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Drones, K9s, and SWAT Snag Suspect in Ohio’s Wild Sewer Chase
In Washington Township, Ohio, a stolen car chase turned into a full-on manhunt, complete with drones, K9s, and SWAT teams, ending with a soggy
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AI Drones Snag Ghost Nets on Australia’s Remote Shores
AI-powered drones are swooping over beaches to hunt down “ghost nets”—those abandoned fishing nets that choke marine life. This high-tech cleanup
Skydio
Skydio Drones Catch a Moped Thief Red-Handed in NYC
the Skydio drone—likely an X10 with its killer zoom and night vision—cruising over Brooklyn’s urban jungle. The pilot’s scanning the feed, and boom
Police
Drones Prove Vital in Locating Missing American Hiker’s Body in Pyrenees
Rescuers in Spain have located the body of Cole Henderson, a 27-year-old American hiker missing since early July, with drones playing a central role in scanning the rugged terrain of Monte Perdido. This discovery underscores the growing importance of unmanned aerial vehicles in search and rescue operations, enabling access to areas too hazardous for ground…
DJI
Drones Buzz Utah Skies to Zap Mosquitoes and West Nile Virus
Utah’s got drones fighting a different kind of battle—one against those bloodsucking pests we all hate: mosquitoes. In Salt Lake City, the Mosquito
DJI
Police Drones Nab Airbnb Burglars in Portland Sting
Drones aren’t just for epic aerial shots anymore, fellas. In Southeast Portland, the cops are using these high-flying gadgets to bust criminals, and
Amazon
Army Launches “Drone Amazon” for Soldiers: Civvy Tech Hits Front Lines!
Attention, drone pilots! Ever waited weeks for that shiny new gimbal or battery? Now imagine if Uncle Sam needed your Mavic for an army mission
DJI
DJI Osmo 360 vs Insta360 X5 Comparison
Good day, folks. Shawn here from Air Photography. So, in today’s video, we’re going to be comparing the new DJI Osmo 360 against the Insta360 X5. Now, this is not going to be an overly technical video. I don’t want to come across like I’m a 360 expert, because I’m definitely not. When it comes…
DJI
Hasselblad X2D II Set for August 26 Launch with DJI LiDAR Autofocus Boost
Rumors point to Hasselblad unveiling its X2D II medium-format camera on August 26, 2025, featuring integrated LiDAR technology borrowed from DJI’s Ronin RS4 Pro gimbal to tackle longstanding autofocus challenges in the segment. This development promises faster, more reliable focusing, even in dim conditions, drawing from DJI’s expertise in drone and stabilization systems. LiDAR Integration…
Draganfly
Draganfly Border Drones Fly 7 Hours, Lift 200 Lbs, & Scan Heartbeats for Southern Arizona Sheriff’s Office
drone pilots! Raise your hand if you’ve ever cursed that blinking battery icon just as the perfect light hits. Now, imagine your drone not just sipping juice
Technology
Military Clears Lifesaving Parachute Tech for Heavy Drones (Finally!)
For those of us flying heavier rigs beyond our trusty drone, the thought of a catastrophic failure isn't just scary; it’s a wallet-wincing, gut-dropping
FPV
ANALOG in 2025? iFlight Skyviz FPV Goggles: NOT What I Expected!
So recently, iFlight came out with the SkyViz goggles. Analog goggles for FPV pilots, and in 2025, coming out with analog goggles seems interesting. When they asked me whether I wanted to review them, I had to say yes. Because not only is it something new, but it’s actually something very old. It’s new for…
Reviews
Boya Magic – Transforming Wireless Mic
Good day, folks. Shawn here from Air Photography. So in today’s video, I have the Boya Magic microphone system for you. I know I’ve done quite a few microphones over the last couple of weeks, but this one is actually really interesting. This is a transformable wireless microphone system that can be used in many…
DJI
Fixing the DJI Mavic 4 Pro’s Biggest Flaw
The DJI Mavic 4 Pro has a problem. Fortunately, I found a solution. But first, check out these two frames here. What do you notice that’s different about these two frames? What if I showed you these two frames? What do you notice that’s different about these two frames here? What’s the difference between those…
DJI
Woodward High School’s New Drone Program: Soaring to New Heights with UAS Training
Woodward High School in Oklahoma is launching a game-changing aviation program that’s got our rotors spinning with excitement. Starting this
Europe
Myanmar’s Deadly Drones Get European Boost – Anti-Jamming Scandal Sparks Sanctions Fury
Imagine the chaos if hobby drones turned deadly: That’s Myanmar’s reality, where European modules protect junta UAVs from interference – dive into the findings that have experts demanding action now. Myanmar’s military junta has integrated advanced European-made anti-jamming technology into its drones, enabling more resilient operations amid ongoing conflicts, according to a new report by…
North Dakota
North Dakota’s Drone Delivery Breakthrough: Medical Supplies Soar 80 Miles in 35 Minutes
drone delivery that’s rewriting rural healthcare! In a landmark trial, a Supervolo drone zipped medical supplies 80 miles from Williston to Watford City
Amazon
Dublin 15’s Drone Debate: Manna’s Deliveries Spark Mix of Cheers and Jeers
Drone Action D15, a local group, is rallying against Manna Drones’ fast-food delivery service, backed by Deliveroo, which residents say is
Legal
Ann Arbor’s Drone Policy Takes Flight: Balancing Innovation and Privacy
Ann Arbor is about to set the skies straight with a new municipal drone policy! The City Council is poised to greenlight rules for how city officials
Wildlife
NY DEC Drones Soar to Save Wildlife: Tracking Mallards and Bats with High-Tech Flair
The DEC is deploying drones to monitor declining wildlife populations, focusing on mallard ducks and little brown bats, two species hit hard
Weaponized drones
BAE’s TRV-150 Drone Fires Missiles in Breakthrough US Trials: A Game-Changer for Combat Drones
This isn’t your average delivery drone—it’s a modified logistics platform turned battlefield beast, launching BAE’s APKWS laser-guided rockets.
DJI
Part 108 NPRM, Update on Drone Collision in TX, and Major Leaks on DJI Mini 5 Pro
Welcome to Your Weekly UAS News Update. We have three stories for you this week. The FAA has finally unveiled its proposed rule for beyond visual line of sight operations. Also, we have an update on a story about a drone collision in Kerrville, Texas. And lastly, we have some major leaks on the DJI…
Drone Research
Drones Uncover WWII Bombs Hidden in Ottawa’s Mer Bleue Bog: A Surprising Find
DroneXL fans, because Ottawa’s Mer Bleue Bog just revealed a explosive secret! Carleton University grad students used drones to uncover over 17
Skydio
DJI Drone Ban Looms: Chinese Manufacturer Battles US Security Scrutiny and Lobbying Hurdles
DJI Technologies, the dominant player in the US commercial drone market, faces a potential ban on its products by year’s end unless it clears national security audits, but the drone maker says that its attempts to engage Washington officials are met with silence, reports Bloomberg. Security Audits and Regulatory Deadline Congress included a provision in…
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