Drone Companies
Chinese Drone Component Prices Surge, Impacting U.S. Market
Chinese regulations introduced in September 2024 have driven a sharp increase in drone component prices, reshaping the U.S. commercial drone market. According to Nikkei Asia, export permits for dual-use goods have caused a supply crunch, with infrared device prices tripling,…
Insta360 Flow 2 – NEW Budget Gimbal with BIG Features
Good day, folks! Shawn here from Air Photography. Insta360 has just launched the brand-new Flow 2 budget gimbal, featuring numerous enhancements and upgrades over the original Flow. As you can see, it shares the same design and form factor as…
DJI Drone Delays: Customs Holds Frustrate U.S. Pilots
A U.S. drone enthusiast’s struggle with a DJI Mavic 4 Pro replacement has exposed mounting customs challenges for DJI products entering the country, raising concerns for recreational pilots and professionals. In a recent YouTube video, Eric Thurber detailed how his…
DJI’s 2025 Security White Paper: A Game-Changer for Drone Users
Hi everyone, how are you doing? DJI recently released its 2025 Security White Paper, a comprehensive document spanning over 70 pages of technical and policy details. This paper directly challenges the narrative that DJI drones pose a national security risk.…
Cannon-Fired Drones: China’s Sky Eye Blasts Warfare into the Future
China has just lobbed a metaphorical grenade into the world of military tech with their latest innovation: drones fired straight out of artillery cannons. Yes, you read that right—drones that get yeeted from a 155mm howitzer like a paper plane…
Cincinnati Police Deploy Expensive Skydio Drones to Enhance Public Safety by 2025
Cincinnati’s police department has launched a drone program featuring expensive Skydio drones to strengthen public safety and tackle rising crime, aiming to cover 90% of the city by the end of 2025. Announced on June 24, 2025, by Police Chief…
AeroVironment Stock Surges 21% After Strong Q4 Earnings and Strategic Acquisition
AeroVironment, a leading drone manufacturer, saw its stock soar 21.6% on Wednesday after reporting fourth-quarter earnings that exceeded analyst expectations, driven by robust demand for its uncrewed systems and a pivotal acquisition. The Arlington, Virginia-based company posted adjusted earnings of…
China’s Mars Drone Hunts For Life with a Claw!
Buckle up, drone squad! China’s Tianwen-3 mission is sending a drone to Mars, and it’s straight-up nuts. Slated for a 2028 launch, this beast will nab 500 grams of Martian dirt and rocks by 2031, chasing signs of ancient life.…
Mic Drop Moment: Insta360’s Air Mic Steals The Show!
Insta360 Mic Air is here, and it’s tiny but mighty. It weighs less than a coin, just 7.9 grams. And yet, it gives pro-sound for vloggers, travelers, and creatives. Im really eager to get my hands on one, and let…
Humanitarian Drones Revolutionize Medical Supply Delivery in Remote Africa
On June 24, 2025, Aviation Sans Frontières and Windracers announced a groundbreaking partnership to deploy autonomous drones for delivering medical supplies to isolated African communities, addressing logistical barriers like poor infrastructure and vast distances. This initiative, leveraging Windracers’ advanced drone…
Sheriff’s Drone Program Bolsters Safety with Cost-Effective Chinese-made UAVs
In Carbon County, Utah, Sheriff Jeff Wood showcased the lifesaving impact of the county’s drone program during a recent commission meeting, detailing its role in high-risk incidents and the creative funding strategies that made it possible, according to ETV News.…
DJI Mavic 4 Pro vs. Hasselblad X2D: Revolutionizing Aerial Photography?
The DJI Mavic 4 Pro sets a new benchmark for aerial photography, boasting advanced features and image quality that rival high-end cameras. Professional drone photographer and Hasselblad Master Albrecht Voss rigorously tests this flagship drone, comparing it to the €9,000…