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Drone News: Air Aware App, Stopping DJI Exports, PrecisionHawk Down, FAA Reauth, & Firmware Updates
Welcome to your weekly drone news update, Christmas edition. We have five stories this week where Air Aware was released. We have legislators urging the Pentagon to deny export licenses for DJI – that’s a troublesome one. Precision Hawk shuts…
A Disturbing Trend: Pueblo Man’s Drone Videos Spark Outrage and Investigation
Exploitation of the Homeless for Online Laughs Draws Condemnation In Pueblo, Colorado, a disturbing series of events has unfolded as Henry “Hank” Borunda, a local developer with significant property holdings, has been accused of using a drone to film and…
Urgent Warning: U.S. Susceptible to Drone Strikes
Sky High Risk: U.S. Open to Drone Attacks In an alarming revelation, a recent Wall Street Journal article highlights a critical vulnerability in the United States’ defense system: the nation is unprepared to counter drone terror attacks. Given the inventive…
Finnish Operation Uncovers Illegal DJI Drone Exports to Russia
Helsinki Exposes Hidden DJI Drone Exports to Russia In a major crackdown on illicit trade, Finnish authorities have uncovered an extensive operation involving the illegal export of thousands of mostly DJI drones to Russia, circumventing the European Union and US-imposed…
BA Boeing 787 Dreamliner Close Call: Was It Really a Drone?
High-Flying Mystery: Was Windsor’s Near-Miss Really a Drone? In a startling incident above Windsor, a British Airways jet narrowly avoided what appeared to be a drone, sparking concerns over airspace safety. However, the legitimacy of this encounter, considering the alleged…
Drone Disruptions: Elevated Concerns at Ravens Games
Security Risks as Drones Invade NFL Airspace at M&T Bank Stadium In a startling breach of security, the airspace above M&T Bank Stadium in Baltimore witnessed an unprecedented eight drone violations during November, disrupting the Baltimore Ravens’ NFL games. This…
FAA’s “12 Days of Drones” Campaign: A Holiday Guide to Safe Drone Flying
Educational Initiative Aims to Enhance Drone Safety Awareness During the Festive Season As drones increasingly become popular gifts during the holiday season, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is stepping up to ensure that these high-tech toys are used responsibly and…
Autel Drones: Security Threat or Political Pawn?
Autel Robotics Responds to US Lawmakers’ Probe Demand Autel Robotics, a Chinese drone manufacturer, is at the center of a controversy following demands by a bipartisan group of 11 US House lawmakers for an investigation into its alleged ties with…
Drone News: Air 3 & Mini 4 DOC, Percepto Drone Swarm Waiver, Defibrillator Drones, and Texas Zoning
John McBride: Welcome to your weekly UAS Newsy updatey thing. Apparently we have a lot of drone stuff to talk about. I have no idea what we’re talking about, but let me go get the guy. Greg: John, are you…
DJI Shifts Focus to Android, Leaving Apple App Developers in Limbo
DJI Abandons iOS App Developers, Switch to Android! In a surprising move, drone giant DJI has officially announced that it will no longer support third-party app development for Apple devices. Instead, the company is urging businesses and developers to make…
Drone Terror: New Age in Mexican Drug Cartel Warfare
The use of drones by Mexican drug cartels marks a significant evolution in the tactics of drug warfare, showcasing the changing landscape of conflict and the role of technology. This transformation is driven by the development of cheaper drone technology…
Aerial Recklessness: Laguna Beach Man’s Drone Antics Lead to Probation Sentence
Reckless Drone Flights Lead to Probation for Laguna Beach Man In a follow-up to the previously reported case that highlights the dangers of irresponsible drone usage, Alexander Milinovic, a 62-year-old Laguna Beach resident, faced legal repercussions for his perilous drone…