Legal
Explore the legal aspects of drone technology. Stay informed on regulations, laws, and legal cases involving drones.
Drone Possession Leads to Lifetime Prison Sentence: The Story of Myanmar Filmmaker Shin Daewe
Unjust Incarceration: Shin Daewe’s Battle Against Oppression In a striking example of the ongoing human rights abuses in Myanmar, documentary filmmaker Shin Daewe has been condemned to a lifetime in prison for possessing a drone, reports Variety. This alarming sentence…
Navigating the Skies: FAA’s B4UFLY Service Enhances Drone Flying for Hobbyists
Understanding the Do’s and Don’ts of Recreational Drone Flight As the popularity of drone flying continues to soar, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) re-introduces an essential tool for recreational drone flyers. Starting February 1, 2024, the FAA’s B4UFLY service is…
The Battle Over the Skies: Exposing Texas’ Hidden Environmental Crisis
Sarah Stogner’s Defiance Against No-Fly Zones to Uncover Texas’ Toxic Threats A Flight for Transparency In the vast expanses of Texas, a conflict is unfolding not on the ground, but in the air. Sarah Stogner, an energy attorney and licensed…
Cranston Man Faces Child Molestation Charges After Drone Spying Incident
Disturbing Revelations in Cranston: From Drone Spying to Child Molestation A shocking turn of events has unfolded in Cranston, Rhode Island, where a man previously caught using a drone for spying has now been charged with child molestation. READ MORE:…
Protecting Our Feathered Friends: The Impact of Drones on Urban Wildlife
A Call for Responsible Drone Use In the heart of Chicago, a disturbing trend threatens the well-being of local wildlife, particularly owls. A recent incident involving a drone scaring away a great horned owl in Lincoln Park has highlighted the…
Mexican Soldiers Uncover Drone Bomb-Making Factory and Narcotics Lab
Discovery of a Dangerous Drone Bomb-making Workshop In a significant operation, Mexican soldiers and police uncovered a small factory used for manufacturing drone bomb-making equipment in the western state of Michoacan. This discovery, announced late Wednesday, highlights the ongoing challenges…
Chula Vista’s Drone Footage Dispute Heads to California Supreme Court
A Legal Tug-of-War Over Police Drone Footage In a significant development in the legal world, the city of Chula Vista has escalated a dispute over the release of police drone footage to the California Supreme Court. This move comes after…
FBI and CISA Warn Chinese Drones Are Threat and Compromise U.S. Security
A Warning from the FBI and CISA In a recent warning, the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) and the Cybersecurity and Infrastructure Security Agency (CISA) have raised alarms over the national security threats posed by Chinese-made drones. READ DJI’S RESPONSE:…
Gunshot in Applegate Leads to Swift Police and Drone Action
Incident in a Quiet Town The peaceful routine of Applegate, Michigan was disrupted on Monday, Jan. 8, following reports of a gunshot. The incident led to a significant response, which included a surveillance drone from the Sanilac County Sheriff Department,…
Drone Misuse Leads to Arrests Near Washington State Prison
In a significant crackdown on illegal activities, three individuals were arrested in Jefferson County on December 29 for attempting to use a drone to transport contraband into Washington State Prison. This incident, dubbed “Operation Flight Canceled,” underscores the growing challenges…
Drone News: Autel Alpha, FlyCart 30, KY Bill on Drones, Walmart Adds Wing, and Drone Surveillance.
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…
Bold Attempt to Smuggle Contraband into DeKalb Jail with Swellpro Drone Foiled
A Suspicious Van Leads to a Surprising Discovery In a surprising turn of events, two women, Kyrenda Carter, 27, and Porchae Wade, 36, were apprehended this past weekend for attempting to smuggle various illegal items into the DeKalb County jail…