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Drones Help NY State Buildings Meet Climate Goals Through Energy Analysis
Syracuse University’s Center of Excellence (CoE) is pioneering innovative drone-based techniques to assess building energy efficiency across New York state, according to a report from The Daily Orange. Drone Technology for Building Assessment SUNY ESF professors Shayan Mirzabeigi and Paul…
Drone Disrupts Protected Bird Colony, Forces Mass Exodus from California Park
A reckless drone incident scattered a large colony of protected white-tailed kites from their winter roost at Meadow Park in San Luis Obispo, California, according to The Tribune. Drone Incident Causes Immediate Impact On October 24, a drone flew directly…
Georgetown Police Department Secures $300K for BRINC Lemur 2 Drone Program
The Georgetown City Council has approved funding for a significant expansion of the police department’s drone program that includes the advanced BRINC Lemur 2 drone system, as reported by WKYT. Advanced Drone Technology The department’s investing in serious tech with…
NYPD Revolutionizes Emergency Response with Citywide Drone First Responder Program
In a groundbreaking move that signals a new era in urban law enforcement, the New York Police Department has launched its “Drone as First Responder” (DFR) program, deploying autonomous aerial vehicles across three boroughs. The initiative, unveiled by Mayor Eric…
DJI Mic Mini Leaked: Compact Wireless Microphone System Coming Soon
A new leak reveals DJI’s upcoming Mic Mini, a compact wireless microphone system that promises to deliver professional audio recording capabilities in an ultra-portable package. According to leaked information from drone industry insider Jasper Ellens, the DJI Mic Mini will…
Defense Giant Highlights Complex Path to Safe Drone Delivery Integration
Major questions about airspace safety and integration challenges need to be addressed before drone delivery services can fully take off, according to insights from Northrop Grumman and other key industry players in a recent comprehensive report. Complex Integration Challenges Northrop…
Turkish Combat Drone Makes History with Long-Range Missile Test
Baykar’s Akinci combat drone just pulled off something remarkable – launching supersonic ballistic missiles that hit targets nearly 100 miles away. This test, as reported by Baykar, marks a significant advancement in drone warfare capabilities. Breaking New Ground in Drone…
DEXA Secures Game-Changing BVLOS Waiver for Drone Delivery Operations
DEXA (Drone Express) just hit a major milestone in the drone delivery world. They’ve snagged a crucial FAA Part 107 BVLOS waiver in Winston-Salem, NC, setting them up to dramatically expand their delivery capabilities, according to a press release from…
Ukrainian Drone Strike Ignites Russian Oil Depot as Kyiv’s Unmanned Warfare Capabilities Show Growing Sophistication
A Ukrainian drone successfully struck an oil depot in Russia’s Belgorod Oblast on November 12, marking another significant development in Ukraine’s expanding unmanned aerial campaign. The precision strike ignited a silo near Stary Oskol, though quick response from ten fire…
NASA Invests $11.5M in Revolutionary Aircraft Studies for Sustainable Aviation Future
NASA’s taking a big step toward greener skies with a massive $11.5 million investment in five cutting-edge aircraft design studies. The project, part of their Advanced Aircraft Concepts for Environmental Sustainability (AACES) 2050 initiative, aims to revolutionize commercial aviation by…
Reading Police Launch Drone Unit to Combat Brush Fires and Enhance Public Safety
The Reading Police Department has introduced a new drone unit that’s already proving its worth in fire prevention and emergency response. The department first deployed their advanced drone on November 8 to assist Reading Fire during a brush fire incident,…
Olympic Drone Scandal: Canada Soccer’s Unauthorized Surveillance Leads to Suspensions and Reform
An independent investigation has revealed that Canada’s women’s soccer coaching staff used drones to spy on New Zealand’s practice sessions during the 2024 Paris Olympics, as reported by The Athletic. The Drone Incident In a shocking breach of sporting ethics,…
US Cities Race to Launch Air Taxi Networks Before 2026 World Cup
Major US cities are gearing up for the integration of air taxis and advanced drone technology into their urban landscapes, with Los Angeles leading the charge as it prepares to launch an urban air mobility network by the 2026 FIFA…
Bird-Friendly Drone Deliveries Take Flight in Remote Scottish Islands
A groundbreaking drone delivery trial in Scotland’s Orkney Islands has demonstrated that UAV logistics can coexist harmoniously with protected wildlife. The innovative program, conducted by Windracers, successfully tested cargo deliveries while reportedly proving minimal impact on the islands’ diverse bird…
Alaska Telecom Deploys Innovative All-Weather DJI Drone Dock for Remote Tower Inspections
In a groundbreaking move for remote infrastructure maintenance, the Cordova Telecom Cooperative (CTC) has partnered with Alaska Remote Imaging (ARI) to test a year-round drone inspection system at their Crater Lake site, according to the Cordova Times. Advanced Drone System…
Real Estate Developer Faces $270,000 FAA Fine for Harassing Unhoused People with Drones
A Pueblo real estate developer is facing substantial fines from the Federal Aviation Administration for repeatedly using drones to harass unhoused individuals. Henry “Hank” Borunda, who owns several downtown Pueblo properties including the La Bella Union Plaza, has been hit…
China Shows Off Massive Drone Mothership at Zhuhai Airshow’s First-Ever Drone Zone
China’s largest aviation showcase has taken flight in Zhuhai, featuring a dedicated drone zone for the first time in the show’s history. The star attraction? A massive drone mothership capable of unleashing swarms of smaller UAVs for both intelligence gathering…
Morningside University Introduces Drone Minor Program for Agriculture Students
Morningside University in Sioux City, Iowa, is expanding its agricultural technology curriculum by launching a new unmanned aircraft system minor program focused on drone applications in agriculture and food studies. Meeting Industry Demands With over 700,000 registered drones in the…
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