Drones
Drones (UAS/UAV): Latest on unmanned aerial tech, regulations, applications, and industry trends. From consumer to commercial and military drones.
MTA Plans Drone Fleet to Monitor 6,000 Buses, Sparking Union Concerns
In a groundbreaking move that signals the increasing role of aviation technology in urban transit, the Metropolitan Transportation Authority (MTA) is exploring the implementation of a drone surveillance network to monitor its extensive fleet of nearly 6,000 buses across New…
Drone-Equipped Deputies Quickly Apprehend Violent Home Invasion Suspect in Fort Myers
A drone surveillance unit played a crucial role in the swift capture of a violent home invasion suspect in Tice, Florida, demonstrating the growing importance of unmanned aerial technology in law enforcement operations, reports Naples News. Swift Aerial Response Leads…
Russia Launches Overnight Drone Attack on Kyiv, Air Defenses Neutralize Threat
Moscow has initiated another aerial assault on Ukraine’s capital, deploying attack drones against Kyiv in the early hours of Sunday morning. Ukrainian air defense systems successfully intercepted and destroyed approximately twelve unmanned aerial vehicles over the city’s airspace, reports Reuters.…
Spanish Police Bust Drone Drug Ring Using Ukrainian-Made UAVs for Moroccan Hash Runs
Spanish law enforcement has dealt a significant blow to an advanced drug trafficking operation that employed Ukrainian-manufactured drones to smuggle hashish across the Mediterranean. The sophisticated smuggling ring operated from Spain’s southern coastal regions, using custom-built unmanned aircraft to ferry…
DJI Flip Drone Leaked – Revolutionary Design Possible January Launch, May Replace Mini 5
In a significant industry development, drone insider Jasper Ellens has shared the world’s first images and video footage of the highly anticipated DJI Flip, revealing the most radical drone design ever seen from the Chinese manufacturer. The leak suggests a…
Revolutionary Drone Design Takes Flight: Scientists Successfully Mimic Pigeon Aerodynamics Using Natural Feathers
In a remarkable fusion of biology and aerospace engineering, researchers have achieved a significant breakthrough in drone technology by creating a bird-like drone that flies without a vertical tail, perfectly mimicking pigeon flight mechanics. This groundbreaking research, led by aerospace…
‘Not Just Hobbyists’: Former UFO Expert Links Foreign Powers to RAF Base Drone Activity
In a concerning development for military security, unidentified drones were detected hovering over three US Air Force bases in East Anglia, England, during November 2023. The suspicious activity occurred between November 20-22 at RAF Lakenheath, RAF Mildenhall, and RAF Feltwell,…
Lower Township Police Invests $70K in Advanced Drone Command Vehicle
A significant upgrade to emergency response capabilities is coming to Lower Township, New Jersey as the council approves a $70,614 investment in a sophisticated drone command control mobile unit. The 2024 Ram Promaster van, set to be outfitted by 10-75…
Cleveland Police Deploy Drone at Pro-Palestine Protest Despite Lacking DOJ Approval
A controversial drone deployment by Cleveland Police has sparked debate after officers used the unmanned aircraft to monitor protesters outside County Executive Chris Ronayne’s residence, despite lacking required Department of Justice authorization, reports Signal Cleveland. Unauthorized Surveillance Operation The Cleveland…
Jeep Patents Innovative Drone Integration for Off-Road Vehicle Navigation and Security
A groundbreaking series of patent filings reveals Jeep’s ambitious plans to integrate drone technology with their vehicles, potentially revolutionizing both off-road navigation and vehicle security. The patents outline a sophisticated system where drones would deploy from an in-vehicle docking station…
Mystery Drone Drops Paint on Russian Embassy in Stockholm
A drone incident at the Russian embassy in Stockholm has escalated diplomatic tensions between Sweden and Russia, as an unidentified unmanned aircraft dropped paint within the diplomatic compound’s grounds early Friday morning, according to Reuters. Diplomatic Disruption Takes Flight The…
DJI’s New Power Expansion Battery 2000 Redefines Portable Energy with Massive 2048Wh Capacity
DJI has unveiled its latest innovation in portable power solutions, introducing the DJI Power Expansion Battery 2000, a revolutionary power station that delivers an impressive 2048Wh capacity in a remarkably compact 23.5L form factor. This release marks a significant milestone…