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ASTM Leaders Detail How Drone Standards Are Shaping Aviation’s Future
In an episode of ASTM International's "Taking to the Skies: Drone Standards" podcast, industry veterans Phil Kenul and Mark Blanks provided an...
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Understanding DJI Geo Zones and Drone Flight Restrictions
Geofencing is a three-dimensional area that can restrict a drone from operating in or out of certain areas. DJI ca these as "Geo zones" - built into all their drones. While they can be tricky to navigate, G
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How to Make Money with Your Drone – 5 Jobs to Learn NOW!
Something I can teach you are the drone services you can offer to establish a client base for your drone business. My goal is to offer a wide range of
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Drone Operators Challenge University of Michigan’s Sweeping Aircraft Ban in Landmark Case
A critical legal battle over drone access to airspace is unfolding in Michigan, where operators are challenging the University of Michigan’s broad prohibition of unmanned aircraft over its properties. The case, heard Tuesday in the Michigan Court of Claims, could set a significant precedent for drone operators’ rights across the state via The Detroit News.…
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Late Night TV Highlights Public Confusion Over East Coast Drone Sightings
The recent wave of alleged drone sightings along the East Coast has now entered mainstream cultural discourse, with NBC’s Late Night host Seth Meyers dedicating a segment of “A Closer Look” to examining the public response and official reactions to these reports. The segment, which aired this week, highlighted how initial reports from Morris County,…
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FBI Newark Warns of Dangerous Trend: Lasers and Weapons Targeting Aircraft Mistaken for Drones
The FBI Newark Field Office and New Jersey State Police have issued an urgent warning about a disturbing increase in incidents where pilots are being targeted with lasers by people who mistakenly believe they’re observing unauthorized drones. The warning comes amid rising concerns about potential deadly consequences if manned aircraft are misidentified as Unmanned Aircraft…
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Florida Man Ordered to Pay $5,000 for Shooting Walmart Delivery Drone
A 72-year-old Florida resident has been ordered to pay $5,000 in restitution after shooting at a Walmart delivery drone he mistakenly believed was conducting surveillance on his property, reports First Coast News. The incident, which occurred in Lake County, Florida, highlights the growing tensions between drone delivery operations and public acceptance. Dennis Winn was charged…
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Texas School Security Drones: A Controversial Proposition Raising Technical and Safety Questions
A recently filed Texas House bill that proposes using armed drones for school security has drawn significant attention from both drone industry experts and education stakeholders. House Bill 462, authored by State Rep. Ryan Guillen (R-Rio Grande City), suggests deploying remote-human-operated aerial devices equipped with “air-based irritants” and other non-lethal weapons as part of enhanced…
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