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Federal Air Marshals Pioneer Drone Training with Skydio X10 to Bolster Airport Security
In a groundbreaking move for aviation security, the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has certified 18 Federal Air Marshals (FAMs) as drone pilots, completing their first training program to operate the advanced Skydio X10 small unmanned aerial system (sUAS). Reported…
DJI Mavic 4 Pro’s Mysterious Sensor Sparks LiDAR Debate for Obstacle Avoidance
In a revealing post on X by DJI watcher Jasper Ellens , a new image of the highly anticipated DJI Mavic 4 Pro showcases a mysterious sensor integrated on one of its propeller arms. The discovery, highlighted with a red…
North Dakota Senate Rejects Chinese Drone Replacement While Advancing BVLOS Network
The North Dakota Senate has voted to remove a $15 million drone replacement program from House Bill 1038 while preserving $11 million for expanding the state’s beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone network, according to KFYR reports and legislative…
Wingcopter LiDAR, Man Accused of Breaking TFR, Pelican 2, Skyebrowse Interior Update
Welcome to Weekly UAS News Update! We have five stories for you this week. As we hit our 300th week, we’ll cover Wingcopter’s new LiDAR unit, a Baltimore man facing felonies for flying over NFL games, the PYKA Pelican 2…
DJI Faces New Pressure as Vance Warns of Foreign Tech Risks
The regulatory storm surrounding DJI drones in the U.S. shows no signs of clearing, and Vice President JD Vance’s recent comments at the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit in Paris only reinforce the broader momentum against Chinese-made tech. While Vance did…
U.S. Army begins production of 3D printed tactical drones
The U.S. Army has begun 3D printing its own tactical drones for special operations, enabling faster deployment of customizable and easily repairable aircraftThe initial production experiment will see one hundred 3D printed drones built. 3D printed tactical drones The Army’s…
Taiwan Emerges as Key Alternative to China’s Drone Supply Chain Dominance, But Challenges Remain
In a significant shift in the global drone industry landscape, Taiwan is positioning itself as a crucial alternative to China’s dominance in drone component manufacturing, though the transition faces substantial hurdles and geopolitical risks, reports the WSJ. Taiwan’s government has…
Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Unveils Skydio Drone First Responder Program
The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office in Ohio has announced a comprehensive Drones as First Responders (DFR) program that will revolutionize their emergency response capabilities through automated drone deployment. The program, implemented in partnership with Skydio, represents one of the most…
Marion County Fire Rescue Enhances Emergency Response with Skydio X10 Drone
Marion County Fire Rescue (MCFR) has joined the growing ranks of U.S. fire departments embracing drone technology with their recent adoption of the Skydio X10 drone, marking a significant step forward in their emergency response capabilities, reports WCJB. Advanced Capabilities…
Drone Spotlight Guides Successful Night Rescue of Stranded Teen Hiker in Nevada
A drone equipped with powerful spotlight capabilities played a crucial role in a four-hour rescue operation of a stranded teenage hiker on Lone Mountain, demonstrating the expanding capabilities of drone technology in emergency response. The Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department…
U.S. Army tests drones for recon in Romania, Skydio & Anduril chosen
The U.S. Army tested two new drone systems, from Andril and Skydio near an air base in Romania to primarily support in surveillance and reconnaissance missions. As seen in the Ukraine-Russia war, a shift to smaller drones have played a…
US Lawmakers Push to Ban Chinese Drones While Industry Experts Defend DJI’s Position
A heated debate is underway in Washington as Republican lawmakers advocate for legislation to ban DJI drones, citing national security concerns. However, in a short film from the Financial Times, [former] DJI executives and industry experts warn that such a…