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Officials in Jay County, Indiana, issued an urgent warning to residents against shooting at or chasing drones that have been spotted near areas
The FAA announced comprehensive drone flight restrictions around New Orleans' Caesars Superdome and surrounding areas for Super Bowl LIX.
Atlanta-based Chick-fil-A has introduced drone technology as part of its comprehensive approach to analyzing and improving drive-through operations. The company dispatches specialist teams to study traffic patterns and operations across its more than 3,000 restaurants, using drones to capture aerial footage of vehicle flow and service efficiency, reports the WSJ. Technical Implementation The compa
In a significant development for the drone industry, a crashed prototype of what appears to be the DJI Air 4 has surfaced, offering the first glimpse of DJI’s next-generation consumer drone. The image, shared by reliable drone industry watcher Jasper Ellens, reveals notable design elements that align with the upcoming DJI Mavic 4. Design Evolution…
A 56-year-old Culver City resident has agreed to plead guilty to federal charges after his drone struck and damaged a firefighting aircraft during the recent Palisades Fire. The incident resulted in temporary grounding of critical firefighting operations and substantial damage to the aircraft. Peter Tripp Akemann, will plead guilty to unsafe operation of an unmanned…
Dronetag introduced RIDER, a pocket-sized Remote ID receiver designed to detect and monitor drone activity in response to growing airspace safety challenges.
We have three stories for you this week: more DJI Mavic 4 leaks, we have a press release on the New Jersey drones, and then lastly the Colorado Police uses a drone to find a skier. Let’s get to it. DJI Mavic 4 Leaks First up this week, more DJI Mavic 4 leaks, which I…
During a Wednesday agenda session of the Ocean County Board of Commissioners, Sheriff Michael G. Mastronardy reportedly emphasized that local law enforcement agencies require tools to protect airspace above their communities. According to reporting from the Asbury Park Press, recent December drone sightings over New Jersey exposed what Mastronardy describes as an increasing 21st-century “vulnerabi
NASA has completed testing of a new drone airspace management system designed to enhance wildfire response operations. The Advanced Capabilities for Emergency Response Operations (ACERO) project, in collaboration with AirSpace Integration (ASI), evaluated the Portable Airspace Management System (PAMS) at Monterey Bay Academy Airport in La Selva Beach, California during November 2024. Technical Inn
In an episode of ASTM International's "Taking to the Skies: Drone Standards" podcast, industry veterans Phil Kenul and Mark Blanks provided an...
Hylio has unveiled its most advanced agricultural drone system to date, the HYL-150 ARES, manufactured in Texas and designed specifically
Roark Aerospace, a counter-drone and drone services specialist operating in the UK and US, has announced two significant developments: the over-the-counter availability of its advanced drone detection systems and an expansion of its aerial mapping services across multiple cities. Advanced Detection Systems Now Available OTC The company’s drone detection portfolio now includes two distinct systems.
Japanese drone manufacturer ACSL has partnered with Exertis Almo to strengthen its distribution network across North America. The agreement...
NATO countries are scrambling to develop and acquire drones capable of operating in the harsh Arctic environment, as mounting geopolitical tensions and increased Russian and Chinese activity in the region highlight significant technological gaps in Western drone capabilities. The urgency was starkly demonstrated in Greenland when Mads Petersen, owner of startup Arctic Unmanned, tested a…
The drunk drone incident, which occurred at a classic car event in Rättvik, central Sweden, set a significant precedent for drone regulations
Amazon Prime Air has entered a period of significant operational adjustment, combining temporary service suspensions in existing markets with continued expansion plans in new territories. The company’s drone delivery program, which has built safe and reliable services in multiple locations worldwide, is currently navigating both operational challenges and growth opportunities. Current Operational
Monmouth County Sheriff Shaun Golden slammed the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Tuesday night regarding their handling of hundreds of mysterious drone sightings over New Jersey and New York during November and December. The criticism comes as the White House has now acknowledged these flights were partially authorized FAA research operations. Lack of Transparency Sparked Public…
DroneXL.co obtained exclusive photos of DJI's upcoming RS 4 Mini handheld gimbal stabilizer, revealing upgrades incl. an AI-powered tracking
European drone delivery leader Manna Aero has partnered with technology company Wolt to launch winter drone delivery testing in Finland.
Montana wildlife officials have demonstrated that drones are significantly more effective than traditional methods for safely managing grizzly bear encounters near human settlements, according to new research published in Frontiers in Conservation Science. The groundbreaking study, conducted by Wesley Sarmento of Montana Fish, Wildlife and Parks, compared various hazing techniques including vehicl
DroneXL.co exclusively obtained photos of DJI's upcoming DJI Osmo Mobile 7 series, showing both standard and Pro variants ahead of their launch
The U.S. Army begun 3D printing its own tactical drones for use in special operations allowing for more customizable and easy-to-repair to be
DJI has rolled out significant firmware updates for two of its consumer drones – the beginner-friendly DJI Flip and the photography-focused Air 3S. The updates introduce new features for the Flip while addressing stability improvements for both aircraft. DJI Flip Gets Major Feature Expansion The latest firmware update (v01.00.1100) for the sub-249g DJI Flip builds…
In the first press briefing of President Trump’s second administration, White House Press Secretary Karoline Leavitt revealed today that the mysterious drone sightings over New Jersey and the East Coast in December 2024 were primarily FAA-authorized operations, with additional activity from recreational pilots. “After research and study, the drones that were flying over New Jersey…
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