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Federal Drone Detection System Authorized for NY Following Airport Disruptions
A series of recent drone sightings across the Eastern United States has prompted federal officials to approve drone detection capabilities for New York State, as airport disruptions and security concerns mount. The announcement comes after drone activity forced Stewart International…
DJI O4 Air Unit Pro Photo Leak Points to February Release
A newly leaked image reveals the a glimpse of DJI’s upcoming O4 Air Unit Pro, with sources suggesting a February 2025 release window, according to drone industry insider Jasper Ellens. The leaked product photo shows the dual-antenna design and updated…
Chinese Researchers Develop Drone-Based Laser Reflection System, Raising New Defense Concerns
Chinese military researchers have developed a novel drone-mounted device capable of redirecting powerful ground-based laser beams, potentially transforming small unmanned aircraft into precise directed-energy weapons platforms, according to research published in the peer-reviewed journal Acta Armamentarii reports the South China…
False Drone Reports at LaGuardia Highlight Importance of Accurate Incident Verification
Reports of unauthorized drone activity near LaGuardia Airport were quickly debunked Thursday evening, as what some social media users claimed were “nearly a dozen large drones” over Queens turned out to be routine commercial aircraft in standard holding patterns, reports…
DJI Flip European Pricing Leaked: Three Variants Starting at $478
Trusted drone industry insider Jasper Ellens has revealed potential European pricing for DJI’s upcoming DJI Flip drone, with three distinct configurations ranging from €439 to €779 ($478 to $849). Base Model and Configuration Options According to the leaked information, the…
Ukraine Allegedly Supplied Drones to Syrian Rebels Ahead of Assad’s Ouster
Syrian rebels reportedly received covert drone support from Ukrainian intelligence operatives just weeks before toppling the Assad regime, marking a significant escalation in the intersection of global conflicts. According to a Washington Post report citing unnamed sources familiar with Ukraine’s…
New Jersey Drone Mystery: Let’s Talk About Those “Mystery Drones”
Look, I’ve got to weigh in on this whole New Jersey drone situation. As a Philadelphia resident who flies drones every single day – both for fun and for work – I’ve been absolutely bombarded with calls, texts, emails, and…
China Cuts Drone Component Supply Lines to West, Impacting Ukraine’s Defense Capabilities
Beijing has begun restricting exports of crucial drone components to Western nations, potentially disrupting Ukraine’s military drone program and signaling an escalation in US-China trade tensions. The equipment squeeze follows earlier sanctions on US military contractors and precedes tighter drone…
Texas School Security Drones: A Controversial Proposition Raising Technical and Safety Questions
A recently filed Texas House bill that proposes using armed drones for school security has drawn significant attention from both drone industry experts and education stakeholders. House Bill 462, authored by State Rep. Ryan Guillen (R-Rio Grande City), suggests deploying…
Mystery Drones Over New Jersey Prompt Mayoral and Congressional Action
Large unidentified drones conducting repeated nighttime operations over central and northern New Jersey have sparked official action, with 21 Morris County mayors demanding an investigation from Governor Phil Murphy. The ongoing incidents, which began in mid-November, have raised particular concern…
DJI Calls for Technical Assessment and Due Process in Response to NDAA Provisions
DJI has issued a detailed response to DroneXL regarding the drone-related provisions in the proposed Fiscal Year 2025 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA), emphasizing the need for evidence-based evaluation while raising concerns about potential automatic restrictions. The company is “closely…
DoD Unveils Classified Counter-Drone Strategy Amid Growing UAS Threats
The Department of Defense has introduced a new classified strategy to counter unmanned aerial systems, marking a significant shift in how the U.S. military approaches the rapidly evolving drone threat landscape. Secretary of Defense Lloyd J. Austin III signed the…