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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…
NYPD’s Drone Usage Soars: A Closer Look at the Sky-High Surveillance
Skyward Shift: The Dramatic Evolution of NYPD’s Drone Operations Across New York’s Boroughs In the dynamic skyline of New York City, a quiet yet profound transformation is taking place. Far above the bustling streets, Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), more commonly…
5 Drone Winter Flying Tips To Survive The Cold Weather
As colder temperatures and the season of ice and snow approach, well, actually, it’s already here; it’s not approaching anymore—it came in full force. You guys, I’m not ready for this. We’ve already got 12 inches of snow, and it’s…
Drone Drama: Florida Man Faces 10 Years for Shooting Down Sheriff’s Drone
In a recent event that has garnered attention, Wendell Goney, 50, from Eustis, Florida, found himself under arrest. His crime? Shooting down a Lake County Sheriff’s Office drone that was in active duty, investigating a potential burglary. On that fateful…
Soaring Above Limits: The DJI Mini 4 Pro Altitude Unlock
Navigating New Heights: Unshackling the DJI Mini 4 Pro from the 120m Altitude Limit In recent years, drone technology has soared to new heights, bringing with it a basket of regulatory challenges. One such hurdle is the 120-meter altitude restriction…
Texas Drone Law Reversed, New FAA Admin Confirmed, and the Largest Foam Quadcopter!
Welcome to the Weekly UAS News Update. This is the Halloween edition, as you can probably tell. We have three stories for you this week: a Texas drone law decision has been reversed, which is a big deal; a new…
Reversal of Texas Drone Law Decision Raises Concerns for Journalists
In a significant turn of events on October 23, 2023, the Fifth Circuit Court of Appeals made a ruling that upholds the constitutionality of the Texas drone law, contrary to a previous decision. This reversal has sparked concerns among the…
Drones Make Waves at Bordeaux-Mérignac Airport in France
Photographers gathered in anticipation on the morning of October 12. In a remarkable scene, a drone flew prominently, with an airplane taking off in the background. But this wasn’t a mere coincidence. It was the grand finale of the European…
Drone Debate Ignites Privacy Concerns in Michigan
Michigan finds itself amidst a riveting debate: should officials need a warrant to surveil residents’ properties using drones? This question buzzed into the state’s highest court, where justices grappled with the implications of drone technology on privacy rights. A Backyard…