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FAA Accepts Vantis for Safety Mitigation for Recurring BVLOS Drone Operations
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has signed a Letter of Acceptance (LOA) for the use of Vantis as a safety mitigation for beyond-visual line-of-sight (BVLOS) drone operations. This move is set to accelerate the path to recurring BVLOS flights for…
Green Day Interrupted Mid-Song by Drone Threat at Detroit Concert
Green Day was mid-song Wednesday night at Comerica Park in Detroit when the band suddenly ran off stage because of a drone threat. The incident, which caused a brief pause in the concert, highlights the growing concern over drones in…
ACSL Unveils New Thermal Camera for SOTEN Drone and Expands Advisory Board
ACSL, the leading Japanese drone maker, has announced a new thermal camera option for its SOTEN drone and the appointment of three advisory board members. The company aims to expand its presence in the US market, offering more choices and…
DJI Neo Drone Dissected: A Peek Inside the Sub-250g Marvel
A Reddit user recently shared insights from disassembling a DJI Neo drone, offering a rare glimpse into the engineering behind this lightweight marvel. The post, shared by user Gaza4 on the r/DjiNeo subreddit, reveals fascinating details about the drone’s internal…
FCC Adopts New Rules for Drone Communications in 5 GHz Spectrum
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has taken a significant step towards enhancing drone operations by adopting initial rules for wireless communications to control uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) safely. These new regulations, focusing on a portion of the 5 GHz spectrum…
FCC Approves New Rules for Drone Spectrum Access in 5 GHz Band
The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has taken a significant step towards enhancing drone connectivity by approving new rules that allow unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) to access a portion of the 5 GHz spectrum band. This decision, announced on Thursday, aims…
DJI Rebuts Accusations of ‘Cloning’ Drones to Evade US Bans
DJI, the world’s largest consumer drone manufacturer, is vigorously defending itself against allegations that it’s selling “cloned” products through other companies to bypass U.S. federal bans. The Chinese firm addressed these claims in a detailed blog post, responding to concerns…
New DJI Neo Drone Leaked Photos, Video, and Prices: Affordable Quadcopter with Impressive Features
The DJI Neo, has been leaked on the German webstore, revealing its pricing and specifications. The information was shared by drone enthusiast Jasper Ellens on X / Twitter, who also in an earlier tweet shared a video of the DJI…
DJI Neo Drone Specs Leaked (again) in Presentation, Also Impressive Camera Quality
A recent series of posts by Jasper Ellens on Twitter has revealed new information about the upcoming DJI Neo drone, including detailed specifications and impressive camera performance. READ MORE: DJI NEO DRONE FLIGHT VIDEO REVEALS HIGH-PITCHED PROPELLER NOISE Leaked Presentation…
Reckless Drone Pilot Fined for Flying at Extreme Heights Near RAF Base
A man in the United Kingdom has been fined and his drone equipment ordered destroyed after pleading guilty to multiple offenses involving dangerously high drone flights. Thomas Ling, 34, of Brothertoft, admitted to four charges at Boston Magistrates Court on…
Drones Threaten Security in Georgia Prisons, Delivering Contraband and Weapons
Georgia’s Department of Corrections is grappling with an alarming surge in drone-related security breaches at state prisons, according to recent testimony before a state Senate panel. The situation has escalated to the point where drones are suspected of delivering weapons…
DJI Teases New ‘NEO’ Drone, Set to Launch September 5th
Finally, DJI, the world’s leading drone manufacturer, has announced the upcoming release of a new drone called ‘NEO’. The company shared a teaser image and launch date on their official Twitter account and website, signaling an exciting development in the…