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Drone Industry News: trends, company developments, mergers and acquisitions, funding rounds, and innovations driving the UAV sector forward.
Drone Hits Hilton Midtown: Safety Risks Rise in NYC
A hotel guest’s drone crashed into the New York Hilton Midtown early Friday, February 21, 2025, scattering debris across Sixth Avenue and prompting a temporary block closure—a drone incident that amplifies safety concerns in urban airspace, especially following DJI’s recent…
Thermal Imaging Drone Assists in Suspect Capture After Michigan Car Crash
In a compelling demonstration of drone technology’s growing role in public safety, the Grand Traverse County Sheriff’s Department successfully deployed a thermal imaging drone to apprehend a suspect who fled a car crash in Fife Lake Township, Michigan, on February…
MIT Unveils MiFly: Revolutionary Low-Power Drone Navigation System for Indoor Environments
In a significant advancement for drone technology, MIT researchers have developed MiFly, a groundbreaking system that enables drones to navigate autonomously in indoor, low-visibility environments using radio frequency (RF) waves. Announced by MIT News, this innovation tackles a longstanding challenge…
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…
Culver City Drone Operator to Plead Guilty in Landmark Super Scooper Collision Case
In a precedent-setting case highlighting the serious consequences of unauthorized drone operations during emergency response situations, a Culver City resident is scheduled to plead guilty Wednesday to federal charges after his drone collided with and damaged a firefighting aircraft during…
Suspected Russian Spy Drones Breach German Airbase Training Ukrainian Forces on Patriot Systems
Advanced unidentified drones have repeatedly penetrated restricted airspace over a German military facility where Ukrainian troops receive critical Patriot air defense training, exposing significant vulnerabilities in counter-drone capabilities. The incidents at the Luftwaffe’s Schwesing base have triggered an espionage investigation…
DJI Explains Sudden Removal of Geofencing Restrictions
DJI, the world’s largest drone manufacturer, has provided a detailed explanation for its recent decision to remove geofencing restrictions from its drones, including those preventing flight near sensitive areas like the White House, in an interview with The Verge. The…
DJI Mini 4K Drops to $239 in Strategic Valentine’s Day Promotion
DJI has slashed the price of its entry-level DJI Mini 4K drone to $239, marking a significant 20% reduction from its regular $299 price point. This Valentine’s Day promotion positions the ultralight drone as an attractive entry point into aerial…
Mexican Cartels Escalate Drone Warfare: Border Patrol Faces New UAV Threats
An internal Department of Homeland Security memo reveals that Mexican drug cartels have authorized the deployment of weaponized drones against U.S. Border Patrol agents and military personnel, marking a significant escalation in the sophistication of cartel drone operations. According to…
Leaked DJI Air 4 Prototype Reveals Design Similarities with Mavic 4
In a significant development for the drone industry, a crashed prototype of what appears to be the DJI Air 4 has surfaced, offering the first glimpse of DJI’s next-generation consumer drone. The image, shared by reliable drone industry watcher Jasper…
Dronetag Unveils Compact Remote ID Receiver Amid Rising Drone Safety Concerns
Dronetag has introduced RIDER, a pocket-sized Remote ID receiver designed to detect and monitor drone activity in response to growing airspace safety challenges. The device aims to address gaps in drone detection capabilities, particularly for public safety agencies and professional…
ASTM Leaders Detail How Drone Standards Are Shaping Aviation’s Future
In a revealing episode of ASTM International’s “Taking to the Skies: Drone Standards” podcast recorded in January 2025, industry veterans Phil Kenul and Mark Blanks provided an extensive look at how drone standards are revolutionizing aviation and shaping future developments.…