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Near Earth Autonomy develops aircraft inspection by drone
A small business out of Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania has developed a time-saving drone-based solution for conducting pre-flight inspections of airliners.
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San Francisco Police Deploy DJI Matrice 30T Drones in Expanded Surveillance Program
The San Francisco Police Department has significantly expanded its technological capabilities in 2024, deploying DJI Matrice 30T drones as part of a comprehensive surveillance upgrade that includes automated license plate readers and mobile security cameras. The initiative marks the department’s first return to aerial operations since disbanding its helicopter unit over two decades ago, reports…
Canada
Transport Canada Set to Transform Drone Operations with New BVLOS Framework
Transport Canada is preparing to implement groundbreaking regulations that will fundamentally transform drone operations across the country, marking a significant shift away from case-by-case approvals for beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) flights. The new framework, which began rolling out in the fall of 2024 with full enforcement by April 2025, will particularly benefit remote…
FAA
What Happened to the Mysterious Drone Sightings Over New Jersey?
Have you noticed that no one is talking about the strange drone sightings over New Jersey anymore? The topic has completely fallen out of the news cycle—no more coverage on major media outlets, television networks, or even social media. Even Antonio Brown posted on X asking, “What happened to the drones?” Well, they just disappeared.…
China
Officials say Chinese spy drone found off Philippines coast
Officials in the Philippines have said a local fisherman has found a Chinese spy drone while out fishing.
DroneUp
Walmart Ends DroneUp Partnership, Shifts Drone Delivery Strategy
Retail giant Walmart has terminated its partnership with drone logistics provider DroneUp, including divesting its stake in the company, marking a significant shift in its drone delivery approach. The announcement comes shortly after DroneUp secured crucial FAA certification for expanded commercial operations. The dissolution of this partnership, which began in 2021 following successful COVID-19 t
DJI Matrice 400
DJI Matrice 400 leaks, a heavy-lift from the drone giant?
Another leak from DJI has surfaced online, this time for a flagship enterprise drone, the DJI Matrice 400A, along with its battery specs.
DJI
DJI Flip Accessories Surface at European Retailer, Revealing Full Product Line and Pricing
A comprehensive lineup of DJI Flip accessories has appeared on Dutch retailer Kamera Express, offering new insights into DJI’s upcoming compact drone. The detailed product listings provide the first official pricing for the drone’s ecosystem. Hat tip to Tim W. For passing this info along! Complete DJI Flip Accessory List and Pricing Power and Performance…
DJI
DJI Matrice 4 Leaks Reveal Two Specialized Enterprise Models with Advanced AI Capabilities
Recently leaked specifications reveal that the rumored DJI Matrice 4 enterprise platform will be available in two distinct configurations – the Matrice 4 Enterprise and Matrice 4 Thermal – each tailored for specific industrial and commercial drone applications. The information comes from reliable industry watcher Igor Bogdanov, AKA @Quadro_News. DJI Matrice 4 Model Differentiation The…
DJI
DJI Mavic 4 Pro Rumors: April Release, 52-min Flight Time, 100MP Sensor
Following yesterday’s DJI Matrice 4T leak, another has surfaced, for the DJI Mavic 4 Pro. Giving us a second look at the potential key specs.
DJI
DJI Matrice 4T Leaks Raise Questions About Product Strategy
Newly leaked images suggest DJI is developing a Matrice 4T drone that appears to be based on the DJI Mavic 3 rather than an entirely new design.
Auterion
Drone Industry Pioneer Romeo Durscher Receives First-Ever LEDA Lifetime Achievement Award
The Law Enforcement Drone Association (LEDA) has awarded its inaugural Lifetime Achievement Award to Romeo Durscher, recognizing his transformative contributions to drone technology in public safety operations. The prestigious honor, presented on December 30, 2024, acknowledges Durscher’s pivotal role in revolutionizing how first responders utilize unmanned aircraft systems. Pioneering Public Safe
DJI
Advanced Notice NPRM, More Drone Show Troubles, and More DJI Flip Leaks.
