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DJI Air 3S vs Mavic 3 Pro Comparison. Which drone is the best?
If you’re a DJI Mavic 3 Pro owner, you might be chomping at the bit for an upgrade. The Mavic 3 first released back in November of 2021, so that means it’s coming up on 3 years old. Since then,…
Turkish Drone Maker Baykar Plans $300M Investment in Jet Engine Development
Leading Turkish drone manufacturer Baykar is ramping up its in-house production capabilities and making a major investment in jet engine development, according to recent statements from CEO Haluk Bayraktar at the SAHA EXPO 2024 in Istanbul, reports the Daily Sabah…
Revolutionary Zipline Drones Transform Dallas into America’s First Autonomous Delivery Hub
In a groundbreaking development for U.S. drone delivery, Zipline is revolutionizing North Texas logistics with its autonomous Platform 2 system. The company, having completed over 1 million deliveries globally, received historic FAA approval and chose Dallas-Fort Worth as its first…
Weekly UAS News Update: DJI Sues DoD, CNN, Brinc Guardian drone
We have three stories for you this week: DJI sues the Department of Defense, a CNN drone that injures three people, and BRINC drones releases the Guardian. Let’s get to it! DJI Sues Department of Defense First up, DJI is…
Tallahassee PD Forced to Switch to Pricier, Less Capable US Drones After $75K Grant
Tallahassee Police Department (TPD) is making a mandated switch to American-made drones, backed by a $75,000 grant from the Florida Department of Law Enforcement, despite concerns about reduced capabilities, according to a report from ABC27. Current Drone Program Under Pressure…
Wing’s Delivery Drones Reveal Engineering Marvels in Spectacular Slow-Motion Testing
In a fascinating collaboration between The Slow Mo Guys and Wing, groundbreaking slow-motion footage has unveiled the intricate engineering and robust safety features behind modern drone delivery systems. The testing, conducted at Wing’s California facility, demonstrates how far drone delivery…
Flock Safety’s $300M+ Acquisition of Aerodome Signals Major Shift in Police Drone Technology
In a groundbreaking development for public safety technology, surveillance company Flock Safety has acquired autonomous drone startup Aerodome in a deal exceeding $300 million, according to a report from The Verge. This marks one of the largest acquisitions in public…
Drones Transform Modern Warfare into Most Documented Conflicts in History
The ongoing conflicts in Ukraine and Israel have become unprecedented in their visibility, largely due to the widespread use of drone technology and body cameras. According to Axios, these wars are being documented and shared across social media platforms at…
Drone Proves Crucial in Nighttime Rescue of Lost Hikers at Devil’s Slide
A drone deployed by San Mateo County Sheriff’s deputies successfully located two lost hikers in the dark near Devil’s Slide along the Pacific coast on Saturday night, as reported by KRON4. Swift Aerial Response Deputies launched their aerial rescue operation…
German Startup’s AI Drone Fleet Aims to Revolutionize Wildfire Fighting
Dryad Networks, an innovative German IoT company, has secured €6.3 million ($6.7 million) in fresh funding to revolutionize wildfire management with an autonomous drone system. The tech startup, which has been making waves in the environmental protection sector, announced its…
Five Innovative Drone Startups Vie for $3M Prize in World’s Largest UAS Competition
A groundbreaking group of drone technology innovators from across the globe are preparing to showcase their cutting-edge solutions at the prestigious GENIUS NY competition in Syracuse. Set for October 28, 2024, at the Marriott Syracuse Downtown, the world’s largest accelerator…
US Pledges $800M for Ukraine’s Long-Range Combat Drone Production
Ukraine’s getting a major boost in its drone manufacturing capabilities with $800 million in US military aid. The announcement marks a significant shift in US policy, prioritizing Ukraine’s domestic weapons production over American-made equipment, as reported by the New York…