Drones
Drones (UAS/UAV): Latest on unmanned aerial tech, regulations, applications, and industry trends. From consumer to commercial and military drones.
Mysterious Drone Swarm Spotted Over Picatinny Arsenal, Prompting Multi-Agency Investigation
Multiple unauthorized drones were reported flying over the U.S. Army’s Picatinny Arsenal and surrounding areas in Morris County, New Jersey, on November 18, 2024, triggering a coordinated response from military, state, and federal authorities. The incident has sparked significant concern…
Shield AI Partners With Indian Firm to Manufacture V-BAT Drones Locally
Shield AI has joined forces with India’s JSW Defence to produce their advanced V-BAT drones in India, marking a significant step in Indo-US defense collaboration, according to The Defense Post. Major Investment in Local Production JSW Group is putting serious…
Romeo Durscher, Teal Drones Gets Army Bid, PI Special, Mysterious Drones Over Base, DJI 04 Unit Leaked
Welcome to Your Weekly UAS News Update. We have four drone news stories for you this week: Romeo Durscher, Teal Drones wins the Army SRR program, a special deal on our courses, more mysterious drones flying over bases, and lastly,…
DJI Mic Mini Leaked: Compact Audio Solution Coming in Three Variants
Fresh leaked images reveal DJI’s upcoming DJI Mic Mini system, showcasing a streamlined audio recording solution that promises to deliver professional-grade sound in an ultra-compact package. The images and short video were leaked by Igor Bogdanov aka @Quadro_News on X.…
Revolutionary GPS-Free Drone Navigation System Promises Breakthrough in Challenging Environments
A groundbreaking collaboration between NILEQ, a subsidiary of British missile-maker MBDA, and Advanced Navigation of Sydney, Australia, aims to create a reliable GPS-free navigation solution for drones by combining neuromorphic sensing with inertial navigation systems, according to IEEE Spectrum. Why…
Australian Drone Maker Carbonix Gets Nationwide BVLOS Approval in US
The Volanti drone, an advanced VTOL UAV from Australian manufacturer Carbonix, just cleared a major regulatory hurdle in the United States. The company secured a nationwide waiver for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) operations in uncontrolled airspace across America…
Tulsa Fire Department Makes History with Largest-Ever Drone Response to Chemical Fire
The Tulsa Fire Department (TFD) deployed its most extensive drone operation to date, utilizing seven simultaneous drones to combat a dangerous petroleum tank farm fire at AXEL Royal facility in West Tulsa. This groundbreaking emergency response showcased the department’s advanced…
Historic First: Gray Eagle Drone Makes Ship-to-Shore Flight in South Korea
A significant milestone in drone aviation was achieved when General Atomics’ Gray Eagle STOL (Short Takeoff and Landing) drone successfully completed its first-ever ship-to-shore flight from a South Korean warship, according to General Atomics Aeronautical Systems. Groundbreaking Maritime Operation The…
USAF Officer Makes History, Earns Silver Star for Countering Iranian Drone Attack
A groundbreaking achievement in aerial drone defense has earned USAF Captain Lacie Hester the Silver Star, making her the first woman in Air Force history to receive this prestigious award, according to Forces News. Historic Air Defense Operation During a…
Red Cat Unseats Skydio to Win U.S. Army’s Next-Gen Drone Contract
In a significant shift in the military drone landscape, Red Cat Holdings (NASDAQ: RCAT) has won the U.S. Army’s Short Range Reconnaissance (SRR) Program of Record contract, succeeding previous contract holder Skydio. The company’s Black Widow drone system, developed by…
Hanging World’s Largest Free-Hanging American Flag With DJI Flycart 30 Drone
I just got back from Ogden, Utah, a town just north of Salt Lake City, and I have an incredible story of patriotism to share that involved hanging the world’s largest free-hanging flag with the help of a DJI Flycart…
DJI Teases New Audio Product Launch with Cryptic “Carry Less, Capture More” Campaign
In a mysterious announcement shared on X (formerly Twitter), DJI has teased what appears to be a new audio product launch scheduled for November 26, 2024, at 8 AM EST. The cryptic marketing visual features concentric sound waves emanating from…