Near-misses, crashes, airspace violations, and arrests — when drone flights go wrong.
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has launched an investigation into a drone video captured at Pensacola Beach, Florida, earlier this month. The footage, which shows a drone flying perilously close to the Blue Angels as they returned from an airshow, has raised serious concerns about drone safety and regulations, according to Wear News. A Close…
In a surprising turn of events, Japanese automaker Subaru has successfully established global safety rules for drones, as reported by Nikkei Asia. The company’s proposed anti-collision standards for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have been accepted by the International Organization for Standardization (ISO), marking a significant milestone in the drone industry. From Aircraft to Drones: Subaru’s…
A recent incident involving a drone flying dangerously close to the U.S. Navy Blue Angels during a beach flyover has sparked outrage and concern among aviation enthusiasts and drone operators alike. The event, which took place at Pensacola Beach, Florida, was captured on video and shared on social media, on the Blue Angels Fan Club…
60-Year-Old Faces Charges of Menacing and Weapon Possession On June 19, 2024, Joseph H. Dishaw, a 60-year-old man from Ogdensburg, NY, was arrested by State Police for menacing in the 2nd degree and criminal possession of a weapon in the 4th degree. The arrest stemmed from an incident that occurred on June 18, 2024, at…
A first-time visitor to the Isle of Man TT races got fined £500 ($615) for flying a drone too close to the race course during a qualifying session. Rory Neale, from Nuneaton in Warwickshire, was caught using his drone near a campsite in Glen Vine called Ballagarey on Friday, reports the BBC. Breaking the Rules…
Eurofighter jet collided with drone while landing at Manching Airport in Germany. The pilot didn't notice the collision, but damage was found.
Russia has begun installing anti-drone nets over critical infrastructure in Moscow. This move comes in response to a series of drone attacks that have penetrated deep into Russian territory. The photo shows a construction site with large metal poles and a mesh canopy, designed to thwart drone incursions. Growing Threat from Drone Attacks In recent…
Unexpected DJI Drone Mishap A DJI Agras agricultural drone was caught on camera colliding with a dumpster truck. The short video clip vividly captures the drone’s unfortunate crash. Hovering Close to the Ground The video begins with the DJI Agras drone hovering close to the ground on a paved road. Positioned near the road’s edge,…
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