s-eye view of Boston, marking a significant milestone in the history of photography and aerial imagery. This historic image, titled “Boston, as the Eagle and the…
Whitehall Police Force Adds $49K Drone Amid Privacy Concerns
The city of Whitehall, Ohio, has approved the purchase of a $49,000 police drone, sparking debate over privacy and transparency. The decision, made on October 1, passed with a 5-2 vote despite concerns from some council members and community residents.…