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UK Police Set to Gain New Drone Enforcement Powers as Gatwick Reports Surge in Airspace Violations
British law enforcement agencies are preparing to implement new fixed penalty powers for drone violations, as Gatwick Airport reports 368 unauthorized drone sightings in its flight restriction zone during 2023. The development comes as airport officials and aviation groups push…
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…
Mystery Drone Reports in NJ Highlight Industry Challenges for Commercial Operators
Recent reports of unidentified drone activity in New Jersey are causing unnecessary concern and potentially damaging the commercial drone industry’s reputation, according to professional drone operators in the region. In a recent interview with News Nation’s Nicole Berlie, commercial drone…
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…
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…
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,…
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…
High School NJROTC Program Pioneers Drone Education with Real-World Applications
A Naval Junior ROTC program at South Caldwell High School is taking an innovative approach to drone education, combining hands-on flight training with discussions of ethics and practical applications. The program, reportedly funded by a $1,500 Blue Ridge Electric Bright…
Drone Industry Warns of Devastating Impact from Proposed Chinese Drone Restrictions
Drone industry veteran Vic Moss is raising urgent concerns about potential restrictions on Chinese-made drones being considered for inclusion in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Speaking in his personal capacity and on behalf of the Drone Service Providers Alliance…
Urgent NDAA Developments Could Severely Impact US Drone Industry
Industry expert Vic Moss has raised urgent concerns about potential restrictions on Chinese-made drones being fast-tracked through Congress, warning of devastating consequences for the US drone industry if certain provisions are included in the upcoming National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).…
North Dakota Proposes $15M to Replace Chinese-Made Government Drones
North Dakota lawmakers are pushing forward with ambitious legislation to replace nearly 90% of state-owned drones manufactured in China, addressing mounting national security concerns about critical infrastructure surveillance. The proposed bill, introduced by Republican Representative Mike Nathe, would allocate $15…
Fullerton College Pioneers First West Coast Drone Bachelor’s Degree Program
A groundbreaking development in drone education is taking shape at Fullerton College, where the institution is set to launch its first-ever bachelor’s degree program. The Bachelor of Science in Drone and Autonomous Systems, scheduled to begin in fall 2026, marks…