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Pilot Institute Launches Massive Black Friday Drone Training Sale
Pilot Institute, a leading drone education provider, has launched its “biggest sale ever” with significant discounts on drone training courses and certification programs, making professional drone education more accessible to aspiring pilots and businesses. Comprehensive Drone Education Packages The sale…
DJI Mini 3 Drone Hits Record Low Price in Black Friday Sale, Starting at $329
DJI has launched an aggressive Black Friday promotion for its popular Mini 3 drone, offering savings of up to $160 on various configurations of the lightweight camera drone. The base model with the RC-N1 controller is now available for $329,…
Tulsa Fire Department Makes History with Largest-Ever Drone Response to Chemical Fire
The Tulsa Fire Department (TFD) deployed its most extensive drone operation to date, utilizing seven simultaneous drones to combat a dangerous petroleum tank farm fire at AXEL Royal facility in West Tulsa. This groundbreaking emergency response showcased the department’s advanced…
Drone Disrupts Protected Bird Colony, Forces Mass Exodus from California Park
A reckless drone incident scattered a large colony of protected white-tailed kites from their winter roost at Meadow Park in San Luis Obispo, California, according to The Tribune. Drone Incident Causes Immediate Impact On October 24, a drone flew directly…
Olympic Drone Scandal: Canada Soccer’s Unauthorized Surveillance Leads to Suspensions and Reform
An independent investigation has revealed that Canada’s women’s soccer coaching staff used drones to spy on New Zealand’s practice sessions during the 2024 Paris Olympics, as reported by The Athletic. The Drone Incident In a shocking breach of sporting ethics,…
US Cities Race to Launch Air Taxi Networks Before 2026 World Cup
Major US cities are gearing up for the integration of air taxis and advanced drone technology into their urban landscapes, with Los Angeles leading the charge as it prepares to launch an urban air mobility network by the 2026 FIFA…
Morningside University Introduces Drone Minor Program for Agriculture Students
Morningside University in Sioux City, Iowa, is expanding its agricultural technology curriculum by launching a new unmanned aircraft system minor program focused on drone applications in agriculture and food studies. Meeting Industry Demands With over 700,000 registered drones in the…
Man Arrested After Shooting at Drone Near Tulsa, Oklahoma Church
A man was arrested in east Tulsa, Oklahoma after allegedly shooting at a civilian drone that was being used for event preparation, according to a report from Tulsa Police. Incident Details The incident occurred around 5 p.m. Wednesday near a…
High School Drone Program Gets $5K Boost for Pre-Construction Aerial Documentation
Batesville High School Charter’s drone and aviation program just got a major upgrade thanks to a $5,000 donation that’ll help students capture aerial imagery for a local construction project, according to a report from White River Now. Students Take Flight…
NASA Showcases Alta-X Drone at Miramar Air Show, Drawing 20,000 Visitors
The NASA tent at the Miramar Air Show in San Diego became a hub of aerospace innovation last weekend, featuring the cutting-edge Alta-X drone among its exhibits. The event, which ran from September 27-29, 2024, attracted approximately 20,000 visitors eager…
Lives at Stake: The Hidden Costs of U.S. Tariffs or Bans on DJI Drones
In recent years, DJI drones have become ubiquitous in the U.S., used by everyone from first responders and small businesses to hobbyists and farmers. The reasons are simple: DJI makes highly capable, safe, reliable, affordable, and easy-to-fly drones that are…
Chinese Grad Student Jailed for Drone Photography of US Naval Shipyard
A University of Minnesota agricultural engineering grad student from China has been sentenced to six months in prison for illegally flying a drone over a sensitive U.S. naval shipbuilding base in Virginia. The incident, reported by the Star Tribune, highlights…