Washington state drone news: regulations, industry developments, innovative uses, events, and the impact on businesses and communities in the state.
The American Security Drone Act of 2023 (ASDA), part of the National Defense Authorization Act, has ignited debate over the use of Chinese-made drones in America. The Act restricts these drones, citing cybersecurity concerns. However, industry voices like Vic Moss,…
Welcome to the weekly UAS news update. We have five stories for you this week. The Autel Alpha has hit the FCC database, DJI FlyCart 30 is being released outside of China, we have a Kentucky bill that could limit…
Innovative Use of Drones in Law Enforcement In a remarkable demonstration of technology aiding law enforcement, Montgomery County Police successfully utilized a drone to apprehend two suspects involved in a theft at a Silver Spring grocery store. The incident, which…
A Rare Glimpse of Marine Majesty On January 1, 2024, drone enthusiast David Cope captured stunning footage of a juvenile humpback whale, identified as CRC-20899, near Point Defiance, Washington. This rare visual treat showcases the majestic creature in its natural…
A New Horizon for Drone Regulations The Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Industry is facing a transformative period following the signing of the 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) by President Biden on December 22, 2023. This legislation, encompassing a wide…
Thermal Drone and K9 Collaboration in Suspect Apprehension The Washington County Sheriff’s Office in Tennessee successfully apprehended a rape suspect, Jason Harmon, 42, of Kingsport, through the combined efforts of a thermal drone and K9 unit. The arrest, which occurred…
A Brazen Act of Irresponsibility The FPV drone community is in uproar following a highly irresponsible act by a Canadian drone pilot, Adrien Salv. Salv recently flew his FPV drone at the National Mall in Washington, D.C., performing a dive…
Growing Security Concerns Over U.S. Tech in DJI Drones A coalition of 15 Republican legislators has urged the Pentagon to deny export licenses for American components used in drones manufactured by DJI, the Chinese drone behemoth. This move, highlighted in…
Pentagon’s Strategic Shift: Building a Drone Army to Counter China In a significant move to counter China‘s market dominance in drones, the Pentagon is planning a massive procurement of “thousands” of low-cost U.S.-made drones within the next two years. This…
Nous sommes sur le point de nous asseoir avec Adam Welsh, responsable de la politique mondiale de DJI, pour lui demander son avis sur l'industrie des drones, mais surtout pour discuter de DJI et de la direction qu'elle prend en tant qu'entreprise dans...
Lors d'un incident récent dans le parc national des Great Smoky Mountains, un homme a effrontément utilisé un drone pour harceler un ours noir en le faisant descendre d'un arbre. Cette action a violé non pas une, mais deux lois, car les drones et autres aéronefs sans pilote sont...
Are Concerns Over Autel Robotics Drones Just Another Echo of Ongoing Suspicions? Remember when Shenzhen DJI Sciences and Technologies Ltd., aka DJI, dominated headlines as a supposed “threat”? They’ve been a fixture in every electronics store, representing the People’s Republic…
In a fresh move to bolster aviation leadership, President Joe Biden has put forward Michael Whitaker as his choice to head the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). This announcement came on Thursday, directly from the White House. Whitaker’s Aviation Background No…
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.…
Washington state Firefighters are at their wits’ end. Drones, flown by curious onlookers, are hovering over wildfires, making their challenging job even more difficult. The Washington State Department of Natural Resources (DNR) expressed its frustration with the public through a…
In a recent brush with danger, a helicopter battling the Barth Fire in Caldwell County came perilously close to a drone. This alarming near-miss prompted an urgent plea from the Texas A&M Forest Service. On Tuesday, officials revealed that while…
Le fondateur de MyPillow, Mike Lindell, n'est pas étranger au fait de faire la une des journaux, et il l'a encore fait. Jeudi, lors d'un événement qui a attiré l'attention, Lindell a présenté sa nouvelle idée pour lutter contre la fraude électorale présumée - une initiative qui pourrait...
The US is urging Iran to cease its sale of armed drones and related parts to Russia, particularly as these are being deployed in the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. This request is part of broader, unwritten discussions between Washington and…
Taking a major leap in the Drone Technology realm, StrixDrones, based in Washington Township, Ohio., has successfully launched its game-changing invention, DroneDock. Coined as the first “drone Airport,” DroneDock harnesses an ingenious smart system that gives drones a sanctuary to…
Well, they are trying to ban your DJI drones again, and this time it’s a little more concerning. They claim it’s in the name of National Security, but I think I have actually figured out why they are pushing even…
As darkness enveloped the landscape, Dusty Kavitz was closely watching a fire without flames. Based out of Buffalo, Kavitz serves the U.S. Forest Service and has played an integral part in the battle against the notorious Dixie fire, one of…
Today, Archer Aviation, an Air Taxi manufacturer, announced the appointment of former Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) acting administrator Billy Nolen as their new Chief Safety Officer. This noteworthy addition to their team underlines the company’s commitment to safety as they…
On Thursday, the US Department of Transportation announced that Deputy Secretary Polly Trottenberg will take on the role of acting head of the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). The decision is effective immediately, placing her in the seat vacated by Billy…
A grim orange haze, the result of raging wildfires in Canada, descended upon the east coast of the United States, turning the air quality in major cities like New York, Boston, Philadelphia, and Washington D.C., hazardous. The eerie phenomenon has…
Les autorités américaines déploient des drones de fabrication chinoise en grand nombre, suscitant l'ire du sénateur Marco Rubio. Selon la documentation de la loi sur la liberté de l'information (FOIA), les gouvernements des États et les services de police locaux de la côte est des États-Unis acquièrent et exploitent...
In the nick of time for the fire season, local fire departments have welcomed a new ally to their ranks: high-tech drones. When a blaze devoured 40 acres of land by the Virgin River in Washington City, Utah on May…
The launch of Zipline's drone-based pizza delivery service, in partnership with Pagliacci Pizza, is a milestone in the application of drone technology in consumer services. This innovative venture illuminates the vast potential of drone technology in the food industry and underlines Zipline's dedication to environmental sustainability. The development and deployment of Zipline's new drone system, Platform 2 Zips, have been facilitated by the company's collaborative work with the FAA to ensure safe and effective integration of drone services into everyday life.
Une nouvelle loi de l'Arkansas, la loi 525 de 2023, interdit aux forces de l'ordre d'acheter de petits drones à des "entités étrangères couvertes", telles que les drones DJI, à partir de 2027. Selon la loi 525 de 2023, une "entité étrangère couverte" est définie comme...
We have three stories for you in this week’s drone news updates. The first one is the FAA acting administrator is out, the Mavic 3 Pro was released, and then Sony announced some upgrades to its Airpeak. Let’s get to…
So, the title of this video, “Florida is Banning DJI Drones,” is partially true. Essentially, they are banning the use of DJI and Autel Robotics drones, along with any Chinese-related drones, for law enforcement and any state agency. Now, why…
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