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The Myth of the “One Drone That Does It All” and Other Lies I Tell Myself

So, let’s start with the big lie: the drone that does it all. As you recall, in my articles I’ve told you that most of my drones are stabilized ones: Mavics

Rafael SuárezMay 27

Ukraine

Ukraine’s Drone Innovations Reshape Modern Warfare, Inspire NATO

Ukraine’s rapid advancements in drone technology have transformed the battlefield, positioning the country as a global leader in unmanned systems. Since Russia’s invasion escalated in February 2022, Ukraine’s military has leveraged its tech sector to deploy drones that dominate land, sea, and air operations, offering lessons for NATO and reshaping military strategies worldwide, according to…

Haye KestelooMay 20

Education

The Wisdom of Knowing When Not to Fly your Drone: Sometimes the Best Shot Is No Shot at All

Today I wanted to talk about a very important spider-sense that some of us develop with time, others with accidents, and others with age: drones

Rafael SuárezMay 16

DJI

How to Explain to Your Partner That You NEED Another Drone: A Relationship Survival Guide

Hello fellow drone pilots! I hope this article finds you seated and in good spirits. Let’s start at the beginning. As I write this article, a live DJ Tiësto set from 2003 plays through my headphones. I don’t know if you’re my contemporary, but something makes me believe you are. Or at least I hope…

Rafael SuárezMay 11

Ukraine

Ukrainian Drone Hero Survives Assassination Attempt, Exposing Russian Threats

On May 1, 2025, Ukrainian activist and drone fundraiser Serhii Sternenko narrowly escaped death in a targeted shooting in Kyiv, a bold assassination attempt thwarted by the Ukrainian Security Service (SBU). The attack, linked to Russian intelligence, underscores the high stakes for volunteers fueling Ukraine’s drone-powered defense against Moscow’s aggression. Ukrainska Pravda reported the suspect

Haye KestelooMay 1

Ukraine

Latvia Bolsters Ukraine with 1,500 Combat Drones in €2B International Push

On April 29, 2025, Latvia delivered a fresh batch of 1,500 combat drones to Ukraine, a crucial step in a 12,000-unit commitment by Latvian manufacturers under the international drone coalition, as reported by Euromaidan Press. This shipment, part of a broader €2 billion ($2.1 billion) effort, underscores the growing role of unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs)…

Haye KestelooApr 29

Reviews

iFlight CineFlow 5 FPV Drone Review – SERIOUSLY IMPRESSIVE!

This is the iFlight CineFlow 5, and today I’ll tell you all about it. Get ready for some excitement as we explore this drone’s features and performance. Design and Features The CineFlow 5 is a 5-inch freestyle/cinematic drone equipped with the O4 Air Unit Pro, positioned at the front for optimal cooling. It includes an…

Mikhail SvilanovApr 24

Ukraine

Fiber-Optic Drones Redefine Warfare in Ukraine, Challenging Defenses

In Ukraine’s evolving battlefield, fiber-optic kamikaze drones are emerging as a formidable weapon, capable of bypassing electronic jamming and striking targets with unprecedented precision. The Guardian reports that these wired first-person-view (FPV) drones, trailing 10-20 kilometers (6-12 miles) of fiber-optic cable, are reshaping military tactics and prompting urgent countermeasures. A New Bre

Haye KestelooApr 23

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