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Drone Technology Advances: From Policing to Warfare
Drone technology is evolving rapidly, with major developments in policing, delivery, manufacturing, and warfare. According to a recent MIT Technology Review article, four key areas are seeing significant changes that could reshape how drones are used. Police Drones Going Beyond…
Amazon Selected for UK Drone Delivery Trial Beyond Visual Line of Sight
Amazon has been chosen as one of six organizations to participate in a groundbreaking drone trial in the UK, allowing for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) flights. This development, reported by The Independent, marks a significant step forward in…
Austin Fire Department Deploys Drone to Locate Lost Hiker in Zilker Park
The Austin Fire Department (AFD) has launched a drone operation to assist in the search for a lost individual near Zilker Park. The missing person, who is reportedly uninjured, was last seen on a trail close to the 2200 block…
Michigan Invests $6 Million in Advanced Aerial Mobility Projects
Michigan is taking a significant step towards becoming a leader in drone and unpiloted aircraft technology. The state has announced a $6 million investment in four projects aimed at scaling up infrastructure for advanced aerial mobility. Funding the Future of…
Drone Technology Aids in Locating Missing Person in Texas
In a remarkable display of drone technology, the Sherman Police Department deployed its drone team early Sunday morning to assist Grayson County deputies in locating a missing man suffering from Alzheimer’s. Thanks to the drone’s capabilities, the individual was found…
Man Arrested for Flying Over SpaceX, 2 New Drone Rumors, & Drone Spying at the Olympics
Welcome to your weekly UAS News update. You may notice Greg is absent. I’m Ben. I usually edit these news updates for you every Friday, but today I’m filling in as most of the team is in Oshkosh. We have…
Man Arrested for Flying Drone Over SpaceX Facility in Texas
A 32-year-old man was recently arrested for operating a drone over SpaceX’s launch facility in Cameron County, Texas. The drone incident, reported by Valley Central, highlights the legal implications of flying unmanned aircraft near critical infrastructure. Unauthorized Flight Over Restricted…
Remote ID Poses a Danger to Legal Drone Operations, Say Pilots
In a recent Reddit post, a Texas-based agricultural drone operator shared a harrowing experience highlighting the potential dangers of the FAA’s Remote ID for drones. The incident has sparked a heated discussion among drone enthusiasts, who argue that the system…
Amazon Prime Air Seeks to Expand Drone Delivery Operations in College Station
According to a recent report by KBTX News, Amazon Prime Air is looking to significantly expand its drone delivery operations in College Station, Texas. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has extended the deadline for public comments on this proposed expansion.…
Illegal Drone Grounds Firefighting Aircraft in 500-Acre Oregon Wildfire Battle
An unauthorized drone flight has forced the suspension of aerial firefighting efforts against the Upper Applegate Fire in Jackson County, Oregon, report KTVZ. The incident highlights the growing challenge of drone interference in wildfire suppression operations and recalls the region’s…
Texas Man Charged for Flying Drone Near Rangers Playoff Game
Complaint Alleges Illegal Drone Flight During ALCS Game 4 A Texas man, Jason Carvell Banner, has been charged for flying an unmanned aircraft system (UAS) in restricted airspace surrounding Globe Life Field in Arlington on October 19, 2023. The incident…
Drone Technology Revolutionizes Cleaning of Historic Tyler Chamber Building
The historic six-story Tyler Chamber of Commerce building, an architectural Art Deco gem built in 1938, reportedly received a revolutionary exterior cleaning this past Saturday thanks to cutting-edge drone technology from Poseidon Power Washing. After a one-week weather delay, the…