Skydio X10 Hands On First Look – A Huge Upgrade
So, this doesn’t seem too bad of a spot to film, so why don’t we cut right to it: Skydio X10. That is the new drone that we were introduced to today here at the Ascend event, and it is…
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Skydio X10: Revolutionizing Drones for Critical Industries
Skydio introduces the X10 drone. Supposedly a game-changer for first responders, infrastructure operators, and the military
New Jersey Businessman’s Dye-Dropping Drone Stunt Shocks Locals
Imagine wanting to dive into a refreshing pool, only to find it’s turned neon green! That’s what happened at the Quality Inn in Galloway Township and a few other places in New Jersey this summer. The culprit? A drone dropping…
Parrot Anafi USA First Flight and Impressions – Small But Mighty
Hey there, folks! I’m Billy Kyle, and today I’m stoked to share my first flight experience with the Parrot Anafi USA drone, a sleek piece of tech designed and made right here in the good ol’ U.S. of A. This…
AI-Powered FPV Drone Outpaces Human Racers
The field of Artificial Intelligence (AI) is showcasing its prowess, with robots besting humans in increasingly complex tasks. A groundbreaking example emerged from the University of Zurich, where engineers unveiled an AI-driven drone, named “Swift“, that dominated human opponents in…
DJI Drones Soar into Grand Rapids Police Strategy
Grand Rapids, Michigan is gearing up to introduce Police Drones this September. On Tuesday morning, August 22, the City Commission’s fiscal committee unanimously gave the nod for an approximately $100,000 purchase, accounting for eight DJI drones for law enforcement purposes.…
Heroic Drone Rescues Missing Toddler in Vermont
In northern Vermont, a 2-year-old boy went missing, sparking immediate concern. The child disappeared from Creager Road in Montgomery on Monday night. His worried family believed he “had walked away from their home and possibly gone into the woods,” initiating…
Heroes with Drones: The Dedicated Volunteers Rescuing Lost Dogs
When Boycie, the old tyme bulldog, leapt over a fence, spooked by a passing hot air balloon, his worried owner Ralph Slaney exclaimed, “You don’t realise what you’ve got ’till it’s gone.” Yet, thanks to an extraordinary team of volunteers,…
Chinese-made Drones to the Rescue: Protecting New York Beachgoers from Sharks
Sharks and beachgoers usually don’t mix well. Off Long Island’s coast, warmer waters have lured increasing numbers of bait fish, attracting sharks in pursuit. While great for marine ecology, it’s nerve-wracking for swimmers, surfers, and sunbathers. But at Jones Beach,…
Drones Redefine Emergency Response in Northern Ontario
Drones are steadily becoming a crucial part of the toolkit for emergency services in Northern Ontario, promising safer and more efficient operations. The Greater Sudbury Police Services (GSPS) has been capitalizing on these benefits since 2020, and they’re eager to…
Public Safety Drone News: LEDA Conference, Autel Drop System, Hardin County Sheriff Highlight
Welcome to this week’s Unmanned Tactical Group and Pilot Institute’s Public Safety UAS News Update. This week, we’re going to talk about the Law Enforcement Drone Association’s training conference, which just wrapped up in Nashville. We’re also going to discuss…
DJI Mavic 2 Drone Plays Crucial Role in Yellowstone River Rescue Operation
In a remarkable demonstration of teamwork and technological prowess, emergency services in Billings, Montana, combined forces for an effective multi-agency water rescue operation on July 9, 2023. Responding to a distress call from the Yellowstone River, the emergency teams ensured…