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Eurofighter Damaged by Drone Collision at Bavarian Airport

Eurofighter jet collided with drone while landing at Manching Airport in Germany. The pilot didn't notice the collision, but damage was found.

Haye KestelooMay 28

Arapahoe County sheriff’s Deputy Jamie Foster operates a drone during a training exercise at the Arapahoe County Fairgrounds in Aurora, Colorado, on Tuesday, May 14, 2024. (Photo by Hyoung Chang/The Denver Post)

FAA

Police Drones Answering 911 Calls: The Future of Law Enforcement?

Drones to Respond to 911 Calls Imagine dialing 911 and seeing a drone at your doorstep instead of a police officer. This futuristic scenario could soon be a reality in parts of Colorado’s Front Range. Several local law enforcement agencies are exploring the idea of deploying drones as first responders to 911 calls. Even the…

Haye KestelooMay 26

Police

Malone Man’s Drone Helps Find Missing Dogs: 18 Rescued Since January

Retired Trooper Turns Drone Pilot to Save Lost Pets In Malone, New York, Chad Tavernia is using his drone to reunite families with their lost dogs. Tavernia, a retired New York State Police trooper and investigator, has reportedly successfully located 18 missing dogs since late January through his venture, North Country Drone Search & Recovery.…

Haye KestelooMay 26

Brinc

How Brinc Drones Got Funded: A $300 Million Startup Story

From Dining Room to $300 Million Valuation Brinc, a startup founded by Blake Resnick when he was just 18, creates drones designed for 911 emergencies. These drones can provide live footage of dangerous scenes and deliver essential aid like epinephrine and naloxone. The company has raised $82 million and is valued at over $300 million.…

Haye KestelooMay 25

FAA

Man Faces Jail for Flying Drone Over Hangout Fest: Here’s Why It’s Illegal

Arrest at Hangout Fest for Drone Flight A 25-year-old man from Foley, Alabama is facing jail time after flying his drone over Hangout Festival in Gulf Shores, violating local laws, reports AL.com. The arrest highlights the legal restrictions on drone flights over public beaches and event venues. Illegal Drone Flights Detective Carl Wittstruck of the…

Haye KestelooMay 25