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DJI Avata 2 Long Term Review – 6 Months Later
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.
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Collision Between Bird and DJI Drone Results in Commercial Vehicle Damage
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…
White House
Mystery Drone Sightings Prompt Investigation Across NY-NJ Region, Officials Say No Immediate Threat
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…
Poland
Poland Strengthens Air Capabilities with Advanced MQ-9B Sky Guardian Acquisition Deal
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
United States
False Drone Reports at LaGuardia Highlight Importance of Accurate Incident Verification
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…
FAA
Small Drone Crashes in New Jersey Backyard Amid Ongoing Mystery Sightings
A recreational drone crashed into a residential backyard in Pequannock Township, New Jersey, on Thursday evening, adding another layer to the...
Legal
NDAA Update, Agri Spray and EAVision Release Spray Drone, Mini 5 Leaks
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.
Maryland
Ex-Maryland Gov. Larry Hogan Reports Mystery Drones, But Critics Point to Stars and Aircraft
Ex-Maryland Gov. Hogan added his voice to the growing chorus of witnesses of mysterious aerial activity, claiming he saw “dozens of large drones”
New Jersey
Multiple Drones Breach Airspace Over Naval Weapons Station Earle in New Jersey
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.…
United States
Mysterious Large Drones Spotted Over Southern California After New Jersey Wave
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…
Ukraine
Unidentified Drones Spotted Over U.S. Air Base in Germany
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
DJI Flip Drone Price Expected at $439 in US, €439 in EU Including Controller
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%…
Department of Homeland Security
FBI and DHS: No Evidence of Security Threats from Reported New Jersey Drone Sightings
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.…
Walmart
Florida Man Ordered to Pay $5,000 for Shooting Walmart Delivery Drone
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…
Drone Research
NC A&T to Lead $2M Advanced Air Mobility Research Initiative with State Transportation Department
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…
DJI
DJI Flip European Pricing Leaked: Three Variants Starting at $478
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…
Ukraine
Ukraine Allegedly Supplied Drones to Syrian Rebels Ahead of Assad’s Ouster
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
DJI
New Jersey Drone Mystery: Let’s Talk About Those “Mystery Drones”
Look, I’ve got to weigh in on this whole New Jersey drone situation. As a Philadelphia resident who flies drones every single day – both for fun and for work – I’ve been absolutely bombarded with calls, texts, emails, and DMs about these mysterious lights in the Jersey skies. Even my own family keeps reaching…
Police
Canada Plans Drone Surveillance Expansion to Address Border Security Demands
Canadian officials are preparing to significantly expand drone surveillance capabilities along the U.S.-Canada border as part of a comprehensive security enhancement plan, according to details emerging from recent high-level government meetings. The initiative comes as part of broader negotiations with the incoming U.S. administration over border security measures, reports the NY Times. The propos
Auterion
China Cuts Drone Component Supply Lines to West, Impacting Ukraine’s Defense Capabilities
Beijing has begun restricting exports of crucial drone components to Western nations, potentially disrupting Ukraine’s military drone program and signaling an escalation in US-China trade tensions. The equipment squeeze follows earlier sanctions on US military contractors and precedes tighter drone export controls expected in January, Bloomberg News reports. Supply Chain Disruption Hits Drone Indu
NASA
NASA’s UTM Research Paves Way for Commercial BVLOS Drone Operations
NASA’s pioneering work in Unmanned Aircraft System Traffic Management (UTM) has played a crucial role in enabling the FAA’s recent authorization of commercial Beyond Visual Line of Sight (BVLOS) drone operations in shared airspace. The milestone development, announced in July, marks the first time multiple U.S. companies have received permission to operate commercial drones in…
Department of Homeland Security
NJ Lawmaker Storms Out of ‘Amateur Hour’ FBI Drone Briefing
State Representative Brian Bergen, a former Apache helicopter pilot who helped establish the Army’s initial unmanned aircraft training battalion, walked out of Wednesday’s high-level security briefing at New Jersey State Police headquarters, calling it “amateur hour” and “worthless” in addressing the mysterious drone activities that have persisted across the state since mid-November. The dramatic
Police
Pentagon Dismisses Claims of Iranian Drone ‘Mothership’ Off US East Coast
The Pentagon has firmly rejected claims by a U.S. lawmaker that Iran might be launching drones over New Jersey from a “mothership” off the East Coast, addressing growing concerns about mysterious drone sightings in the region, reports Reuters. “There is no truth to that,” Pentagon spokesperson Sabrina Singh stated definitively on Wednesday, adding that “there…
United States
Rep. Van Drew Claims Iranian ‘Mothership’ Behind New Jersey Drone Sightings
Rep. Jeff Van Drew claims mysterious drones spotted over New Jersey originate from an Iranian drone mothership stationed off the U.S. East Coast
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