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DOC Investigation, Expedited Audit, Amendment to Audit, New FAA Admin, 3 New DJI Drones
Welcome to your weekly UAS news update. We have five stories for you this week: the Department of Commerce launching an investigation into UAS and component imports, lawmakers calling for an expedited audit of DJI and Autel, Representative Stefanik introducing…
Trump Proposes Mega Drone Deal with Ukraine to Address US Technological Shortfalls
President Trump and Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky have initiated discussions on a potential “mega deal” that could see the United States acquiring battle-tested Ukrainian drones, while Ukraine purchases American weapons in return. This arrangement aims to bolster US drone capabilities,…
DJI Terra 5.0 Update Introduces Photorealistic 3D Gaussian Splatting for Enhanced Drone-Based Mapping
DJI Enterprise released version 5.0.0 of its DJI Terra software today, incorporating photorealistic 3D Gaussian Splatting to produce highly realistic digital twins from drone imagery. This update accelerates LiDAR and multispectral data processing while integrating a seamless hardware-software workflow, addressing…
DJI Launches Agras T100, T70P, and T25P Drones: Boosting Agricultural Efficiency Worldwide
DJI has introduced three advanced agricultural drones—the Agras T100, T70P, and T25P—that enhance spraying, spreading, and lifting capabilities for farmers facing growing demands in precision farming. This launch builds on DJI’s decade-long expertise, addressing the annual increase in spray drone…
DJI Calls for Evidence-Based Review as NDAA Deadline Threatens US Drone Access
Congress passed the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2025 last December, setting a December 23, 2025, deadline for a national security agency to assess risks posed by Chinese-manufactured drones. With less than six months remaining, DJI has intensified…
US Commerce Department Probes Drone Imports, Eyeing National Security Tariffs
The US Commerce Department has initiated investigations into imports of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) and their components, potentially leading to new tariffs under national security provisions. This move, announced on July 1, aligns with President Donald Trump’s broader tariff strategy…
Embry-Riddle Study Uncovers Drones Breaching FAA’s 400-Foot Limit, Heightening Mid-Air Collision Risks
Researchers at Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University have uncovered patterns in drone operations that challenge safety norms, with many small uncrewed aircraft systems (UAS) flying above the Federal Aviation Administration’s (FAA) established 400-foot ceiling. This nationwide analysis highlights growing drone usage and…
DJI Unveils Agras T100 Drone: Elevating Precision Agriculture with 100-Kg Payload Capacity
DJI Agriculture today launched the Agras T100 globally, a high-capacity drone designed to transform large-scale farming through enhanced spraying, spreading, and lifting capabilities. This release, announced on July 15, 2025, builds on its initial debut in China last November and…
Ukrainian Hackers Claim Major Cyber Strike on Russian Drone Supplier Gaskar Group
Ukrainian hackers have struck a blow to Russia’s drone capabilities by infiltrating and dismantling the digital infrastructure of Gaskar Group, a key manufacturer supplying unmanned aerial vehicles to Moscow’s military. This operation, involving hacktivist groups and Ukraine’s intelligence, highlights the…
New York City Enhances Beach Safety with Drone-Delivered Flotation Devices at Rockaway Beach
New York City has expanded its use of drones at Rockaway Beach, now deploying them to drop lifesaving flotation devices to swimmers in distress, building on years of surveillance for sharks and riptides. This initiative promises quicker interventions in dangerous…
DEXA Secures FAA Nationwide BVLOS Waiver for Scalable Drone Deliveries
U.S. drone delivery company DEXA has achieved a major regulatory milestone by obtaining a national Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) waiver from the Federal Aviation Administration, enabling autonomous operations without visual observers across the country. This approval positions DEXA…
DJI Teases Enhancements to 3D Mapping Software with Upcoming Launch
DJI Enterprise has released a teaser video hinting at advancements in its digital asset creation tools, set for reveal on July 17, 2025, at 8 a.m. EDT. The short clip demonstrates point clouds evolving into a detailed 3D model of…