Welcome to your Weekly UAS News Update. We have three stories for you: first up, the Department of Commerce has released an advanced notice NPRM, more drone show troubles, and more DJI Flip leaks. Department of Commerce Advanced Notice NPRM First up, the Department of Commerce Bureau of Industry and Security has released an advanced…
Russia
Russian Court Orders Yandex to Remove Oil Refinery Maps Over Drone Strike Concerns
A Moscow court has ordered Yandex, Russia’s leading search engine, to remove detailed maps and images of a strategic oil refinery following multiple drone attacks that have damaged infrastructure and injured workers. The ruling reflects growing concerns about openly available mapping data being used to coordinate drone strikes against critical infrastructure, according to Bloomberg News.…
Anduril
U.S. Army tests drones for recon in Romania, Skydio & Anduril chosen
The U.S. Army is testing two new drone systems at an air base in Romania to primarily support in surveillance and reconnaissance missions.
FAA
FAA Expands No-Drone Zones Over Hudson Yards and Critical Infrastructure Sites
The Federal Aviation Administration has significantly expanded temporary flight restrictions for unmanned aircraft systems (UAS) across New York City and surrounding areas, including a new restriction over Manhattan’s Hudson Yards development near Teterboro Airport that will remain in effect until January 19, reports LoHud. The expansion follows weeks of reported drone sightings across the mid-Atl
DJI
DJI Mavic 4 Leak Reveals Radical Camera Design
A newly leaked image provides the first detailed look at DJI’s upcoming Mavic 4 drone in flight, showcasing a distinctive bulb-shaped camera system that marks a significant departure from previous designs. The high-quality photo, shared by industry insiders Igor Bogdanov and Jasper Ellens, reveals what appears to be a triple-camera array housed within a rounded…
Ukraine
Ukraine’s Million-Drone Army: How Consumer Tech Revolutionized Modern Warfare
Ukraine’s bold initiative to deploy one million First Person View (FPV) drones in 2024 has fundamentally transformed the nature of modern combat, bringing warfare into the era of converted consumer technology. President Volodymyr Zelensky’s ambitious announcement in late 2023 marked an unprecedented shift in military strategy, one born of necessity and innovation, reports The NY…
Autel Robotics
US Commerce Department Weighs Comprehensive Chinese Drone Restrictions
The U.S. Commerce Department announced plans to consider new rules that could significantly restrict or ban Chinese-made drones in the American market, citing mounting national security concerns over potential remote access and data manipulation capabilities. The announcement, made today, marks the latest development in Washington’s intensifying scrutiny of Chinese drone manufacturers, reports Reu
United States
Agri Spray Drones, EAVision team up to support rural America
North American agricultural drone distributor and specialist, Agri Spray Drones has signed a partnership with drone manufacturer EAVision.
Bell
Prison Drone Incidents Surge Tenfold, Exposing Critical Security Gaps
Prison drone incursions have reached alarming new heights in England and Wales, with officials recording 1,296 incidents in just the first ten months of 2024 – marking a startling tenfold increase since 2020 . The data, revealed through a Freedom of Information request by The Guardian, underscores the growing sophistication of contraband delivery operations and…
Department of Transportation
State DOTs Expand Drone Programs, Transforming Infrastructure Management
Alabama’s Department of Transportation (ALDOT) has launched a formal drone program that signals the growing maturation of unmanned aerial systems (UAS) deployment across state transportation agencies. The initiative, which places dedicated personnel in charge of drone operations, represents a shift from experimental projects to systematic integration of UAS technology into core infrastructure mana
China
DJI Plans Massive New R&D Hub in Ambitious Shenzhen Expansion
DJI, the global leader in consumer drone technology, is set to significantly expand its presence in Shenzhen with plans for a new global headquarters dedicated to intelligent aviation systems according to recent announcements from Shenzhen municipal authorities. The ambitious project encompasses approximately 2 million square feet of construction area on a 168,500-square-foot plot within the…
United States
Drone Technology Leads to Discovery of Smuggling Tunnel Near Yuma Border
Mexican law enforcement officials uncovered an unfinished cross-border tunnel during a joint surveillance operation with U.S. Customs and Border Protection, demonstrating the growing effectiveness of drone technology in border security operations. The discovery was announced by the State Public Secretary of Security in Sonora, Mexico, reports News Nation Now. The tunnel entrance was detected in…
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