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Black Hornet 3 Unleashed: US Army Adopts Nano-Drone for Covert Battlefield Insights
Nano-Drone news: The U.S. Army’s 1st Infantry Division, fondly known as the “Big Red One,” recently took to Twitter to show off their latest gadget
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GHOST Drone: General Atomics’ Advanced Leap in Unmanned Aerial Technology
The GHOST drone introduces significant advancements in UAS design, starting with its hybrid-electric propulsion system. This technology combines
DJI
DJI Flip’s Dolly Zoom: A Cinematic Game-Changer for Creators
The dolly zoom is pure cinematic magic. First popularized by Alfred Hitchcock in 1958’s Vertigo, this technique creates a disorienting, perspective-warping effect by zooming in while dollying out (or vice versa), keeping the subject steady while the background stretches or compresses. The Dolly Zoom: Hitchcock’s Legacy Takes Flight I still remember watching the famous stairwell…
Department of Transportation
NV5 Secures $10M Drone Mapping Contract to Boost North Carolina Infrastructure
NV5, a leader in tech-enabled engineering solutions, has landed a two-year, $10 million contract with the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) to deliver advanced drone-based geospatial services, enhancing infrastructure planning statewide. This deal leverages unmanned aerial systems (UAS) to improve accuracy and efficiency in transportation projects, signaling a growing role for dr
Brazil
Haiti Deploys Explosive Drones to Combat Gang Violence in Port-au-Prince
On May 24, 2025, Haiti’s government launched a new offensive against gangs in Port-au-Prince, using lightweight drones equipped with explosives to target criminal strongholds, according to a detailed report from the WSJ. This marks a significant escalation in the Caribbean nation’s fight against gang-fueled violence that has destabilized its capital, raising both technological and ethical…
DJI
DJI Mavic 4 Pro – Your Questions Answered
Good day, folks! Shawn here from Air Photography. The DJI Mavic 4 Pro and DJI RC Pro 2 have been out for nearly two weeks, and I’ve received many questions about both the drone and the controller. I’ve created this question-and-answer video to address the most common inquiries. I’ll keep it concise to avoid a…
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Bridgeport Bolsters Public Safety Using Drones for Police and Fire Services
On May 27, 2025, Bridgeport, Connecticut, announced a pioneering initiative to integrate high-tech drones into its police and fire departments, aiming to enhance emergency response and public safety. Partnering with Flock Safety Group, the city is set to deploy fully autonomous drones equipped with night vision and live-streaming capabilities, marking a significant step forward in…
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DJI Mavic 4 Pro – Advanced Return To Home is Incredibly good
Good day, folks! Shawn here from Air Photography. In this video, we’re conducting a return-to-home test of the DJI Mavic 4 Pro. It features an advanced return-to-home function that builds a real-time map during its outbound flight, enabling it to land in complex environments like patios or garages. Right now, I’m surrounded by trees. When…
Vermont
Vermont Electric Cooperative to Deploy Drones for Inspections in June 2025
In a significant step for utility management, Vermont Electric Cooperative (VEC) will expand its inspection program utilizing drones across northern Vermont in June 2025, covering over half of its service territory. This initiative, aims to enhance grid reliability and safety while reducing operational costs through advanced aerial technology, reports WFFF. Scaling Up Its Operations with…
Ukraine
Ukraine Boosts Drone Range with Helium Balloons in Russia Conflict
Ukraine is revolutionizing drone warfare by deploying helium-filled balloons to extend the range of its attack and surveillance drones, a strategy driven by Ukrainian startup Aerobavovna. As reported by Business Insider, this low-tech solution addresses critical communication challenges in the Russia-Ukraine conflict, enhancing drone operations across the battlefield. Innovative Technology Enhance
Department of Homeland Security
Oakland Sheriff Urges Congress for Local Drone Counterauthority Amid Rising Threats
