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Chinese Special Ops Employ Bird-like Drone in Military Exercise
A recent video release by Chinese military-affiliated media showcased the use of a biomimetic drone disguised as a small bird by an elite Chinese special operations force during a shooting competition. The event, held on August 1, coincided with China’s…
China Revamps Drone Export Controls Amid Global Scrutiny
China is set to modify its drone export regulations starting September 1, 2024, in a move that could reshape the global unmanned aircraft industry. According to a report from Reuters, these changes come as Western nations intensify their scrutiny of…
Belmont Embraces Drone Technology for Public Safety and City Operations
Belmont, California is set to launch a new drone program, equipping its police department, first responders, and public works officials with unmanned aerial systems (UAS) for the first time. This move, reported by The Daily Journal, puts the Peninsula city…
Leaked DJI Neo Details Reveal Compact Design and QuickShots
Drone Registration: What You Need to Know
Hi everyone! Today, we’re going to talk about drone registration. I know it’s a topic that a lot of people don’t like to consider or think about, but it is a fact that in the United States, when you purchase…
New DJI Air 3S Leaked: What We Know So Far
A Closer Look at the DJI Air 3S DJI’s next big release, the Air 3S, has surfaced in a recent leak from the well-known source OsitaLV on Twitter. The leaked photo reveals the front of the yet-to-be-released drone, showcasing several…
Drone Ban CCP Update, 1st Cat 2 Drone, New DJI Model, & FAA Authorizes Commercial BVLOS
Welcome to Weekly UAS News Update. We have four stories for you this week: Let’s get to it! Canning CCP Drone Act Update Not so good news: A new Senate Amendment to the 2025 NDAA hopes to add the Canning…

DJI Neo Drone Leak Reveals Beginner-Friendly Design with Enclosed Propellers
Jasper Ellens, a well-known DJI leaker, has shared photos on Twitter of what appears to be the upcoming DJI Neo drone. This new quadcopter seems to be positioned as a successor to the DJI Spark, targeting indoor use and beginner…
The One Drone Setting Every DJI Pilot Should Customize
Billy Kyle explains in another video that there’s a crucial setting that DJI drone pilots often overlook but should absolutely customize: the gain and EXP settings. These settings control how your drone responds to stick input on your controller, potentially…
DJI’s Comprehensive Drone Mapping Solution: From Flight Planning to 3D Models
According to a recent YouTube video by Billy Kyle, DJI has streamlined the drone mapping process, offering a complete ecosystem for aerial surveying and 3D modeling. This integrated approach simplifies what was once a complex, multi-vendor workflow into a seamless…
Drone Spying Scandal Rocks Canadian Women’s Soccer Team at Paris Olympics
Canada’s women’s soccer team finds itself embroiled in controversy at the 2024 Paris Olympics due to a drone spying incident. According to a report by AP News, the team has been penalized and its coach suspended following the use of…
French Security Forces Battle Drone Incursions at Olympic Sites
French authorities are grappling with a new security challenge as the 2024 Summer Olympics approach: unauthorized drones buzzing around Paris’s Olympic venues. According to a recent report from France 24, security forces are intercepting an average of six drones per…
DJI Neo Fly More Combo $329: A New Era in Affordable Drones?
AI-Powered Drones Keep Beachgoers Safe from Sharks in California
SharkEye, a pioneering initiative at the University of California Santa Barbara’s Benioff Ocean Science Laboratory (BOSL), is using drones and artificial intelligence to monitor shark activity and protect swimmers at Padaro Beach, California. According to CNN, this innovative approach combines…
Dublin Hospitals Test Drone Deliveries for Critical Medical Supplies
A groundbreaking trial in Dublin is set to revolutionize medical supply logistics, with drones taking to the skies to deliver crucial healthcare products. According to IoT World Today, drone-based medical-logistics provider Apian has partnered with Wing Aviation to launch a…
Annapolis Police Consider Drone Program for Rapid Crime Scene Response
Annapolis city officials are exploring the implementation of a drone program to enhance police response capabilities, according to a recent report from Capital Gazette. The proposed initiative aims to provide law enforcement with a bird’s-eye view of crime scenes, potentially…
Coast Guard Deploys Drones in Search for Missing Boy at Cliffs of Moher
The Irish Coast Guard is utilizing drone technology in its ongoing search for a 12-year-old boy who went missing at the Cliffs of Moher in County Clare, Ireland. According to The Irish Times, the boy, believed to have fallen from…
Ukrainian Drones Strike Russian Arctic Airfield, Hitting Strategic Bomber
Ukrainian drones have reportedly struck a Russian airfield deep in the Arctic, marking a significant expansion of Ukraine’s drone operations. According to Politico, the attack targeted the Olenya airbase on the Kola Peninsula, over 1,900 kilometers north of Ukraine. The…
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