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NFA’s Mjölnir Engine Redefines Hypersonic Drone Propulsion with Clean, 3D-Printed Power
A Washington-based startup, New Frontier Aerospace (NFA), has successfully tested its Mjölnir rocket engine, a compact, 3D-printed powerhouse that could transform hypersonic drones and space vehicles. Using liquid natural gas (LNG) for cleaner combustion, this engine marks a leap in…
LAPD Expands Drone Use for Routine Emergency Calls in Pilot Program
On June 25, 2025, the Los Angeles Police Commission approved a new policy allowing the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) to deploy drones for routine emergency calls, marking a significant shift from their prior use in only high-risk scenarios like…
UDOT’s Drone-Powered Mission to Save Utah’s Red Canyon Arches
Picture this: two century-old arches, carved from southern Utah’s red rock, standing proud over State Route 12. These are the Red Canyon Arches, iconic gateways to what’s now Bryce Canyon National Park. Built in 1925, they’ve welcomed travelers for generations.…
DJI Drone Delays: Customs Holds Frustrate U.S. Pilots
A U.S. drone enthusiast’s struggle with a DJI Mavic 4 Pro replacement has exposed mounting customs challenges for DJI products entering the country, raising concerns for recreational pilots and professionals. In a recent YouTube video, Eric Thurber detailed how his…
Man Faces Federal Charges for Attempted Police Drone Destruction in Missouri
On June 24, 2025, a Republic, Missouri, man was indicted for attempting to destroy a Greene County Sheriff’s Office drone, highlighting growing concerns over drone interference. Franklin E. Brownlee, 40, faces federal charges that could set a precedent for regulating…
AeroVironment Stock Surges 21% After Strong Q4 Earnings and Strategic Acquisition
AeroVironment, a leading drone manufacturer, saw its stock soar 21.6% on Wednesday after reporting fourth-quarter earnings that exceeded analyst expectations, driven by robust demand for its uncrewed systems and a pivotal acquisition. The Arlington, Virginia-based company posted adjusted earnings of…
Humanitarian Drones Revolutionize Medical Supply Delivery in Remote Africa
On June 24, 2025, Aviation Sans Frontières and Windracers announced a groundbreaking partnership to deploy autonomous drones for delivering medical supplies to isolated African communities, addressing logistical barriers like poor infrastructure and vast distances. This initiative, leveraging Windracers’ advanced drone…
Drone Footage Uncovers Orcas Crafting Kelp Tools for Social Grooming
Drone technology has revealed a groundbreaking behavior in southern resident orcas in the Salish Sea, Washington, where these killer whales craft seaweed tools for grooming, a practice dubbed “allokelping.” Detailed in a study by the Centre for Whale Research (CWR)…
Netherlands Bolsters Ukraine with $202M Drone Defense Aid Package
On June 24, 2025, the Netherlands announced a new 175 million euro ($202 million) Drone Defense aid package for Ukraine, focusing on advanced drone-detection technology and medical evacuation support. This initiative, detailed by Dutch Defence Minister Ruben Brekelmans, underscores the…
Riverside Deploys Drones to Combat Illegal Fireworks After Devastating Blaze
In Riverside, California, a new drone program is taking flight to curb illegal fireworks, a response to the catastrophic Hawarden Fire that ravaged 500 acres and destroyed homes last summer. City officials announced the initiative, equipping police, firefighters, and code…
Ukraine’s Drone Warfare Escalates with Operation Spider’s Web Success
On June 23, 2025, Andriy Yermak, a key aide to Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, announced that Ukraine’s drone and missile programs are advancing rapidly, promising more “surprises” for Russia following the audacious Operation Spider’s Web, reports The Times. This operation,…
Discover Freefly Systems’ New Drone Manufacturing Hub at Freefly Fest 2025
Drone enthusiasts and professionals are gearing up for an exciting reveal at Freefly Fest 2025, where Freefly Systems will showcase its new headquarters, from a distance. Set for Wednesday, August 20, 2025, at Lord Hill Farms in Monroe, Washington, the…