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FAA Approves First Category 2 Drone for Flight Over People
AVSS announced that the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has approved the first Category 2 drone for operations over people. This landmark decision allows commercial operators of the DJI Dock 2 equipped with the AVSS drone parachute to fly over people…
Senate Amendment Proposes Inclusion of Countering CCP Drones Act in NDAA
The ongoing debate surrounding Chinese-made drones in the U.S. has taken a new turn. According to a tweet by Scott Shtofman, a bipartisan amendment has been submitted to include the Countering CCP Drones Act in the Senate’s version of the…
Russian Drones Breach Romanian Airspace During Attack on Ukraine
In a significant escalation of tensions, Romania has confirmed that Russian drones entered its airspace during a recent attack on Ukraine, according to Politico. This incident marks a concerning development as it involves Russian military equipment penetrating NATO airspace. Overnight…
FBI Reveals Drone’s Role in Attempted Assassination of Former President Trump
In a House Judiciary Committee hearing on Wednesday, FBI Director Christopher Wray disclosed crucial information about the attempted assassination of former President Donald Trump, highlighting the unexpected role of a small DJI drone in the incident. Drone Discovery and Usage…
DJI Air 3S Leak Reveals Potential Game-Changing Features
A leaked image showcases what appears to be the new DJI Air 3S drone alongside the current DJI Air 3 model. This image, shared by Igor Bogdanov, known as Quadro_News on Twitter, suggests significant advancements in the upcoming DJI Air…
Man Arrested for Flying Drone Over SpaceX Facility in Texas
A 32-year-old man was recently arrested for operating a drone over SpaceX’s launch facility in Cameron County, Texas. The drone incident, reported by Valley Central, highlights the legal implications of flying unmanned aircraft near critical infrastructure. Unauthorized Flight Over Restricted…
Journalism Students Take to the Skies in New Drone Filming Course
The Reynolds School of Journalism at the University of Nevada, Reno has introduced a new course that’s taking journalism to new heights – literally. The “Introduction to Drone Filming” class is giving students hands-on experience with unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs),…
DJI Mini 3 Pro Receives New Firmware Update: What’s Changed?
DJI has released a new firmware update for its popular Mini 3 Pro drone, as announced on the official DJI forum. The update, released on July 23, 2024, brings some minor improvements to the compact yet powerful sub-250g drone. Firmware…
Leaked DJI Drone Images Hint at Possible Mavic 4 Prototype
Recent social media buzz has ignited speculation about DJI’s next big release, as leaked images and a video of what appears to be a new drone prototype have surfaced online. Initially thought to be an older model based on the…
DJI Drone Used in Trump Assassination Attempt Reveals Detailed Planning
Thomas Crooks, the 20-year-old gunman who attempted to assassinate former President Donald Trump, used a DJI drone and a preprogrammed flight path to conduct pre-attack surveillance, according to NBC News. This revelation sheds light on the sophisticated planning that preceded…
Drone Used in Assassination Attempt on Former President Trump
A small drone found in the car of Thomas Crooks, the gunman who attempted to assassinate former President Donald J. Trump, was likely used to survey the rally site in Butler, Pennsylvania, according to a report by The New York…
Subaru’s Drone Safety Standards Become Global Benchmark
In a surprising turn of events, Japanese automaker Subaru has successfully established global safety rules for drones, as reported by Nikkei Asia. The company’s proposed anti-collision standards for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) have been accepted by the International Organization for…