Drones
Drones (UAS/UAV): Latest on unmanned aerial tech, regulations, applications, and industry trends. From consumer to commercial and military drones.
Houthi Rebels Claim Downing of US Reaper Drone in Yemen
Yemen’s Houthi rebels have claimed responsibility for shooting down a U.S. Air Force MQ-9 Reaper drone on Thursday, April 25, 2024, in the rebel-controlled Saada province. The rebels released footage showing wreckage of the unmanned aircraft, which bore the logo…
Long-Range Drone Targets Illegal Fishing in Great Barrier Reef
A new long-range drone has been successfully trialed by authorities to combat illegal fishing in Queensland’s protected waters of the Great Barrier Reef. The Aerosonde 4.7 drone, described as “virtually undetectable” to illegal fishers, is set to become a key…
Drone Wars: How Russia and China Lead the Global Arms Race
In a world where warfare is rapidly evolving, drones have emerged as a game-changing technology. Recent data from the World Intellectual Property Office (WIPO) reveals a surge in drone-related patents, with Russia and China at the forefront of this new…
Chinese Military Spotted Training with DJI Mavic 3 Drones Equipped for Aerial Bombardment
Recent photos shared on X/Twitter reveal a unit of the Chinese People’s Armed Police (PAP) Heilongjiang Corps training with DJI Mavic 3 drones outfitted with release mechanisms for dropping grenades or explosives. This development follows our earlier report on a…
Chinese Military Trains with FPV Drones, DJI Avata and Drone Countermeasures
In a recent video shared on social media, a Chinese military unit is seen training with small FPV (First Person View) drones, including a DJI Avata, and practicing drone countermeasures. The footage provides a glimpse into the Chinese military’s focus…
Silent Killers: Ukrainian FPV Drone Stalking Russian Soldiers at Night
In a chilling video shared on social media, a Ukrainian FPV (first-person view) drone equipped with night vision capabilities is seen silently tracking two seemingly unaware Russian soldiers in a wooded area at night. The footage, captured by the drone’s…
Ukrainian Yak-52 Shoots Down Russian Drones in World War II-Style Dogfight
In a scene reminiscent of World War II, a Ukrainian Yak-52 propeller-driven trainer aircraft shot down Russian reconnaissance drones over the southern city of Odesa using machine guns. The incident, which took place on April 27, 2024, highlights the ongoing…
Ukraine Transforms Sport Plane into Long-Range Strike Drone
Nynja Plane Crashes in Russia, 600 Miles from Ukraine Border Ukrainian engineers have apparently converted another sport plane into a long-range strike drone, with one crashing inside Russia, reportedly more than 600 miles from the Russia-Ukraine border. This matches the…
NC Sheriffs Rely on Chinese DJI Drones Despite Security Concerns
A WBTV investigation has revealed that the vast majority of North Carolina sheriff’s offices rely on Chinese-made DJI drones for critical public safety operations, despite increasingly politicized national security concerns surrounding the company. The survey found that DJI drones play…
Marvel Superheroes Take Flight in Hong Kong Disneyland’s New Drone Show
Season of the Super Heroes Brings Action-Packed Fun to the Park Hong Kong Disneyland is gearing up for an exciting celebration of Marvel superheroes with the Season of the Super Heroes event, running from April 26th through June 10th, 2024.…
Perrysburg Township Embraces DJI Drones for Enhanced Emergency Response
Perrysburg Township Fire and EMS are taking a significant step forward in their rescue operations by incorporating Chinese-made DJI drones into their emergency response tactics. The department believes that these drones will significantly improve efficiency and response times, ultimately saving…
RAF Stealth Fighter’s Near Miss with Illegally Flown Drone
An RAF F-35 Lightning stealth fighter jet narrowly avoided a collision with a drone flying at an illegal altitude over Norfolk, according to an official report from the UK Airprox Board (UKAB). The incident, which reportedly occurred on February 14,…