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First-person-view (FPV) and tethered drones are set to become formal programs in the U.S. Army by 2025. These small quadcopters, once considered mere curiosities, are now poised to become essential tools in modern warfare. The Push for Formal Programs Lieutenant Colonel Michael Brabner, who oversees small-drone requirements for the Army’s Maneuver Capabilities Development and Integration…
House Republicans introduced legislation to significantly increase tariffs on Chinese-made drones and ban imports of drones with critical Chinese components by 2030. The bill aims to enhance the competitiveness of U.S. drone manufacturers and includes a grant program to support domestic purchases, reports Reuters. Tariff Increases and Import Bans A new legislative proposal led by…
The U.S. Marine Corps has recently introduced its latest innovation in military technology: the Rogue 1 drone. This kamikaze drone, developed by Teledyne FLIR Defense, boasts a range of advanced features designed to enhance the effectiveness and flexibility of Marine fireteams. Reportedly priced at around $94,000 each, the Rogue 1 is expected to revolutionize the…
Walmart’s drone delivery service is expanding in the Dallas-Fort Worth area, aiming to make drone-based delivery a norm for thousands of households. By partnering with Wing and Zipline, the retail giant is setting the stage for a new era of convenience. Expanding Reach in Dallas-Fort Worth Walmart has announced that its drone delivery service now…
Igor Bogdanov from Quadro News shared exciting information on X/Twitter about the rumored new DJI Zenmuse H30 and H30T (thermal) cameras.
Aerial Drones Help Solve Missing Persons Cases In a remarkable breakthrough earlier this month, the remains of 27-year-old Gwen Brunelle, who went missing last June, were found in Malheur County, Oregon. This discovery was made possible by the innovative use of drones by Aloft Drone Search, a nonprofit organization based in Sherwood, Washington County. Aloft…
This collaboration aims to leverage drone technology and communication systems to address pressing social issues such as labor shortages
Long-time DroneXL friend and drone specialist, Lauren, explains in this short video how to safely hand launch and hand catch your DJI drone.
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