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Delaware Sets New Rules For Insurance Companies Using Drone Imagery
Delaware

Delaware Sets New Rules For Insurance Companies Using Drone Imagery

Delaware’s Department of Insurance has issued new regulatory guidance governing how insurance companies can use drone-captured aerial imagery in property assessments, establishing stronger consumer protections for homeowners across the state. The regulations, outlined in Bulletin No. 150 released by Insurance Commissioner Trinidad Navarro, aim to prevent insurers from making arbitrary policy decis

Haye KestelooMar 30
Acting FAA Administrator Chris Rocheleau, NTSB Chairman Jennifer Homendy, and Army Brig. Gen. Matthew Braman appeared at a Senate hearing on Thursday. Photo courtesy of Kent Nishimura / Reuters.
Airport

Secret Service and Navy Counter-Drone Tests Trigger False Collision Warnings at Reagan National Airport

Improper counter-drone testing conducted by the Secret Service and US Navy created false collision warnings for commercial aircraft approaching Washington, DC’s Ronald Reagan National Airport on March 1, according to congressional testimony revealed on March 27. The incident raises serious safety concerns at the same airport where a fatal mid-air collision occurred between a commercial…

Haye KestelooMar 28
Thermal Drones Revolutionize Wildlife Management in Alaska’s Bear Country
Thermal Drone

Thermal Drones Revolutionize Wildlife Management in Alaska’s Bear Country

Researchers tracking Sitka black-tailed deer in Alaska’s Kodiak Archipelago have discovered that thermal drones dramatically improve wildlife capture operations while enhancing safety in bear-dense environments, according to findings published in the Wildlife Society Bulletin. Game-Changing Technology in Challenging Terrain The dense vegetation and rugged landscape of Afognak Island presented sign

Haye KestelooMar 28
Mavic 4 Pro Accessories Listed Leak. DJI Drone DJI Mavic 4 Pro - Box leaked image, LiDAR
DJI

DJI Mavic 4 PRO accessories leaked, first webshop reveals prices

Are you ready for some more leaks? Because things are about to get more and more interesting around the DJI Mavic 4 Pro. Up until now most Mavic 4 leaks were pure rumors and pictures from the drone seen in the wild. But this week webshops around the world are starting to update their listings.…

Jasper EllensMar 27
SkyPixel’s 10th Annual Contest Showcases Drone Creativity at Its Peak
SkyPixel

SkyPixel’s 10th Annual Contest Showcases Drone Creativity at Its Peak

SkyPixel’s 10th Annual Photo & Video Contest has announced its winners, revealing how far drone imagery has come since the competition’s inception in 2014. Nearly 140,000 submissions vied for over $170,000 in prizes, highlighting the growing sophistication of aerial and handheld imaging technology, according to SkyPixel’s official announcement. The contest, which has transformed from a…

Haye KestelooMar 27
FCC Launches Inquiry into GPS Alternatives as Drone Industry Highlights Positioning Technology’s Critical Role
Russia

FCC Launches Inquiry into GPS Alternatives as Drone Industry Highlights Positioning Technology’s Critical Role

The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has initiated a proceeding to explore commercial technologies that would complement the Global Positioning System (GPS), acknowledging the technology’s vulnerability to disruption despite its crucial role in America’s economic and national security infrastructure. FCC Seeks to Address GPS Vulnerabilities The FCC announced today (March 27, 2025) that it h

Haye KestelooMar 27
Flyability’s Smart Return-to-Home Ushers Elios 3 Toward Autonomous Inspections
Drone Inspection

Flyability’s Smart Return-to-Home Ushers Elios 3 Toward Autonomous Inspections

Flyability has rolled out Smart Return-to-Home (Smart RTH), a feature that promises to redefine how pilots operate the Elios 3 drone in punishing environments. Unveiled recently on Flyability’s site, this update taps into the drone’s onboard autonomy and LiDAR to calculate and execute the shortest, safest return path—without forcing pilots to retrace their steps manually.…

Haye KestelooMar 27
GoPro Anamorphic
Insta360

GoPro Anamorphic Lens Review: Actually Worth It?

This is the GoPro anamorphic lens, announced last September and finally shipping as of today, March 26, 2025. In this video, I’ll walk you through everything you need to know about this lens—from the hardware and how it works to the software side of things. I’ll also compare it to the GoPro Max Lens Mod,…

Ray DC RainmakerMar 26
DJI Mini 4K Drone Hits New Low Price at $249.99 with 16% Discount
DJI

DJI Mini 4K Drone Hits New Low Price at $249.99 with 16% Discount

The DJI Mini 4K, a compact drone that’s been making waves since its April 2024 release, is now available at a 16% discount, dropping its price to just $249.99 from the standard $299. This limited-time deal on Amazon positions the Mini 4K as one of the best value options for drone enthusiasts and beginners alike,…

Haye KestelooMar 25
Drones Prove Lifesaving Potential in Colorado Teen Rescue at Roxborough State Park
Autel Robotics

Drones Prove Lifesaving Potential in Colorado Teen Rescue at Roxborough State Park

In a striking demonstration of drone technology’s evolving role in search and rescue, a pair of teenagers lost during a hike in Colorado’s Roxborough State Park were safely guided back by a drone broadcasting their parents’ voices. The incident, reported by Douglas County Search and Rescue on March 22, 2025, underscores how drones are becoming…

Haye KestelooMar 25
# DJI Power 1000 Hits Record Low Prices: A Drone Operator’s Powerhouse at a Steal
DJI

DJI Power 1000 Hits Record Low Prices: A Drone Operator’s Powerhouse at a Steal

The DJI Power 1000, a portable power station tailored for drone enthusiasts and outdoor adventurers, is currently available at unprecedented discounts. Originally priced at $999, it’s now listed on DJI’s official site for $699—a $300 drop. Even more striking, Amazon slashes it further to $419, a whopping 58% off, making it a compelling option for…

Haye KestelooMar 25
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