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Swiss company Wingtra introduced the WingtraRAY, as a vertical takeoff and landing drone tailored for survey professionals seeking rapid data collection and simplified regulatory approvals. The drone enables users to map 100 hectares (250 acres) in just 10 minutes, marking a 40% speed increase over the previous WingtraOne GEN II model. Key Performance Capabilities WingtraRAY…
Amazon Prime Day 2025, running July 8–11, brings steep discounts on DJI drones, stabilizers, and power stations, offering drone professionals and recreational pilots a prime opportunity to snag high-end gear at budget-friendly prices. Amazon’s official Prime Day page highlights DJI’s extensive lineup, with deals on compact drones and versatile accessories tailored for aerial photography and…
Dear Drone pilots: Kerr County, Texas, is dealing with enough chaos. Picture this: a rescue helicopter, buzzing through the sky like a caffeinated hummingbird
In Mesa, Arizona, 18-year-old Maxence Pastore is turning his passion for drones into a lifeline for pet owners, using advanced thermal imaging to locate lost animals. Operating under his FAA Part 107 commercial drone license, Pastore’s business, TRACC Pet Recovery, has already reunited several families with their furry companions, showcasing how drone technology is revolutionizing…
For those who were waiting on the DJI Osmo 360 and DJI Mic 3. You’ll be satisfied to hear webshops are setting up to sell at the end of this month. Today I stumbled upon the complete webshop description and pictures of both products already online (Source known by DroneXL). So let’s first dive in…
Welcome to your weekly UAS news update. We have three stories for you this week: DJI is releasing the FlyCart 100, an impressive drone; Wingtra is teasing a new drone; and a “Drones for Good” story. Let’s dive in. DJI FlyCart 100 Release DJI has launched the FlyCart 100, a robust drone capable of carrying…
Drones are needed. Venezuela’s Mérida state got slammed by monster rains in June 2025. Rivers overflowed. Roads crumbled.
In response to a series of fires in Albuquerque’s Bosque, the Albuquerque Police Department (APD) has launched a drone patrol program to enhance fire detection and improve public safety. Following two fires in June and another on July 1, 2025, APD’s use of Skydio drones equipped with thermal imaging marks a significant step in leveraging…
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