On May 25, 2025, Oakland County Sheriff Mike Bouchard pressed U.S. lawmakers in Washington to grant state and local law enforcement the authority to counter hostile drones, highlighting growing safety risks at public events. In an interview with The Detroit News, Bouchard, alongside U.S. Rep. Lisa McClain (R-Bruce Township), emphasized the urgency of addressing mysterious…
Technology
The Myth of the “One Drone That Does It All” and Other Lies I Tell Myself
So, let’s start with the big lie: the drone that does it all. As you recall, in my articles I’ve told you that most of my drones are stabilized ones: Mavics
NASA
NASA’S First Quadcopter to Explore Titan Targets Selk Crater
NASA’s Dragonfly mission, a car-sized quadcopter rotorcraft, is set to become the first UAV to explore another world, targeting Saturn’s moon Titan in a groundbreaking 2028 mission. Aiming to land near the 50-mile-wide Selk Crater, Dragonfly will investigate Titan’s organic-rich surface to uncover clues about the prebiotic chemistry that may have sparked life on Earth.…
Weaponized drones
Bayraktar Kizilelma PT-4, Türkiye’s “Red Apple,” Soars in Afterburner Test
Türkiye’s aerospace industry celebrated a major milestone as the Bayraktar Kizilelma PT-4 fighter UAV, successfully completed its Afterburner (AB)
Police
Anti-Drone System to Add Security around Taj Mahal Complex
The world-famous Taj Mahal, India's favorite monument is to be equipped with a cutting-edge anti-drone system to enhance its security.
Australia
Drone Delivers Cancer Medication to Flood-Stranded NSW Community in Emergency Services First
In an unprecedented move, a drone has delivered life-saving cancer medication to a flood-isolated community in New South Wales (NSW), Australia, marking a historic first for the NSW State Emergency Service (SES). With floodwaters cutting off roads and rendering traditional transport methods impossible, this innovative use of drone technology has emerged as a lifeline for…
DJI
DJI Osmo Nano Unveiled: FCC Filings Confirm New Compact Camera Launch Soon
DJI is preparing to launch the DJI Osmo Nano, a completely new compact camera, as revealed by recent FCC filings and insights from DroneXL’s in-house DJI specialist, Jasper Ellens. This innovative device, spotted in regulatory documents, marks DJI’s latest venture into the action camera market, targeting creators, athletes, and drone enthusiasts with a fresh design…
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LEAKED: DJI Mini 5, Avata 3 and Neo 2. These 5 new DJI products coming up!
Exciting times for FPV enthousiast and DJI Mini users. Three unreleased drones have been spotted in the wild: the DJI Mini 5 Pro, the DJI Avata 3 and (apparently overlooked by everyone) the DJI Neo 2. Earlier than expected, these drones are set to be released this summer. Following up the prosumer DJI Mavic 4…
Washington
Voltair, Self-Charging Drone Company, Takes $25,000 Grand Prize at University of Washington Competition
A start-up drone company focusing on assisting in preventing wildfires through AI-powered power line scans was the grand prize winner of one of the Pacific Northwest’s most visible entrepreneurship competitions. Voltair, a student company at the University of Washington, won the $25,000 grand prize at the 28th annual Dempsey Startup Competition, beating out 173 other…
United States
UNPRECEDENTED: First-Ever Drone Footage Inside a Tornado Changes Weather Research Forever
In a groundbreaking achievement that reads like science fiction, researchers have successfully flown drones directly into the heart of tornadoes
China
2025 9th World Congress of Drones Officially Started in Shenzhen, Unveiling Low-Altitude Economy Innovation
The 9th World Congress of Drones 2025 officially commenced on Friday in Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, setting the international pace
DroneUp
Michigan Drone Delivery Project Lands Second State Grant of $950,000
A pioneering drone delivery project in northern Michigan has landed its second significant state funding infusion, cementing the Grand Traverse area
DJI
DJI Mini 5 Pro FCC Documents Reveal Upgraded Radio and Antenna System for Enhanced Range
Recent leaked photos have given the first in-depth glimpse of the DJI Mini 5 Pro's radio communication and antenna systems, presenting vital
DJI
DJI RS 4 Mini Firmware Update v1.2 Brings Improved ActiveTrack and New Sleep Mode Functionality
Recent firmware version v01.02.00.00 adds a sequence of useful features that boost workflow efficiency alongside improved gimbal performance
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