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Germany Authorizes Military to Shoot Down Unidentified Drones Near Critical Infrastructure
In a significant shift in drone defense policy, German Chancellor Olaf Scholz’s cabinet has approved legislation authorizing the country’s armed forces to shoot down unidentified drones near military installations and critical infrastructure, reports Bloomberg. This amendment to the Aviation Security…
DJI Overhauls Geofencing System, Shifts to FAA Data Integration
DJI, the global leader in civilian drone technology, has announced a significant update to its GEO (geofencing) system, marking a fundamental shift in how the company approaches airspace restrictions in the United States. The update, effective January 13, 2025, represents…
Super Scooper Airplane Sustains Significant Damage in DJI Mini Drone Collision Over Palisades Fire
A firefighting super scooper airplane suffered substantial damage after colliding with an unauthorized DJI Mini drone during critical operations over the Palisades Fire in Los Angeles, highlighting the escalating challenges of airspace management during emergency response operations. The incident, reported…
DJI Flip Drone Leaked: Sub-250g Foldable Drone Promises Professional Features in Ultra-Compact Design
DJI seems ready to launch an innovative new sub-250g drone called the DJI Flip, targeting both beginners and professional users with advanced camera capabilities and intelligent features. According to leaked information shared by reliable drone enthusiast Jasper Ellens, the drone…
Multiple Drones Spotted Near Prairie Island Nuclear Plant Raise Security Concerns
Multiple drones were observed flying near the Prairie Island Nuclear Power Plant in Minnesota on January 8, 2025, prompting responses from local law enforcement agencies but leaving questions about the operators’ identities and intentions unanswered. The incident involved four to…
Ukrainian Drone Manufacturers Seek Global Market Position at CES 2025
Ukrainian drone manufacturers are making a strategic push to establish themselves as trusted alternatives to Chinese producers, showcasing their battle-tested technologies at CES 2025 in Las Vegas, according to Scripps News. The dedicated Ukrainian pavilion demonstrates how combat experience has…
DJI Mavic 4 Pro Test Unit Reveals Redesigned Hasselblad Camera System
A newly leaked photograph offers a detailed look at DJI’s upcoming Mavic 4 Pro camera system, showcasing a redesigned Hasselblad-branded imaging module. The image, shared by reliable drone industry insider Igor Bogdanov (@Quadro_News), reveals a test unit with a distinctive…
AVSS Launches Parachute Recovery System for New DJI Matrice 4 Series
Canadian aerospace company Aerial Vehicle Safety Solutions (AVSS) has unveiled its latest safety innovation – the PRS-M4S parachute recovery system, designed specifically for DJI’s newly announced Matrice 4 Series enterprise drones. The system enables commercial operators to legally conduct flights…
House Homeland Security Chair Pushes Counter-Drone Bill Amid Party Division
The Chairman of the House Homeland Security Committee, Rep. Mark Green (R-Texas), is making a renewed push for legislation that would enable state and local authorities to “take down” unidentified drones, though the initiative faces resistance even within Republican ranks.…
Pioneer in Firefighting Drone Technology, Zhang Daibing, Dies at 47
Zhang Daibing, a leading figure in China’s drone industry and founder of innovative firefighting drone company Yunzhihang Technology, has died at age 47. His passing was confirmed through an official obituary released Friday, though no cause of death was specified,…
Latvia Accelerates Combat Drone Support for Ukraine with New 1,000-Unit Initiative
Latvia’s defense industry is ramping up its drone support for Ukraine, with Defense Minister Andris Spruds announcing on December 28, 2024, that over 1,000 combat drones are being prepared for immediate transfer to Kyiv. This latest commitment is part of…
China Condemns US Drone Security Investigation as ‘Irresponsible’
China’s Commerce Ministry issued a sharp rebuke to U.S. investigations into potential security risks posed by Chinese drone systems, calling the probe “extremely irresponsible” and demanding an immediate halt to what it termed “erroneous practices.” The statement comes in response…