Drones
Drones (UAS/UAV): Latest on unmanned aerial tech, regulations, applications, and industry trends. From consumer to commercial and military drones.
Man Arrested for Flying Drone Over SpaceX Facility in Texas
A 32-year-old man was recently arrested for operating a drone over SpaceX’s launch facility in Cameron County, Texas. The drone incident, reported by Valley Central, highlights the legal implications of flying unmanned aircraft near critical infrastructure. Unauthorized Flight Over Restricted…
Drone Survey Reveals Crucial Blind Spot in Trump Rally Security
In a startling revelation reported by The New York Times, a would-be assassin at Donald J. Trump’s campaign rally in Butler, Pennsylvania, on July 13, 2024, exploited a critical security weakness that was potentially identified using drone technology. Gunman’s Tactical…
DJI Releases New Firmware for Zenmuse H30 Series, Enhancing Night Vision and Performance
DJI, the leading drone manufacturer, has announced a new firmware update for its Zenmuse H30 Series payloads, bringing significant improvements to night vision capabilities and overall performance. The update, released on July 18, 2024, aims to enhance the functionality of…
Underwater Drone Locates Drowned Kayaker in Michigan Lake
A tragic kayaking incident in Ionia County, Michigan, has concluded with the discovery of a missing man’s body, thanks to the use of advanced underwater drone technology. According to WZZM13, search crews successfully located the remains of 32-year-old Mauro Escobar-Loarca…
Journalism Students Take to the Skies in New Drone Filming Course
The Reynolds School of Journalism at the University of Nevada, Reno has introduced a new course that’s taking journalism to new heights – literally. The “Introduction to Drone Filming” class is giving students hands-on experience with unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs),…
DJI Mini 3 Pro Receives New Firmware Update: What’s Changed?
DJI has released a new firmware update for its popular Mini 3 Pro drone, as announced on the official DJI forum. The update, released on July 23, 2024, brings some minor improvements to the compact yet powerful sub-250g drone. Firmware…
Leaked DJI Drone Images Hint at Possible Mavic 4 Prototype
Recent social media buzz has ignited speculation about DJI’s next big release, as leaked images and a video of what appears to be a new drone prototype have surfaced online. Initially thought to be an older model based on the…
Leaked Video Reveal Possible DJI Air 3S Drone with Upgraded Camera
A video supposedly showing the DJI Air 3S shared on Twitter today has sparked excitement among drone enthusiasts, potentially unveiling the successor to the popular DJI Air 3 drone. The footage, reportedly captured at DJI’s Sky City facility in Shenzhen,…
Police Drones Take Flight in Montgomery County, Expanding First Responder Program
Montgomery County, Maryland, is set to double its pioneering drone first responder program in the coming months, according to The Washington Post. The program, which has already surpassed 1,000 flights, uses drones to respond to 911 calls within seconds, often…
Rogue Drone Flies Dangerously Close to Blue Angels, Sparking FAA Investigation
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has launched an investigation into a drone video captured at Pensacola Beach, Florida, earlier this month. The footage, which shows a drone flying perilously close to the Blue Angels as they returned from an airshow,…
FPV Drone Captures Formula One Action at Hungarian Grand Prix
FPV (first-person view) drone technology made its mark at today’s Formula One Hungarian Grand Prix, offering viewers a unique perspective of the high-speed action. The drone footage was featured during laps 27, 37, 43, 61, and 70 of the race…
St. Louis Medical Organization Pioneers Drone Use for Blood Sample Transport
Mid-America Transplant, a St. Louis-based organ and tissue procurement organization, is set to revolutionize medical logistics by implementing drone technology for blood sample transportation. This innovative approach aims to provide faster and more cost-effective services, particularly benefiting rural communities, according…