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Drones (UAS/UAV): Latest on unmanned aerial tech, regulations, applications, and industry trends. From consumer to commercial and military drones.
Australian Law Enforcement Awards DroneShield $1M+ Contract for Advanced Counter-Drone Technology
Sydney-based DroneShield lands major domestic deal as drone threats escalate across Australia. An Australian law enforcement agency has selected counter-drone specialist DroneShield (ASX:DRO) to deliver advanced counter-unmanned aircraft systems under a contract valued at over $1 million, the company announced…
USGS Captures Stunning Close-Up of Kīlauea Lava Pond Using DJI Matrice 600 Drone
USGS Hawaiian Volcano Observatory geologists have captured remarkable close-up imagery of an active lava pond within Kīlauea’s summit crater using advanced Dji drone technology, providing unprecedented scientific documentation of the volcano’s ongoing eruptive activity. During uncrewed aircraft systems overflights on…
DJI Mini 4 Pro Fly More Combo Hits Record-Low Price Of $799 on Amazon
Drone enthusiasts, beginners and even professional alike, here’s a deal you can’t miss: the DJI Mini 4 Pro Fly More Combo with DJI RC 2 is now available at its lowest price ever on the official DJI store on Amazon,…
NATO’s Thunder Wasp GT Drone by Patria & ACC Revealed
Finnish defense company Patria and Swedish drone maker ACC Innovation AB have signed a cooperation agreement to jointly develop a military version of the quadcopter-style Thunder Wasp GT drone for military use by NATO member nations. The collaboration is the…
Greece Bolsters Wildfire Defense with Doubled Drone Fleet in 2025
Greece is intensifying its wildfire response by nearly doubling its drone fleet and deploying a record 18,000 firefighters this summer, as reported by The Independent. With climate change driving more frequent and severe wildfires, the country is leveraging advanced drone…
Aurora Approves Drone Defense Pact Near Buckley Space Force Base
On May 22, 2025, the Aurora City Council greenlighted a resolution to collaborate with federal authorities in tackling drone threats near Buckley Space Force Base, a critical hub for national defense operations. This agreement, detailed in a report by The…
Social Media Fame: When Your Drone Photos Get Three Likes (Two Are Your Mom)
Hello, fellow aerial adventurers! How are you today? Getting ready for that inevitable flood of likes on your latest drone masterpiece? Or perhaps you’re still waiting for that flood from last week’s post… and the week before that. How important…
FAA Approves Amazon Drone Delivery for Lithium-Ion Battery Products
The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) granted Amazon’s Prime Air program approval to deliver products containing lithium-ion batteries, such as iPhones and AirPods, marking a significant step for the company’s drone delivery ambitions. The Verge reported that this clearance allows Amazon…
Birmingham Invests $1.5 Million in Drones to Boost Public Safety and Fight Crime
The Birmingham City Council approved a $1.5 million investment in advanced drone technology for the Birmingham Police Department. This initiative aims to enhance public safety and reduce crime by positioning Birmingham among the leading cities adopting unmanned aerial systems (UAS)…
When Your DJI Drone Battery Dies at the Most Inopportune Moment
Hello fellow DJI pilots! Welcome to Droners Anonymous. I am Rafa and I am a Droner. “Hello Rafa” Today we’re going to talk about that famous combination of Lithium, Carbon, Oxygen, Phosphorus, Fluoride, Cobalt, Nickel, Aluminum, and Manganese. And no,…
DJI Air 3S Fly More Combo Lite with DJI RC 2 Hits Summer Discount
Drone enthusiasts and travel photographers, here’s your chance to elevate your aerial game with the DJI Air 3S Fly More Combo Lite, a powerful compact drone featuring a dual-camera system, now available at a special summer discount. Priced at just…
Ego vs. Altitude: Learning to Fly Low When Necessary
Hello fellow drone pilots! I really hope that you’re well today, have had a good night’s sleep, and even better flights. In today’s TED Talk, Rafael Suarez will teach us how to navigate day-to-day life with a Burj Khalifa-sized ego…