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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,…
Russian Soldier Uses Potatoes to Take Down Ukrainian Drone
Quick-Thinking Mercenary Avoids Deadly Drone Attack In a stunning display of quick thinking and resourcefulness, a Russian mercenary identified as Private Khamatov saved his life by hurling a sack of potatoes at an attacking Ukrainian drone. The astonishing footage captures…
Drone Helps Reunite Hiker with Lost Dog in Catskill Mountains
In a heartwarming tale of determination and community support, a hiker named Zach Barriga was reunited with his lost dog, Annie, thanks to the help of a state-of-the-art drone and its operator, Justin Vickers, reports News 10. A Harrowing Ordeal…
Grounded: The Debate Over Banning DJI Drones in the U.S.
U.S. Lawmakers Consider Banning DJI Drones Amid National Security Concerns In a move that could ground the fleet of DJI drones across the country, U.S. lawmakers are weighing an FCC ban on the China-based drone manufacturer. This potential ban comes…
DJI Mini 4K: Ideal Beginner Drone at $348
Affordable Aerial Photography for Beginners The DJI Mini 4K, set to launch on April 29, 2024, is making headlines not just for its advanced features but for its surprisingly affordable price tag of around $348 USD. Rumored by drone enthusiast…
New Congress Drone Act, Aloft Adds SGI, DAC on Stadium TFRs, & New DJI Agras
Welcome to the Weekly UAS News Update. We have four stories for you this week: a new drone act in Congress (yes, yet another one), AirMap adding SGI support, the DAC recommends a change in stadium TFRs, and lastly, a…