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Olympic Drone Scandal: Canadian Soccer Coach Reveals Death Threats, Suicidal Thoughts After Career-Ending Flight
More than a year after a drone flight over a soccer practice ended her career, Jasmine Mander is finally telling her side of the drone scandal. The former Canadian Olympic assistant coach has published a detailed first-person account revealing the…
Transport Canada Clears DJI Mini 5 Pro Despite Weight Variance Concerns
Transport Canada has officially confirmed that the DJI Mini 5 Pro will maintain its micro drone classification despite weight variations that can push some units above the critical 250-gram threshold, according to an official statement obtained by drone community member,…
No Weight Tolerance for DJI Mini 5 Pro in United States as per FAA Drone Regulations
Unlike the European Union’s approach, the FAA provides no manufacturing tolerance for the 250-gram weight threshold for drones such as the DJI Mini 5 Pro. US regulations are strict: any drone weighing 250 grams or more requires registration, regardless of…
EASA Confirms DJI Mini 5 Pro Retains C0 Status Despite 252g Weight
The European Union Aviation Safety Agency has officially confirmed that the DJI Mini 5 Pro maintains its C0 classification, even though many units weigh 252-253 grams. EASA engineer Natale Di Rubbo clarified that the prEN 4709-001 standard allows a 3%…
DJI Mini 5 Pro’s Weight Problem: Are You At Risk?
So, this is a new DJI Mini 5 Pro, a unit that is very much not below 250g. I’ve heard lots of interesting things about this fact over the last couple of days, and I’m going to dive through and…
DJI Mini 5 Pro Weight Variance May Force FAA Registration Despite Near-250g Marketing
The DJI Mini 5 Pro drone faces potential regulatory complications as manufacturing tolerances could push the aircraft above the critical 250-gram threshold, requiring FAA registration (and Remote ID compliance) even for recreational use. The drone is marketed as weighing 249.9…
Drones Are Blasting Scarlett Johansson voice, AC/DC at Wolves to Save Cows
In the age-old conflict between ranchers and wolves, the traditional tools have been fences, dogs, and guns. But now, biologists are deploying a wild new weapon in the American West: a drone armed with the rock and roll fury of…
Ondas backs Norway’s Rift Dynamics to bring Wåsp FPV+ attritable drone to U.S. defense market
Rift Dynamics, a Norway-based defense UAS maker, has unveiled the Wåsp FPV+—a hybrid FPV/ISR multicopter—and secured a strategic investment and exclusive U.S. distribution via Ondas Holdings’ American Robotics, with initial availability targeted as early as October and an opening order…
Dublin 15’s Drone Debate: Manna’s Deliveries Spark Mix of Cheers and Jeers
UPDATE: This article has been updated with new info on 07/10/2025 The skies over Dublin 15 are alive with drone deliveries—and a lively community debate! Manna Drones’ fast-food service, partnered with Deliveroo, has locals split: some love the quick drops…
Wingtra Launches WingtraRAY Drone for Faster Surveying and Urban Flight Compliance
Swiss company Wingtra introduced the WingtraRAY, as a vertical takeoff and landing drone tailored for survey professionals seeking rapid data collection and simplified regulatory approvals. The drone enables users to map 100 hectares (250 acres) in just 10 minutes, marking…
Criminals Exploit Drones to Smuggle Illegal Cigarettes Across Europe
Criminals are increasingly turning to drones to smuggle and distribute illegal cigarettes across Europe, evoking new challenges for law enforcement and the drone industry. A recent report by consulting firm KPMG, commissioned by Philip Morris International, reveals that tobacco smugglers…
DJI Matrice 400 Parachute System Boosts Safety and Compliance for Drone Pilots
A new parachute recovery system for the DJI Matrice 400 drone, launched by AVSS – Aerial Vehicle Safety Solutions Inc., promises to transform safety and regulatory compliance for enterprise drone operators. The PRS-M400 enables pilots to legally fly over people,…