Drone Companies
DJI Clarifies Mini Drones Compliance: A Closer Look at Remote ID Regulations
Clarity on DJI Mini Drone RID Compliance In the evolving world of drone technology, staying informed about regulatory compliance is crucial for both hobbyists and commercial operators. After DJI’s latest firmware updates, there had been some confusion regarding the Remote…
New Pilot Institute Community, AUVSI Drone Ban, Ingenuity, Alpha Drone, & RID Update
Welcome to the Weekly UAS News Update. We have five stories for you this week. Pilot Institute, that’s us! We are launching a new student community, and it’s massive. AUVSI jumps on the anti-Chinese bandwagon, which is not good. We…
DJI Unveils New Firmware Update for Mic 2: Enhanced Functionality and iPhone 15 Compatibility
Revolutionizing Pocketable Audio Recording: DJI’s Latest Firmware Update DJI, the leader in aerial photography systems, has released a significant firmware update for the DJI Mic 2, marking another stride in audio recording technology. As of January 31, 2024, firmware version…
Rode Wireless Pro: The Best Small Wireless System in 2024
This is the Rode Wireless Pro, and it’s the best small wireless system on the market in 2024 for two reasons. It’s not just because it records 32-bit internal float audio, nor because it has 7 hours of battery life…
Snap’s Pixy Drone Recall: A Cautionary Tale in Tech Innovation
The Rise and Fall of Pixy Drone Snap Inc., known for its popular social media app Snapchat, ventured into the drone market with its Pixy flying selfie camera drone. This bold move was a significant shift from its previous hardware…
DJI Active Track 360 Full Tutorial: Updated Settings and Features
What’s going on, guys? Billy here. With the brand new Mini 4 Pro from DJI, they included a new version of their Active Track system, called Active Track 360. To give you a quick rundown, this new feature has a…
DJI Fly App Update: BIG Changes to Flying Spots, EU Regulations, and more
Today, I want to talk about the latest version of the DJI Fly application, version 1.2.8, which emphasizes user experience and keeps you updated on all the rules and regulations you need to follow when flying your drone. DJI Fly…
DJI Osmo Pocket 3: Enhanced Features with Latest Firmware Update
DJI, a leader in the world of innovative camera technology, has released a new firmware update for its popular DJI Osmo Pocket 3. This latest update, released on January 31, 2024, brings several enhancements and fixes that promise to elevate…
DroneXL Welcomes Acclaimed Filmmaker and Photographer Jake Sloan to Its Team of Authors
DroneXL, a leading news platform in the drone industry, is thrilled to announce the addition of Jake Sloan to its influential team of authors. Sloan, an Emmy Award-nominated filmmaker and photographer from Anchorage, Alaska, joins a distinguished group including Billy…
Firmware Update Turns DJI Mini Drones Non-Compliant for Commercial Use
Unintended Consequences of a Firmware Update Surprisingly, the latest firmware updates for the popular DJI mini drones, specifically the DJI Mini 3 and DJI Mini 4 Pro, have inadvertently rendered these devices illegal for commercial use by Part 107 drone…
We wouldn’t be able to afford American-made drones. There’s no way.
Oklahoma’s Emergency Response at Risk: The Impact of a Proposed Drone Ban In Oklahoma, a contentious legislative proposal threatens to impede emergency management operations significantly. House Bill 3068, aimed at banning the use of certain foreign-made drones, particularly from China…
Amazon’s Drone Delivery Achieves Remarkable Speed in Texas
Revolutionizing Delivery: Amazon’s Drone Success Amazon, the global e-commerce giant, has once again made headlines with its innovative approach to drone delivery services. In a remarkable achievement, Amazon successfully delivered a box of cookies by drone to a customer in…