Drones
Drones (UAS/UAV): Latest on unmanned aerial tech, regulations, applications, and industry trends. From consumer to commercial and military drones.
San Francisco Police’s Drone Dilemma: Breaking Laws to Fight Crime
San Francisco police have been using drones to catch car break-in suspects and investigate sideshows for months, but internal emails reveal the department knowingly broke the law by purchasing these crime-fighting tools. Now, the SFPD is asking city leaders to…
Drones Disrupt Wildfire Fighting Efforts Across the U.S.
So far this wildfire season, aerial firefighting activities have faced the persistent nuisance of 21 “public drone incursions,” the National Interagency Fire Center reported. These incidents have predominantly occurred in the U.S. West, with five cases in California, three in…
Russian National Arrested for Smuggling Drone Tech to Russia
A Russian national living in Sarasota, Florida, was arrested on Monday for smuggling, money laundering, and illegally exporting technology that could be used in drone production to Russia. The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced the charges, highlighting the seriousness…
Pilot Institute Launches Premium Drone Community
It’s time to introduce something new and exciting. I’m proud to announce the launch of the Premium Drone Community. Pilot Institute offers many great courses: Part 107, photography, videography, mapping, real estate, business, to name just a few. Once you…
DJI Ronin 4D: The Revolutionary Camera Behind ‘Civil War’
British cinematographer Rob Hardy used DJI’s innovative Ronin 4D to film Alex Garland’s 2024 movie ‘Civil War,’ pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in Hollywood filmmaking. A Game-Changing Camera for a $50 Million Blockbuster The Ronin 4D, an $8,000 camera…
High-Tech Drone Breaks Standoff Stalemate in Olympia
A tense standoff in downtown Olympia, Washington, was defused thanks to the strategic deployment of a high-tech drone. The incident, which took place on Thursday, showcased the effectiveness of drone technology in law enforcement operations, according to KOMO News. SWAT…
UK Researchers Land $910K Grant to Revolutionize Cattle Management with Drones
Drones Revolutionizing Cattle Management: UK’s Groundbreaking Project The University of Kentucky’s Martin-Gatton College of Agriculture, Food and Environment has secured a $910,000 grant from the USDA to develop and refine drone technology in cattle management. This five-year project, titled “Precision…
DJI Neo Controller Compatibility Guide
Good day, folks! Shawn here from Air Photography. Since the launch of the DJI Neo, I’ve received many excellent questions about its functionality and capabilities, which I’ll address in upcoming videos. One of the most common questions I’ve been asked…
DJI Neo Return to Home Feature Explained
Return to Home Feature on the DJI Neo Drone Good day, folks! Shawn here from Air Photography. I’ve been asked quite a bit about the DJI Neo and whether it supports return to home. Indeed, it does. If you’re using…
DJI Neo Drone – Tracking With A Controller Using “Focus Track”
DJI Neo Focus Track: A Comprehensive Guide Good day, folks! Shawn here from Air Photography. A couple of days ago, I uploaded a video demonstrating the DJI Neo following me on a bike. The DJI Neo does an excellent job…
Matternet Secures Groundbreaking Drone Delivery Certification in Switzerland
Matternet, a leading urban drone delivery platform developer, has achieved a significant milestone in expanding its operations across Europe. The company announced that it had been granted the first Light UAS Operator Certificate (LUC) by the Swiss Federal Office of…
NATO Grapples with Russian Drone Incursions as Pressure Mounts
NATO’s facing a growing dilemma as Russian drones and missiles increasingly violate member states’ airspace. This info comes from a recent report by Radio Free Europe/Radio Liberty, highlighting the alliance’s struggle to respond effectively without escalating the conflict. Airspace Violations…