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Explore the legal aspects of drone technology. Stay informed on regulations, laws, and legal cases involving drones.
How Drones Are Revolutionizing Chick-fil-A’s Operations
Atlanta-based Chick-fil-A has introduced drone technology as part of its comprehensive approach to analyzing and improving drive-through operations. The company dispatches specialist teams to study traffic patterns and operations across its more than 3,000 restaurants, using drones to capture aerial…
Ocean County Sheriff Seeks Local Drone Control Authority as FAA Jurisdiction Questions Persist
During a Wednesday agenda session of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners, Sheriff Michael G. Mastronardy reportedly emphasized that local law enforcement agencies require tools to protect airspace above their communities. According to reporting from the Asbury Park Press, recent…
Swedish Court Sets Precedent: First-Ever Drunk Drone Operation Conviction
In a landmark case highlighting evolving drone regulations, a Swedish court has convicted a 55-year-old man of operating a drone while intoxicated, marking the country’s first such prosecution. The drunk drone incident, which occurred at a classic car event in…
Latvia Accelerates Counter-Drone Capabilities Following Riga Airport Security Breach
In a decisive response to recent drone incursions at Riga International Airport, Latvian Prime Minister Evika Siliņa has mandated a comprehensive overhaul of the nation’s drone detection and countermeasure capabilities. The directive, issued following multiple airspace violations on January 13th,…
Understanding DJI Geo Zones and Drone Flight Restrictions
Geofencing is a three-dimensional area that can restrict a drone from operating in or out of certain areas. DJI implements these as “Geo zones” – built into all their drones. While they can be tricky to navigate, Geo zones serve…
NYC Sanitation Department Plans Controversial Drone Program to Combat Illegal Dumping
New York City’s Department of Sanitation (DSNY) is exploring an innovative yet contentious drone enforcement program to address illegal dumping and enhance urban cleanliness monitoring. According to the Gothamist, the initiative would expand the city’s growing drone operations beyond current…
Red Cat Holdings Under Fire: Short-Seller Report Questions Army Contract Claims and Production Capabilities
Red Cat Holdings (NASDAQ: RCAT) faces intense scrutiny following a damaging report from short-selling firm Kerrisdale Capital that challenges the drone manufacturer’s claims about its U.S. Army contract value and production capabilities. The allegations, published on January 16, triggered an…
Super Scooper Airplane Sustains Significant Damage in DJI Mini Drone Collision Over Palisades Fire
A firefighting super scooper airplane suffered substantial damage after colliding with an unauthorized DJI Mini drone during critical operations over the Palisades Fire in Los Angeles, highlighting the escalating challenges of airspace management during emergency response operations. The incident, reported…
Drone Disruption at Ravens Playoff Game Highlights Growing Stadium Security Challenge
The Baltimore Ravens’ playoff victory against the Pittsburgh Steelers was briefly interrupted by unauthorized drone activity, marking the third such incident at M&T Bank Stadium in two years, reports The Baltimore Banner. This latest incursion highlights the growing challenges sports…
Drone Collision Grounds Critical Firefighting Aircraft in Los Angeles Wildfire Response
A Super Scooper firefighting aircraft sustained damage after colliding with a civilian drone while combating the Palisades Fire northwest of Los Angeles on Thursday, highlighting the growing dangers of unauthorized drone operations in emergency response zones. The Federal Aviation Administration…
AVSS Launches Parachute Recovery System for New DJI Matrice 4 Series
Canadian aerospace company Aerial Vehicle Safety Solutions (AVSS) has unveiled its latest safety innovation – the PRS-M4S parachute recovery system, designed specifically for DJI’s newly announced Matrice 4 Series enterprise drones. The system enables commercial operators to legally conduct flights…
New Jersey Drone Privacy Case Highlights Regulatory Gaps in Residential Areas
A civil lawsuit filed in Burlington County, New Jersey, has brought attention to the growing challenges of regulating drone operations in residential areas. The case, which stems from a December 2021 incident in Mount Laurel, involves disputed claims about drone…