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Drone Pilot Grounded: Court Rules License Needed for Aerial Mapping
In a decision, a federal appeals court ruled that a North Carolina drone pilot cannot offer aerial mapping services without a state surveyor's license.
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Search & Rescue
5G Drones Aim to Transform Mountain Rescue
A new trial in Tarfside, in the Angus hills, aims to revolutionize this by testing the feasibility of pop-up mobile phone networks using 5G drones.
Search & Rescue
Drone to Survey Snake River Levee in Jackson Hole
Jackson Hole residents witnessed a drone flight over the Snake River on Monday, May 20. This operation, conducted by Jackson Hole Fire/EMS
DJI FlyCart 30
Future of Heavy Lifting: DJI FlyCart 30’s Impressive Capabilities
The DJI FlyCart 30 drone isn't just another flying gadget—it's a powerhouse built for heavy-duty tasks. Gene Nagata, aka Potato Jet, recently
United States
Drones Smuggle Drugs Across Niagara River: 3 Suspects Caught in New York
A smuggling operation that used drones to fly drugs from Canada into upstate New York has been uncovered, leading to the arrest of three suspects.
Iran
Turkish Drone Finds Iran President’s Crashed Helicopter, Draws Star and Crescent
A Turkish drone found the crashed helicopter carrying Iran’s President Ayatollah Ebrahim Raisi in the mountains of East Azerbaijan, Iran. The drone’s flight path then drew a crescent, visible on flight tracking websites, reports NDTV. The Crash President Raisi and Iran’s Foreign Minister Hossein Amir-Abdollahian were on board the Bell 212 Helicopter when it crashed…
Ukraine
Poland Completes TB2 Drone Purchase from Turkey’s Baykar
Poland just got its final delivery of TB2 drones from Turkey’s Baykar, wrapping up a deal worth $270 million for 24 combat drones. This purchase marks a significant milestone in Poland’s defense capabilities and highlights the growing importance of drone technology in modern warfare, reports Defense News. The Deal and Deliveries In May 2021, Poland…
Ukraine
Ukraine Claims Major Victory with Drone Strike on Russian Ship
Ukraine’s Ministry of Defence has claimed a significant triumph in its ongoing conflict with Russia, announcing the destruction of a Russian ship in the Black Sea. This latest development marks another blow for Russia amidst escalating tensions. Ukrainian Drone Strike Hits Russian Ship Ukraine’s Ministry of Defence reported that Ukrainian forces destroyed a Russian minesweeper,…
Drone Strike
Drone Strikes Hit Kosti Port, Shelling Resumes in El Fasher
Drone attacks targeted the Kosti port, and fierce clashes continued between the Sudanese army and the Rapid Support Forces (RSF) in El Fasher, leading to civilian casualties and concerns for displaced people, reports the Sudan Tribune. Unidentified Drones Target Kosti Port In a disturbing development, unidentified drones launched an attack on the Kosti port in…
Israel
10th Mountain Division Soldiers Shoot Down 28 Enemy Drones in Middle East Deployment
Artillery Soldiers Earn “Ace” Status in Anti-Drone Operations During a nine-month deployment in the Middle East, three artillery soldiers from the 10th Mountain Division’s 2nd Battalion, 15th Field Artillery Regiment, earned the “ace” designation by shooting down more than 28 enemy drones. Staff Sgt. Daniel Smith, Sgt. William Taroc, and Staff Sgt. Henry Davis each…
Montana
Montana DNRC Embraces Drone and Lidar Tech for Water Flow Analysis
Cutting-Edge Tech at Boulder Creek The Montana Department of Natural Resources and Conservation (DNRC) is making waves with its latest tech adoption at Boulder Creek. On Wednesday, the DNRC team, led by hydrologist David Saba, utilized drones equipped with Lidar technology to capture detailed imagery and data, covering nearly 200 acres and a mile of…
Ukraine
Ukraine’s Drone Strikes Disrupt Russia’s Oil Refining, Fuel Prices Spike
