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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…
Felon Shoots Down Sheriff’s Drone, Faces a Decade Behind Bars
Straight out of a modern crime drama, a 29-time convicted felon took aim at a Lake County Sheriff’s Office police drone, bringing it down with a fiery crash. Now, he faces the potential of 10 years in prison for his…
Bird or Drone? Introducing the Silent Flyer Drone
Picture this: a seagull gracefully gliding across the sky, seamlessly blending with its avian counterparts. But wait, that’s no bird – it’s the groundbreaking Silent Flyer drone! Unveiled recently at the DroneX Expo in London, this exceptional device is set…
Remote ID – FAA & Pilot Institute Live Stream
00:00:00 – Kevin (FAA): Here we go. It’s 5 p. m. Eastern Time, 4 o’clock Central, and we have gathered some of the greatest minds here this evening to talk about Remote ID. I’m lucky enough to be joined by…
Man’s Drone Antics with Bear Leads to Controversy at Great Smoky Mountains National Park
In a recent incident at Great Smoky Mountains National Park, a man brazenly used a drone to harass a black bear out of a tree. This action violated not one, but two laws, as drones and other unmanned aircraft are…
Drone Close Call: Skepticism Surrounds BA Pilot’s Report
How close is too close when it comes to drones and commercial flights? An alarming drone incident involving a British Airways jet over London raises eyebrows and questions about the accuracy of the pilot’s account. On May 14, a British…
Drone Disruption: Unplanned Aerial Guest Changes NFL Game Rules
In a world where drones are becoming an integral part of our daily lives, the 2022 Bengals-Raiders Wildcard game witnessed a disruption that took the NFL by surprise. On a chilly January day, PayCor Stadium became the epicenter of a…
Michael Whitaker: Biden’s New FAA Choice
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…
DJI Drone Drug Smuggling Attempt Thwarted in Jordan
Jordanian Authorities Shoot Down DJI Drone Carrying Crystal Meth On Monday, Jordan’s vigilant authorities swiftly shot down a DJI drone attempting to smuggle drugs over its eastern borders. This marks the fourth time such an incident has occurred in a…
Manx Grand Prix Incident: Drone Enthusiast Faces Hefty Fine
During the high-octane events of the Manx Grand Prix, a motorcycle fan got a hefty fine for operating a drone where it shouldn’t have been. Thomas Rudd, a 25-year-old, faced a £3,000 ($3,788) penalty for flying his device near the…