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More DJI Leaks, DroneUp Layoffs, and a Failed Drone Smuggling Attempt
Welcome to Your Weekly US News Update We have three stories for you: more DJI leaks, DroneUp layoffs, and a failed drone smuggling attempt in South Carolina. Let’s get to it! DJI Leaks: A3S and Neo First up this week…
Drones Used to Smuggle Drugs into Georgia Prisons, Authorities Say
Federal prosecutors have unveiled a sophisticated drone operation used to smuggle drugs and other contraband into Georgia state prisons. The scheme, which ran for five years starting in 2019, involved nearly two dozen people and highlights the growing challenge of…
Altru Health System Partners with iSight Drone Services for Medical Deliveries
Altru Health System and iSight Drone Services have signed a research agreement to explore the use of drones for medical deliveries between Altru’s facilities. The partnership, reportedly announced on April 8, aims to leverage drone technology for transporting medical equipment…
Drone Experiment Reveals Surprising Behavior in Moving Vehicles
A fascinating experiment conducted by a curious researcher has shed light on how drones and other objects behave inside moving vehicles. The study, shared in a detailed video, explores the concept of relative motion using a drone and a neutrally…
FAA Set to Propose Landmark Drone Rule, Potentially Transforming US Airspace
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is on the cusp of issuing a groundbreaking rule that could dramatically increase the number of drones in U.S. skies. According to MIT Technology Review, the agency is expected to propose new regulations for flying…
Cyberhawk Secures Nationwide BVLOS Drone Waiver from FAA
Cyberhawk, a global leader in drone-based inspection services, has been granted a nationwide Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) waiver by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This landmark authorization allows Cyberhawk to operate drones beyond visual line of sight without…
Small Drone Makers Face Major Hurdles in Remote ID Compliance
The drone industry is at a crossroads as small and mid-size manufacturers grapple with the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) Standard Remote ID (SRID) regulations. A comprehensive report from the Drone Advisory Council sheds light on the significant challenges these companies…
UK Researchers Test Drone Swarms for Wildfire Detection and Suppression
A team of firefighters, scientists, and engineers in the UK is developing technology that could revolutionize wildfire detection and suppression using swarms of autonomous drones. According to a BBC report, the project aims to deploy up to 30 large twin-engine…
Drones Revolutionize Law Enforcement in Rural Wisconsin County
In a significant leap forward for rural policing, the Manitowoc County Sheriff’s Office in Wisconsin has successfully integrated unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) into their operations, drastically improving their response capabilities and officer safety. According to a report by Government Technology,…
Flytrex: Leading the Charge in Drone Delivery
Flytrex, a pioneer in drone delivery services, has reached a significant milestone by completing 100,000 on-demand deliveries in North Carolina and Texas. This achievement reportedly marks the highest number of airborne food deliveries in the United States, showcasing the growing…
Drones Race Against Time to Save Lives in Cardiac Emergencies
In a groundbreaking initiative, drones are set to become first responders in cardiac emergencies, potentially saving lives by delivering automated external defibrillators (AEDs) faster than traditional emergency services. This innovative approach is being tested in several locations across the United…
Swiss Drone Startup Wingtra Secures €23 Million in Series B1 Funding
Wingtra AG, a Swiss drone manufacturer specializing in vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) solutions, has raised €23 million in a Series B1 funding round. The investment was led by RKKVC, a Polish-rooted family office, with participation from several other investors…