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Weekly UAS News Update
Welcome to your weekly UAS news update. We have three stories for you this week: a swimmer rescued by a fisherman and his drone, Kyle Nordfors receiving a prestigious award, and Pierce Aerospace partnering with MITRE for Remote ID research.…
My Drone’s Opinion on My Photography Skills: Needs Improvement
Hello pilots of love, pilots of life. I am Rafa and in today’s flight, I’m going to be your pilot. Your DJI Drone won’t compose in your behalf Has it ever happened to you that when you fly your drone…

Aurora Approves Drone Defense Pact Near Buckley Space Force Base
On May 22, 2025, the Aurora City Council greenlighted a resolution to collaborate with federal authorities in tackling drone threats near Buckley Space Force Base, a critical hub for national defense operations. This agreement, detailed in a report by The…
Birmingham Invests $1.5 Million in Drones to Boost Public Safety and Fight Crime
The Birmingham City Council approved a $1.5 million investment in advanced drone technology for the Birmingham Police Department. This initiative aims to enhance public safety and reduce crime by positioning Birmingham among the leading cities adopting unmanned aerial systems (UAS)…
Fisherman’s Drone Rescue: Girl Seconds from Drowning Saved
A shark fisherman uses a drone to save a girl from drowning in Pensacola beach, by flying a flotation device out to her, reports The Guardian. On May 15, Florida man Andrew Smith made the last minute decision to try…
Morocco’s DGSN Showcases Advanced Drone Technology at Open Days Event
At the 6th edition of its Open Days event in Rabat, Morocco’s General Directorate of National Security (DGSN) unveiled a cutting-edge drone pavilion, highlighting the transformative role of unmanned aerial systems in modern security operations. According to Morocco World News,…
The Wisdom of Knowing When Not to Fly your Drone: Sometimes the Best Shot Is No Shot at All
Hello fellow pilots! Hope you are more than okay. May you find good winds and better landscapes to soar and admire all that beauty from a bird’s view. Drone Sense? Today I wanted to talk about a very important spider-sense…
The Zen of Drone Flying: Learning Patience Through Technology
Hello fellow pilots! How are you today? How was your morning routine? The coffee, the sending the kids to school, the morning fly? My path to Drone-Zen-Nirvana For me, I try to follow the same path I started years ago:…
Skydio X10 Drone Crash in NYC: Battery Connector Failure Sparks Safety Concerns
On May 12, 2025, a Skydio X10 drone operated by the New York Police Department (NYPD) crashed and caught fire on the roof of the 71st Police Precinct in Brooklyn, raising questions about drone safety and reliability. According to a…
Kalamazoo Police Use Drone to Arrest Juvenile in Vehicle Break-In Spree
On May 7, 2025, Kalamazoo police deployed a drone to apprehend a juvenile suspect linked to over 30 vehicle break-ins near Western Michigan University, showcasing the growing role of drone technology in law enforcement. The Kalamazoo Department of Public Safety…
Drones Save Lives in Asheville: How DJI Docks Transformed Hurricane Helene Response
When Hurricane Helene ravaged Asheville, North Carolina, in 2024, floodwaters turned streets into rivers, cut power, and isolated communities. Amid the chaos, the Asheville Police Department’s deployment of 13 DJI Docks became a lifeline, revolutionizing emergency response with real-time aerial…
Skydio’s Drone as First Responder Center Revolutionizes Public Safety Training in Atlanta
In a groundbreaking move for public safety, Skydio has partnered with the Atlanta Police Foundation to launch America’s first Drone as First Responder (DFR) Center of Excellence at the newly opened Atlanta Public Safety Training Center (PSTC). Announced on Skydio’s…