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Illegal Drone Grounds Firefighting Aircraft in 500-Acre Oregon Wildfire Battle
An unauthorized drone flight has forced the suspension of aerial firefighting efforts against the Upper Applegate Fire in Jackson County, Oregon, report KTVZ. The incident highlights the growing challenge of drone interference in wildfire suppression operations and recalls the region’s…
Redmond Police Deploy Drones as First Responders, Enhancing 911 Response
The Redmond Police Department has implemented a cutting-edge Drone As A First Responder (DFR) pilot program, utilizing a DJI Matrice 3D drone in a box to respond to 911 calls since April, reports KIRO 7. This innovative approach aims to…
China Tightens Drone Regulations to Protect State Secrets
China’s Ministry of State Security has issued a stark warning about the risks associated with drone use near sensitive locations. This move comes amid a growing number of incidents involving unauthorized aerial photography of military installations and other restricted areas,…
Subway Launches Sky-High Drone Deliveries for World UFO Day
Subway is taking sandwich delivery to new heights this World UFO Day. On June 24, the fast-food giant will use drones to deliver footlong subs to select customers in four U.S. cities, blending fast food with cutting-edge tech. Drones to…
German Drone Maker Showcases VTOL Family, Eyes Autonomous Future
In a recent LinkedIn video, Florian Seibel, CEO of Germany-based Quantum-Systems, introduced his company’s family of Vertical Takeoff and Landing (VTOL) drones. These unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) are designed to operate on a common platform, offering versatility and ease of…
Industry Experts Weigh In on Federal and State Drone Bans
In a recent discussion, drone industry experts Vic Moss and Greg Reverdiau shed light on the ongoing debate surrounding drone bans in the United States. Their conversation focused on the American Security Drone Act (ASDA), state-level regulations, and the potential…
DJI Ban Updates, Drone Stalker Arrested, Drones for Good, & Flite Fest 2024
Welcome to the Weekly UAS News Update. We have five stories for you this week. First off, an update on the DJI Ban. Secondly, a creepy drone stalker who got arrested, a Drones for Good story, Flite Fest, and a…
Axon and Skydio Partner to Deliver Scalable Drone Solutions for Public Safety
Axon and Skydio announced the launch of an end-to-end offering for drones in public safety, including a scalable Drone as First Responder (DFR) solution. This expanded alliance brings together Skydio’s leading drone technology with Axon’s comprehensive suite of products for…
Texas Man Charged for Flying Drone Near Rangers Playoff Game
Complaint Alleges Illegal Drone Flight During ALCS Game 4 A Texas man, Jason Carvell Banner, has been charged for flying an unmanned aircraft system (UAS) in restricted airspace surrounding Globe Life Field in Arlington on October 19, 2023. The incident…
Man Arrested for Shooting Down Neighbor’s Drone in Upstate NY
60-Year-Old Faces Charges of Menacing and Weapon Possession On June 19, 2024, Joseph H. Dishaw, a 60-year-old man from Ogdensburg, NY, was arrested by State Police for menacing in the 2nd degree and criminal possession of a weapon in the…
Drones Help Map Temperatures to Boost Reptile Conservation
Innovative Use of Drones in Reptile Conservation Forget Walmart drone deliveries; the latest use for drones might surprise you. Researchers are using drones to map the temperatures at which lizards thrive, a technique that could revolutionize our understanding of reptile…
DJI Air 3S Drone Spotted: Potential Successor to the Air 3
A recent video and photo shared by the drone website SBDJI showcase what appears to be the next iteration of DJI’s popular Air series, potentially named the DJI Air 3S or DJI Air 4. Captured during a test flight in…