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DJI

Chinese-made drone locates children and adults after kayaks overturn

South Salt Lake police rushed to scene, joined by local fire crews and their invaluable high-tech ally—a Chinese-made drone: DJI Mavic 2 Enterprise

Haye KestelooJun 15

Firefighters

High-tech Drones Aid Firefighters, Pinpointing Hot Spots in Washington City Fire

In the nick of time for the fire season, local fire departments have welcomed a new ally to their ranks: high-tech drones. When a blaze devoured...

Haye KestelooMay 19

DJI Mavic 2 Gets a Smart Update: Embracing Remote ID - Reversal of Texas Drone Law Decision Raises Concerns for Journalists Drones' Impact on Grazing Horses Studied by Researchers - Updated European drone regulations to combat unlawful usage - New Jersey town aims to regulate airspace and restrict drones - DJI Mavic 2 firmware update increases range to 6 miles for both Pro and Zoom models

Wildlife

Drones’ Impact on Grazing Horses Studied by Researchers

As drones become increasingly popular across various industries, including agriculture, concerns have arisen among horse owners and ranchers

Haye KestelooMay 2

Zipline

Zipline Unveils Next-Gen Platform 2 Drone to Boost Aerial Delivery for Millions

Drone delivery pioneer, Zipline, revealed its latest aircraft, Platform 2, on Wednesday. Platform 2 combines fixed-wing flight with hovering propellers.

Haye KestelooMar 15

Walmart

Drone delivery service started at 2 Walmart locations in Utah

In partnership with DroneUp, Walmart started its drone delivery service for two locations in Utah. The Walmart stores that now offer items to be...

Haye KestelooJan 12

DJI

Search and Rescue Team Uses DJI Drones to Save Lost Dog in Utah

The next morning, the Weber County Sheriff's Office Search and Rescue team used DJI drones to locate and rescue the lost dog.

Haye KestelooDec 29

FORMER CONGRESSMAN WANTS TO BLAST DRONE WITH SHOTGUN BUT GETS BILL PASSED INSTEAD

Brinc

Former congressman wanted to blast drone with shotgun but gets bill approved instead

Former Utah congressman, Jason Chaffetz said that he wanted to blast drone with shotgun out of the yard. Instead, he got a bill passed to study...

Haye KestelooFeb 11

Video

8K drone video of Manti-La Sal National Forest

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

Utah

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