Drones for Good
Drones For Good: Discover inspiring stories of drones making a positive impact worldwide. Explore how drones are used for humanitarian aid, conservation, and more.
Drone Technology Proves Vital in Locating Missing Woman in Wisconsin Rapids
A drone’s aerial capabilities played a key role in finding a missing 59-year-old woman in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin, on Friday night, showcasing the growing importance of drones in search and rescue operations. The woman, who suffers from medical conditions impacting…
Drone Industry Loses a Major Player, Bill Would Allow Shooting Drones, DJI Mavic 4 Leaks
We have three stories for you this week: the drone industry loses a major player, a Texas bill that would allow drones to be shut down, and lastly, the DJi Mavic 4 leaks. Industry Pioneer and Public Safety Visionary Passes…
A Farewell to Romeo Durscher: A Drone Visionary Who Soared for Good
On March 3, 2025, the drone industry lost a giant. Romeo Durscher, a Swiss-born pioneer who helped transform drones into life-saving tools for public safety and humanitarian good, passed away after a months-long battle with cancer. It is hard to…
Missouri SB 296 Sparks Debate Over Chinese Drones in Law Enforcement
A proposed Missouri law aiming to ban law enforcement from purchasing drones manufactured in China, such as DJI drones, has stirred controversy in the state capital. Senate Bill 296 (SB 296), introduced by Sen. Rick Brattin (R-Harrisonville), seeks to address…
Drone-Assisted Rescue in Rimrock Highlights Growing Role of UAS in Emergency Response
On February 24, 2025, San Bernardino County Fire (SBCoFD) crews leveraged drone technology to rescue a 15-year-old boy trapped in a rock crevice for over six hours in Rimrock, California. The operation, detailed in an official statement on X by…
Thermal Drone Proves Vital in Rescuing Crash Victim in Franklin County
In a striking demonstration of drone technology’s life-saving potential, the Franklin County Sheriff’s Office successfully located an injured woman after a crash in Darbydale, Ohio, early Sunday morning, reports WBNS 10TV. The deployment of a drone equipped with thermal imaging…
Police Drone’s Thermal Camera and Spotlight Guide Night Rescue of Man from Icy Brook
The Ossining Police Department successfully rescued a man who had fallen into an icy brook during a late-night emergency response on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, utilizing their department drone’s infrared camera and spotlight capabilities. The incident, reported by Daily Voice…
Drone Crashes at Mine, GA Bill to Ban Drones, ND Rejects Drone Ban, & New DJI Products
Welcome to your weekly UAS news update! We have five stories for you this week: a drone crash into a uranium mine, a Georgia bill to ban Chinese drones, the North Dakota Senate rejecting a Chinese drone ban, the Sumas…
Missing Pet? NY Drone Expert Has 90% Success Rate
In an innovative application of drone technology, retired State Police investigator Chad Tavernia has revolutionized pet recovery services in northern New York’s challenging terrain. Operating North Country Drone Search & Recovery, Tavernia has successfully located 42 dogs and 11 other…
Drones Help Find Lost Teen in -15°F Mountain Rescue Drama
In an intense overnight search and rescue operation that started on February 8th, teams deployed drones alongside traditional search methods to locate a missing 14-year-old snowmobiler in Franklin Basin, reports Fox 13. “I had the privilege of serving alongside dedicated…
DJI Explains Sudden Removal of Geofencing Restrictions
DJI, the world’s largest drone manufacturer, has provided a detailed explanation for its recent decision to remove geofencing restrictions from its drones, including those preventing flight near sensitive areas like the White House, in an interview with The Verge. The…
Thermal Drone Technology Rapidly Locates Missing Dog in Kentucky Winter Storm
In a compelling demonstration of drone technology’s practical applications, a thermal drone operator located a missing dog in Shelby County, Kentucky within five minutes after traditional search methods had failed for ten days, reports Wave 3. This incident highlights the…