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PSI Testing Troubles, Pearland BVLOS, Bengals Man Guilty, Cell Phone Drone Rescue
This week in drone News, we have four stories for you. PSI issues are resulting in flight training protests, the Pearland BVLOS waiver – that's a cool story, a Bengals game man pleads guilty, and finally, a rescue that used…
Petition for DJI to Update Phantom 4 Pro V2 to be Remote ID Compliant
I spoke with DJI, including with a supervisor in communication with engineering, and was told now that the Phantom 4 Pro V2 would NOT be updated with Remote ID, despite previous assurances it would be. The Mavic Pro Platinum, which…
The PERFECT FPV Setup? This is What I Recommend!
You've seen me do a lot of reviews on pre-built drones that you can buy from the store. They come to you, and you only need to bind them to your remote controller. Then, you're good to go and can…
Auterion Enhances ISR Operations with Increased Autonomy and User-Friendly Features
Auterion has unveiled new updates to AuterionOS and Auterion Mission Control, significantly improving Intelligence, Surveillance, and Reconnaissance (ISR) operations by enhancing situational awareness and reducing the workload for in-field operators. The full integration of NextVision cameras expands Auterion's range of…
Heron AirBridge Joins Inmarsat's Velaris Partner Network to Boost Drone Management in Urban Areas
Heron AirBridge has announced a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to join Inmarsat's Velaris Partner Network (VPN) to develop regulatory and operational frameworks and technologies for safe drone management in urban environments and complex airspaces. The MoU was signed at Drone…
New DJI Mini 2 SE Drone available for $339 starting today!
DJI, the global leader in consumer drones, has launched its newest mini drone, the DJI Mini 2 SE, which is now available for purchase. Priced at $339, the DJI Mini 2 SE can be bought from the official DJI online…
How The DJI Mavic 3 Has Evolved – All The New Features Since Launch
Good day, folks! Shawn here from Air Photography. Last week, I did a video going over the evolution of the Mini 3, covering all the new features and changes that have been added to it since it was released. In…
Zipline Unveils Next-Gen Platform 2 Drone to Boost Aerial Delivery for Millions
Drone delivery pioneer, Zipline, revealed its latest aircraft, Platform 2, on Wednesday. Platform 2 combines fixed-wing flight with hovering propellers, allowing a small “droid” to lower packages from 330 feet onto driveways, sidewalks, or other open areas. Since 2016, the…
6 Common Mistakes New Drone Pilots Make + Bonus Money Saving Tip!
As of just a couple of weeks ago, I've been flying drones for six years now, and over that time, I have learned quite a bit. I hope that you have as well by watching my channel here. One of…
LightCut – DJI's Officially Recommended Video Editor
Good day, folks! Shawn here from Air Photography. In today's video, we're going to be taking a look at some free video editing software from DJI called LightCut. Now, this editing software is unique because it is DJI's officially recommended…
DJI Inspire 2 Drone Strikes Actor During Film Shoot
An actor sustained a minor head injury after being hit by a DJI Inspire 2 drone while filming in Morlais Quarry, Merthyr Tydfil, South Wales, on July 19, 2022, according to an Air Accident Investigation Branch (AAIB) report. The drone…
Special Forces Boost Tactical Advantage in Ukraine with Intensive Drone Training
In the dense forests of northern Ukraine, where visibility is limited, U.S. Marine veteran Dakota Mendenhall and two other foreign special forces fighters found a significant tactical advantage: Drone Technology. After embedding with Ukrainian troops, the group recently participated in…
US Drone Collision with Russian Jet Ignites Diplomatic Turmoil
Tensions between the US and Russia escalated on Tuesday after a Russian fighter jet harassed and subsequently collided with a US surveillance drone over the Black Sea, causing the uncrewed aircraft to crash in the water. The Drone Collision has…
Two Men Plead Guilty to Drone-Related Offenses Over Reds' and Bengals' Stadiums
Travis Lenhoff, a 38-year-old man from Northern Kentucky, found himself facing federal charges after he sent a drone up to capture a photo of himself and his friends at the Moerlein Lager House near Great American Ballpark on Opening Day…
After drone delivery failed emergency crews deliver medication door to door
After massive snowstorms that have rendered the area inaccessible for 12 to 14 days, emergency crews from San Diego and Escondido have been dispatched to the San Bernardino Mountains to deliver medications to senior citizens and disabled residents who have…
Japan Post to deliver regular mail by drone
Japan Post, the country's postal service, is one step closer to making letter Delivery by Drone a reality. The postal service partnered with local drone manufacturer ACSL in December 2022 to develop a drone with level four autonomy and a…
Amazon's Drone Business Struggles with FAA Drone Regulations and Weak Demand
Amazon's drone delivery service, Prime Air, has been in the works for a decade, but the company is still struggling with drone regulations and weak demand. Despite its recent launch in two small test markets, Amazon has a long way…
DJI Inspire 3 foldable props shown in newly leaked photos
Long-term DJI leaker, DealsDrone just shared these newly leaked photos on Twitter, showing the foldable propellers for the DJI Inspire 3. The DJI Inspire 3 is rumored to be announced in April this year and will replace the DJI Inspire…
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