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Fisherman’s Drone Heroics Earn Him Free Swellpro Fisherman FD2 After Saving Girl in Pensacola
On May 15, 2025, a fisherman’s quick thinking and drone skills turned a dangerous situation into a life-saving mission on Pensacola Beach, Florida. Andrew Smith, a Pensacola local, used his Swellpro drone to rescue a young girl caught in a…
FAA Staff Exodus Threatens Drone Industry Growth and Regulatory Progress
A significant wave of resignations and retirements at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is creating uncertainty for the unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) community, potentially disrupting critical regulatory processes and safety oversight that the drone industry relies on. According to a…
High-Value Drone Stolen in Denver: Voliro Offers $5,000 Reward for Return
A drone worth between $50,000 and $100,000 was stolen from a client’s home in Denver, prompting Swiss robotics company Voliro to offer a substantial reward for its return. The incident, reported on Saturday morning, has sparked discussions in the drone…
German SPRIND Challenge Offers $566K for Satellite-Free Drone Navigation Breakthrough
A new initiative by Germany’s Federal Agency for Breakthrough Innovation (SPRIND) is pushing the boundaries of drone technology with a challenge offering up to 500,000 Euros—equivalent to $566,000 USD—for teams that can develop precise drone navigation without satellite support. This…
China Halts Drone Sales to West While Supplying Russia, Ukraine Claims
On May 29, 2025, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky accused China of halting drone sales to Kyiv and other European nations while continuing to supply Russia, raising concerns for drone professionals and military operators relying on these technologies. According to a…
Ohio Lawmakers Push for Drone Defense Act to Protect Homeowners’ Rights
State Representatives Angie King (R-Celina) and Ty Mathews (R-Findley) have introduced a resolution urging Congress to pass the Defense Against Drones Act of 2025, a move aimed at empowering Ohio homeowners to protect their privacy and property from unmanned aerial…
Haiti Deploys Explosive Drones to Combat Gang Violence in Port-au-Prince
On May 24, 2025, Haiti’s government launched a new offensive against gangs in Port-au-Prince, using lightweight drones equipped with explosives to target criminal strongholds, according to a detailed report from the WSJ. This marks a significant escalation in the Caribbean…
Taiwan Bolsters Drone Defense Amid U.S.-China Tensions: A Push for Tech Independence
Taiwan is accelerating its drone development to counter rising threats from China, leveraging trade tensions between Beijing and the U.S. to build a more self-reliant drone industry. According to a recent Bloomberg report, Taiwan is tapping into European markets and…
DJI Mini 4 Pro Fly More Combo Hits Record-Low Price Of $799 on Amazon
Drone enthusiasts, beginners and even professional alike, here’s a deal you can’t miss: the DJI Mini 4 Pro Fly More Combo with DJI RC 2 is now available at its lowest price ever on the official DJI store on Amazon,…
Greece Bolsters Wildfire Defense with Doubled Drone Fleet in 2025
Greece is intensifying its wildfire response by nearly doubling its drone fleet and deploying a record 18,000 firefighters this summer, as reported by The Independent. With climate change driving more frequent and severe wildfires, the country is leveraging advanced drone…
Aurora Approves Drone Defense Pact Near Buckley Space Force Base
On May 22, 2025, the Aurora City Council greenlighted a resolution to collaborate with federal authorities in tackling drone threats near Buckley Space Force Base, a critical hub for national defense operations. This agreement, detailed in a report by The…
DJI Mavic 4 Pro: Unavailable to Drone Pilots in the US
The DJI Mavic 4 Pro is here. It’s sleek, it’s powerful, and it’s arguably the most advanced consumer drone DJI has ever released. But if you’re in the United States, you’ve probably already realized something: you can’t buy it. After…
