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Ohio's DFR Divide: Dublin Chose DJI, Columbus Picked Skydio - What December 23 Really Means

DJI

Ohio’s DFR Gamble: Dublin’s DJI vs. Columbus’s Skydio

Two Ohio police departments, two opposite bets. As the Dec 23 DJI ban deadline looms, Dublin's autonomous DJI fleet faces risks Columbus's Skydio cruisers don't.

Haye KestelooDec 16

Amazon

DJI Mini 5 Pro on Amazon: Only 7 Days Left to Buy Before December 23 Deadline

DJI Mini 5 Pro now on Amazon for $1,099 (31% off). Only 7 days left before the December 23 FCC deadline. Prime shipping available. Buy now before it's too late.

Haye KestelooDec 16

EHang

Hong Kong eVTOL Plans Reveal China’s Global Aviation Standards Strategy

Hong Kong just revealed its hand in the global eVTOL race, and it’s not just about air taxis. It’s about who writes the rules. Dominic Chow Wing-hang, Hong Kong’s deputy director general of civil aviation, announced Saturday that passenger-carrying eVTOLs could begin trials within two to three years. But the announcement came at a Belt…

Haye KestelooDec 16

Paladin Drones

Paladin Drones Says Former VP Tried to ‘Plunder’ Company After Failed Power Grab

We’ve been tracking Paladin Drones’ rapid expansion across police and fire departments for over a year, but court documents filed in late October allege explosive internal turmoil at the Y Combinator-backed emergency response drone company, including accusations of corporate sabotage, an attempted leadership coup, and shouting matches between executives. According to Law360, Houston-based Paladin

Haye KestelooDec 15

Antigravity A1 First Impressions: This Invisible Drone Creates an Eye in the Sky

DJI

NDAA 2026: Local Police to Gain New Powers to Take Down Your Drone

We’ve tracked counter-drone legislation for years, but the FY 2026 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) changes everything for every drone pilot in America. The bill passed the House 312-112 on December 10 and awaits final Senate action this week before President Trump’s expected signature. For the first time, it creates a federal framework allowing certain…

Haye KestelooDec 15

DJI

DJI Neo 2 – I Didn’t Think a Tiny Drone Could Do This…

I’ve been testing the DJI Neo 2 for the past couple of weeks, and honestly, this thing might be the best follow-me camera drone for everyday people who just want to fly, film, and not stress about anything else. The Neo 2 looks familiar at first glance, but don’t let that fool you. This is…

Mikhail SvilanovDec 15