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China Cuts Drone Component Supply Lines to West, Impacting Ukraine’s Defense Capabilities
Beijing has begun restricting exports of crucial drone components to Western nations, potentially disrupting Ukraine’s military drone program and signaling an escalation in US-China trade tensions. The equipment squeeze follows earlier sanctions on US military contractors and precedes tighter drone…
DJI Mini 5 Pro Rumors Point to LiDAR and Enhanced Motors – Release Summer 2025?
A leaked image, from DJI leaker OsitaLV, suggests DJI may be pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the sub-250g drone category with its upcoming DJI Mini 5 (Pro), potentially featuring advanced LiDAR obstacle sensing and improved motor design. The…
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…
Rheinmetall Partners with Auterion to Standardize Military Drone Operations
German defense giant Rheinmetall is partnering with US-based software specialist Auterion to develop unified control standards for autonomous military drones, marking a significant shift in battlefield drone operations, reports the Financial Times. The collaboration aims to address one of the…
Star-Based Navigation System Could Make Drones GPS-Independent
Australian researchers have developed a pioneering celestial navigation system for drones that could eliminate reliance on GPS signals, potentially transforming both military and commercial drone operations. The breakthrough comes from the University of South Australia, where scientists have created a…
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…
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…
What’s The Best Cheap Beginner Drone? DJI NEO vs Mini 4K
If you’re in the market for your first DJI drone and want to know what the absolute cheapest options are, you’ve got two interesting choices to consider as I recently explored in detail. Let me break down what you need…
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).…
