Drones
Drones (UAS/UAV): Latest on unmanned aerial tech, regulations, applications, and industry trends. From consumer to commercial and military drones.
Greenfield Police Pioneer Drone First Responders with DJI Technology
On May 29, 2025, the Greenfield Police Department made history as the first in their county to deploy drones as first responders, leveraging cutting-edge technology to enhance emergency response capabilities. Using the DJI Dock and a modified DJI M30 drone,…
DJI ROMO Blends Drone Tech with Home Cleaning
DJI, the titan of the drone industry, is proving its engineering talent stretches far beyond the skies. Known for dominating the drone market first with the Phantom, and now with the Mavic series, the company has now ventured into robot…
Drones for Active Shooter Prevention is being considerer by Texas School District
Highland Park Independent School District (ISD) in Texas recently hosted a demonstration by Campus Guardian Angels, an Austin-based startup, showcasing drone technology designed to address active shooter threats at University Park Elementary School. As a UAV and FPV pilot, I…
Weekly UAS News Update
Welcome to your weekly UAS news update. We have three stories for you this week. First, we celebrate six years of drone news. Next, we explore a new NASA drone project. Finally, we discuss some DJI leaks, because no week…
Wichita Falls Police to Deploy Aerodrome Drone First Responder for Enhanced Safety
In a significant step for public safety, Wichita Falls, Texas, is set to introduce the Aerodrome Drone First Responder, a cutting-edge “super” drone designed to assist first responders. Manufactured by Flock Safety, this drone aims to streamline emergency response operations,…
Fisherman’s Drone Heroics Earn Him Free Swellpro Fisherman FD2 After Saving Girl in Pensacola
On May 15, 2025, a fisherman’s quick thinking and drone skills turned a dangerous situation into a life-saving mission on Pensacola Beach, Florida. Andrew Smith, a Pensacola local, used his Swellpro drone to rescue a young girl caught in a…
California Court Orders Chula Vista Police to Release Drone Videos, Setting Precedent for Transparency
A San Diego judge has mandated the release of 25 Chula Vista Police Department (CVPD) drone videos from March 2021, ending a four-year legal battle led by La Prensa publisher Art Castañares. This landmark ruling, reported by CBS 8, requires…
How Brain-Controlled Drones Are Opening the Skies for Everyone: Mind Over Motors
Imagine flying a drone—not with your hands, but with your thoughts. For millions living with paralysis, this is no longer just science fiction. Thanks to groundbreaking brain-computer interface (BCI) technology, individuals who have lost all movement in their arms and…
Drone Dreams on a Dime: Snag the DJI Mini 4K for Just $249!
Hello fellow drone pilots and pilots-to-be… right now with this news that I’m bringing to you, if you don’t fly yet, you will fly soon! The drone world just got a whole lot more accessible, and I’m here to spill…
FAA Staff Exodus Threatens Drone Industry Growth and Regulatory Progress
A significant wave of resignations and retirements at the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is creating uncertainty for the unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) community, potentially disrupting critical regulatory processes and safety oversight that the drone industry relies on. According to a…
DJI Mic 3 Leak Hints at New Hardware as FCC Filings Reveal Upcoming Releases
DJI, a titan in the drone and camera accessory world, is making waves again with a slew of rumored releases. Just six months after the launch of the DJI Mic Mini—a compact, budget-friendly microphone currently retailing for $59 on Amazon—leaks…
India-Pakistan Drone Conflict Signals a New Era in Aerial Warfare
On May 8, 2025, the night sky over Jammu, India, lit up with red flares as air-defense systems engaged drones from Pakistan, marking a significant escalation in the use of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) between the two nations. This clash,…