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Drones (UAS/UAV): Latest on unmanned aerial tech, regulations, applications, and industry trends. From consumer to commercial and military drones.
Glendale PD’s Drone First Responder Program: Revolutionizing Urban Crime Response
The Glendale Police Department has officially implemented an innovative Drone First Responder (DFR) program, expanding the technology’s law enforcement applications throughout Arizona. The department plans to strategically position launch pads across the city to create a comprehensive aerial response network…
Sweden Commits $3.8 Million to Ukraine’s Drone Capabilities in Latest Defense Package
Sweden has allocated 40 million Swedish kronor ($3.8 million) specifically toward enhancing Ukraine’s drone capabilities as part of a larger military aid package, according to a government announcement. This drone-focused funding represents half of an 80 million kronor ($7.6 million)…
Netherlands Fast-Tracks $541 Million Combat Drone Package for Ukraine Amid Escalating Conflict
The Netherlands has accelerated the delivery of a substantial €500 million ($541 million) drone package to Ukraine as part of a broader military aid initiative, Dutch Defense Minister Ruben Brekelmans announced following his recent visit to Kyiv. This drone allocation…
Trump’s New Tariffs Set to Increase DJI Drone Prices by 34%, Reshaping US Drone Market
The Trump administration’s latest round of tariffs, announced today, on Chinese goods will significantly impact US drone enthusiasts and professionals, with DJI’s products, including the upcoming DJI Mavic 4 Pro drone, facing price hikes of 34%. The escalation comes as…
Mastering Drone Control: The Art of Subtle Finger Movements
Hello fellow pilots! How are you today? Do you control your drone, or does your drone control you? I hope that you are eager and hungry to learn today, because right now I’m sharing with you some knowledge that helped…
UK Government Injects More Than $26 Million to Accelerate Drone and Air Taxi Development
The UK Government has announced new funding exceeding $26 million aimed at transforming the commercial drone landscape and potentially enabling flying taxi services, according to a recent government announcement. This investment will target both technological innovation and regulatory streamlining to…
Chinese National Faces Sentencing After Hacking Drone to Photograph Vandenberg Space Force Base
A 39-year-old Chinese national who illegally flew a drone over Vandenberg Space Force Base faces sentencing today in Los Angeles federal court after pleading guilty to violating national defense airspace. This case follows a drone incident we previously reported when…
Mastering Drone Control: What a $25 Mini Drone Taught Me About Real Piloting Skills
Think You’re a Great Pilot? Try Maintaining Control of a $25 Drone Hello fellow pilots! Here we are again in another lecture about how we will soar higher than we ever expected. As I have told you many times, my…
Manna Drone Delivery Claims Profitability Edge Over Industry Giants with Innovative Design and Operations
Dublin-based drone delivery startup Manna has announced a fresh $30 million funding round, valuing the company at over $150 million, while making the bold claim that it’s the only drone delivery service currently turning a profit on each delivery. The…
Delaware Sets New Rules For Insurance Companies Using Drone Imagery
Delaware’s Department of Insurance has issued new regulatory guidance governing how insurance companies can use drone-captured aerial imagery in property assessments, establishing stronger consumer protections for homeowners across the state. The regulations, outlined in Bulletin No. 150 released by Insurance…
How I Broke into Car Commercial Videography
Have you ever dreamed of shooting car commercials? Well, I have great news for you: I’ll explain to you how I entered into the car videographic world. How Everything Started Everything started a long time ago, when I grabbed my…
Texas Drone Ban: HB41 Threatens Public Safety
Get ready for a powerful wake-up call against the Texas Drone Ban straight from the heart of Central Texas! In the video and transcript below, Rob Robertson delivers an urgent and compelling message that every law enforcement officer, concerned citizen,…