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AAM Document from FAA, SCARY Iowa State Bill, Aloft Air Boss Function
Welcome to the weekly UAS News update. We have three stories for you. The first one is about Advanced Air Mobility (AAM), something is happening with the FAA, and we’ll talk about that. We also have a bill in Iowa…
Zipline Soars in the Disruptor 50 with Drone Deliveries
Zipline, an ambitious drone delivery enterprise, has earned the 25th spot on CNBC’s prestigious Disruptor 50 list this year. With operations spanning seven countries — Rwanda, Ghana, the US, Nigeria, Japan, Kenya, and Côte D’Ivoire — the firm has made…
DroneUp and Wonder Robotics Join Forces to Boost Drone Delivery Operations
Autonomous drone delivery provider DroneUp and Israeli startup Wonder Robotics, an expert in autonomous solutions for drones and eVTOLs, have successfully completed an initial operational evaluation on DroneUp’s platform. This collaboration aims to enhance autonomy and safety, allowing DroneUp to…
FDNY Showcases Drones for Emergency Response at First Responder Conference
At a recent first responder conference, the Fire Department New York showed how drones can be utilized by emergency personnel during large-scale crises. The FDNY employed this cutting-edge technology last month during the Ann Street building collapse, demonstrating its potential…
DJI $279M Lawsuit, Autel Alpha Leak, Country of Origin Ban, NPRM for …
Welcome to the Weekly UAS News Update. We have four stories for you this week: DJI loses $279 million in a lawsuit, Autel Robotics is potentially releasing a new drone called the Autel Alpha, an Arkansas country of origin ban…
Drone Harmony Expands Support to Entire DJI Enterprise Drone Range
Drone Harmony, a prominent provider of UAV mission planning and capture software, has revealed that it now supports the full DJI Enterprise drone lineup. This enhancement will enable commercial drone operators to conduct aerial inspections and surveys more efficiently, safely,…
How do the Zipline Silent Propellers Work?
In a recent video, YouTuber Mark Rober showcased some innovative Zipline drones that are designed to deliver medical supplies in Rwanda. While the drones themselves are impressive, there is one aspect of their design that has caught the attention of…
Zack Nelson arrested for flying Mavic 3 Pro in Germany, now prefers Mini 3 Pro
As an experienced drone pilot, Zack Nelson from the popular Youtube channel Jerry Rig Everything had his fair share of adventures and mishaps. One such incident, which led to Zack’s arrest in Germany, when he was flying the DJI Mavic…
Custom Prescription Lenses for DJI Goggles Integra – HonsVR Review
G’day, folks! Shawn here from Air Photography. In today’s video, we’re going to be taking a look at some prescription lenses for the DJI Goggles Integra. I did a video when the DJI Avata was first released about some prescription…
Florida’s Battle Over DeSantis’ Chinese Drone Ban
Florida lawmakers have allocated $25 million to aid police in replacing their aerial drone fleets following Governor Ron DeSantis’ administration’s Chinese drone ban, that prohibits local governments from using Chinese-made drones earlier this year. Law enforcement agencies can now apply…
Drones Revolutionize Oyster Reef Surveying with Efficiency and Accuracy
In early 2021, a drone flew at about 100 feet over the Gulf waters at a speed of 13 mph while emitting 700,000 laser pulses per second as it surveyed an oyster reef off the Big Bend Coast of Western…
Lynchburg Police Secures Federal Funding for Drone Program
The Lynchburg Police Department (LPD) in Virginia is set to receive a significant technology upgrade, thanks to federal funding. Last week, the Lynchburg City Council voted unanimously to allocate $362,047 in federal funds to the LPD for purchasing cutting-edge equipment,…