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Two men were arrested Saturday after their drone flew dangerously close to Boston’s Logan International Airport, underscoring ongoing safety risks posed by unauthorized drone activity near critical airspace, reports CNN. The Boston Police Department reported that the drone incident began Saturday afternoon when an officer detected an Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) operating near the airport.…
Four U.S. Senators have formally requested immediate federal intervention regarding concerning drone activity across New York and New Jersey, highlighting growing security risks to critical infrastructure and emergency services, reports The Daily Wire. In a letter dated December 11, 2024, to top federal security officials, the bipartisan group detailed multiple incidents of unidentified drone oper
Federal authorities are intensifying their response to widespread drone sightings across the northeastern United States, with Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas asserting that there’s no evidence of foreign involvement in the incidents. The surge in reported sightings has led to temporary airport closures and growing demands for expanded drone countermeasure capabilities, reports The G
U.S. Customs and Border Protection documented a staggering 45,000 drone detections along the southwest border in 2023, with approximately 2,500 unauthorized incursions into U.S. airspace, highlighting the urgent need for expanded counter-UAS authorities. The revelations came during a critical House Homeland Security joint subcommittee hearing where federal officials pressed Congress for broader po
Recent drone sightings across New York and New Jersey have sparked political controversy, even as federal authorities maintain there is no evidence of security threats. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) has been forced to implement temporary flight restrictions around sensitive areas, including Picatinny Arsenal military base and Trump National Golf Club Bedminster, as investigations conti
A wave of unidentified drone sightings across New Jersey has exposed significant challenges in detecting and identifying unauthorized drone operations, raising questions about the effectiveness of current counter-UAS systems. Reports began emerging the day after Thanksgiving, with residents across the state describing formations of up to 15 aircraft displaying characteristic drone flight patterns
Apparently a lot of you want to know my opinion on the recent drone mystery in New Jersey, and some of you are getting just a little bit aggressive
Good day folks, Shawn here from Air Photography. All that footage that I just showed at the beginning of this video was captured on the DJI Avata 2.
A commercial moving truck sustained damage in Georgetown, South Carolina, after an airborne incident involving a DJI drone and a bird led to an unexpected collision. The incident, reported to Georgetown Police Department, occurred near 1245 North Fraser Street when the drone experienced an unplanned disassembly following its encounter with the bird. According to police…
New York Governor Kathy Hochul announced an investigation into multiple drone sightings across New York and New Jersey on Friday, though federal authorities maintain the aerial objects pose no immediate security risk. Initial Sightings Near Military Installation The mysterious appearances first began in mid-November when personnel at the Picatinny Arsenal, an Army facility in Morris…
The Polish Armed Forces are set to significantly enhance their unmanned aerial capabilities through a newly signed $310 million contract for MQ-9B Sky Guardian drones, marking a crucial step in establishing the country’s dedicated Drone Force military component. Defense Minister Władysław Kosiniak-Kamysz announced the agreement on December 12, building upon Poland’s existing experience with leased
Reports of unauthorized drone activity near LaGuardia Airport were quickly debunked Thursday evening, as what some social media users claimed were “nearly a dozen large drones” over Queens turned out to be routine commercial aircraft in standard holding patterns, reports QNS. Local residents familiar with LaGuardia’s flight patterns were quick to identify the lights as…
A recreational drone crashed into a residential backyard in Pequannock Township, New Jersey, on Thursday evening, adding another layer to the...
We have three key stories for you this week: an NDAA update, Agri Spray and EAVision’s release of the J100 spray drone, and Mini 5 leaks.
Ex-Maryland Gov. Hogan added his voice to the growing chorus of witnesses of mysterious aerial activity, claiming he saw “dozens of large drones”
Officials at Naval Weapons Station Earle in Colts Neck, New Jersey, confirmed multiple instances of unidentified drones entering their restricted airspace, further escalating concerns over a wave of drone activity in the region. While authorities stress that no direct threats have been identified, calls for federal action are growing as sightings persist, reports ABC News.…
A new wave of mysterious drone sightings has alarmed residents across Southern California, just weeks after similar incidents in New Jersey. Witnesses in San Diego County, Temecula, and other areas describe objects resembling small cars hovering silently in the night skies, raising questions about their origins and purpose, reports CBS 8. Witnesses Report Silent, Car-Sized…
German security authorities have flagged multiple unidentified drone sightings over sensitive locations, including the U.S. Air Force base at Ramstein, raising serious concerns about airspace security and potential sabotage. Reports emerged following recent incidents on December 3 and 4, according to Der Spiegel, citing a confidential report, according to The Guardian. Increased Drone Activity Ove
DJI’s upcoming Flip drone will be priced at €439 (including VAT) in Europe with the RC-N3 controller, according to new details shared by DJI watcher Jasper Ellens. Based on typical pricing patterns, this suggests a likely US price point of around $439. Understanding the Price Difference The European price of €439 includes up to 23%…
Federal authorities have found no evidence that the recently reported drone sightings in New Jersey pose any national security threat or have connections to foreign actors. In a joint statement, the FBI and Department of Homeland Security (DHS) revealed that many of the reported sightings likely involve misidentified manned aircraft operating legally in the area.…
A 72-year-old Florida resident has been ordered to pay $5,000 in restitution after shooting at a Walmart delivery drone he mistakenly believed was conducting surveillance on his property, reports First Coast News. The incident, which occurred in Lake County, Florida, highlights the growing tensions between drone delivery operations and public acceptance. Dennis Winn was charged…
North Carolina Agricultural and Technical State University (NC A&T) has secured a leadership role in a significant new drone and advanced air mobility research initiative, backed by an initial $2 million investment from the North Carolina Department of Transportation (NCDOT) over the next two years, reports GovTech. The University Transportation Center of Excellence for Advanced…
Trusted drone industry insider Jasper Ellens has revealed potential European pricing for DJI’s upcoming DJI Flip drone, with three distinct configurations ranging from €439 to €779 ($478 to $849). Base Model and Configuration Options According to the leaked information, the standalone DJI Flip drone will retail for €439 ($478) without a remote controller. A mid-tier…
Syrian rebels reportedly received covert drone support from Ukrainian intelligence operatives just weeks before toppling the Assad regime, marking a significant escalation in the intersection of global conflicts. According to a Washington Post report citing unnamed sources familiar with Ukraine’s military operations, Ukrainian operatives sent approximately 150 first-person-view (FPV) drones and de
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