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Five years ago, the UK’s Gatwick Airport, bustling with holiday travelers, faced an unprecedented disruption. On the evening of December 19, 2018, all flights were grounded due to a drone sighting near the runway.

Drone Incidents

Revisiting the Gatwick Drone Chaos: Lessons Learned and Future Threats

Five years ago, the UK’s Gatwick Airport, bustling with holiday travelers, faced an unprecedented drone disruption. On the evening of December 19

Haye KestelooDec 20

Police

Miami Police Unleash Autel Drones to Outsmart Thieves

The Miami Township Police Dept. in Montgomery County, Ohio, is revolutionizing its approach to law enforcement with the integration of Autel drones

Haye KestelooDec 8

Police

Drones in Law Enforcement: New Orleans’ Debate

New Orleans Police Department (NOPD) is set to deploy police drones in law enforcement, sparking public debate on privacy, surveillance

Haye KestelooDec 6

Easy Aerial

Coral Gables Employs Advanced Drone Technology for Public Safety

In an innovative move, Coral Gables has embraced drone technology to enhance public safety. The city in Florida recently signed a contract

Haye KestelooNov 25

The Florida Drone Ban: A Costly Transition for Taxpayers and Agencies - New Florida Senate bill could pave way for police drones - Police drone helps to find two young children who were missing in Florida

DJI

Taxpayer Turbulence: Florida’s Costly Ban of Chinese-made DJI Drones

Florida's decision to ban Chinese-made drones, mostly DJI drones, has led to a significant shift in drone use by state agencies, with financial impact.

Haye KestelooNov 21

DJI

NYPD’s Drone Usage Soars: A Closer Look at the Sky-High Surveillance

Our investigation into the NYPD's drone use reveals trends and shifts in the use of UAS across the city's boroughs, painting a picture of a future.

Haye KestelooNov 16

DJI

Discussing DJI’s Future Plans & Drone Policy With Adam Welsh

We're about to sit down with Adam Welsh, who is DJI's head of global policy, to pick his brain about the drone industry, but more importantly...

Billy KyleNov 15

FAA

Revolutionizing First Response: Brookhaven PD’s Drone Program Takes Flight

The Brookhaven Police Department (PD) has shifted DJI drones from the trunk of squad cars to the forefront of first response, showcasing

Haye KestelooNov 14

Police

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