Ukraine’s drone strikes on Russian energy infrastructure have significantly impacted Russia’s oil refining capacity, reportedly disrupting 14% and causing domestic fuel prices to rise sharply. Despite these strikes, Russia’s electricity output remains largely unaffected. Ukrainian Drone Strikes Impact Russia’s Oil Sector Ukraine’s strategic use of drone strikes on Russia’s energy infrastructure ea
Australia
Drones Revolutionize Cattle Mustering at Beef Australia 2024
Cattle ranchers in Queensland’s outback have witnessed history as drones remotely mustered cattle, showcasing a groundbreaking method that promises to transform livestock management, reports ABC News. The Drone-Driven Muster In a world-first, drones piloted from the Gold Coast mustered cattle at a property on the Southern Downs near Upper Pilton. This innovative approach, demonstrated at…
Ireland
Drone Pilot Trespasses at Stryker’s Cork Plant
A drone pilot from Waterford was found guilty of trespassing after an incident at Stryker’s medical devices facility in Cork, Ireland. The court heard that Kieran Jones, 54, flew his drone over the plant without permission, causing alarm among the staff, reports the Irish Examiner. Pilot’s Unpermitted Drone Flight Kieran Jones, of 9 Deerpark, Clonlea…
Technology
Revolutionizing Energy: How Drones are Transforming Aramco’s Operations
Drones are transforming Aramco’s operations, improving safety, efficiency, and environmental performance since their introduction in 2015. By reducing maintenance costs, inspection times, and even aiding in environmental protection, these unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) are proving invaluable across Aramco’s facilities, the company explains. A New Era for Inspections Since 2015, Aramco has been ut
DJI
Why the DJI Air 4 Will Likely Launch Before the DJI Mavic 4
DJI has been on a roll with its Air series, updating it more frequently than its Mavic series. If you’re expecting a new DJI drone this summer, it’s probably going to be the DJI Air 4, instead of a DJI Mavic 4. Here’s why the Air series gets refreshed quicker and why the Mavic series…
DJI
DJI Air 4 Rumors Heat Up: What We Know So Far
Rumors are swirling about a possible new DJI Air 4 drone hitting the market early this summer. Igor Bogdanov from Quadro_News tweeted about it, and the speculation has only grown since. Let’s dive into what’s being said about the potential features of the DJI Air 4 and what it could mean for drone enthusiasts. What…
US Army
Senior Army Leader Skeptical of Lawmakers’ Drone Corps Proposal
House Armed Services Committee members push for the Army to establish a dedicated Drone Corps to manage unmanned aerial systems (UAS)
FAA
Drone Flying Over People Just Got Easier
Flying drones over people has been a headache for many drone pilots due to strict FAA drone regulations. But, there’s some good news. The FAA is making it a bit easier to get approval for such operations, as Greg Reverdiau explained in his weekly UAS News Update. This shift could mean more flexibility for drone…
DJI
OOP MADE EASY! Anti-China Bill, FAA Reauthorization, Philly YouTuber, DJI H30
Welcome to Weekly UAS News Update! We have six stories for you this week. We have the FAA Reauthorization Act, flying over people just got a lot easier (this is a cool one), Philly YouTuber’s troubles don’t end, a new payload from DJI, and lastly, Axon to acquire DeDrone. Let’s get to it. Yes, I…
Ukraine
Ukraine’s Largest Drone Attack: A Night of Explosions in Russian Ports
Ukraine’s Largest Drone Attack Ever? Ukraine may have pulled off its biggest drone attack yet. On Thursday night, Russia reported shooting down 102 aerial and six naval drones. Major ports Sevastopol and Novorossiysk were hit, causing widespread damage and power outages, reports Business Insider. The Night of the Attack According to Russia’s Defense Ministry, 51…
Ukraine
Big Wave of Ukrainian Drones Kills Two in Russia, Causes Refinery Fire
Ukraine launched a significant drone attack on Russia, resulting in two deaths and a refinery fire, according to Reuters. The attack underscores the escalating conflict between the two nations. Two Dead in Belgorod In Belgorod, a mother and her four-year-old son were killed while driving. Belgorod regional governor Vyacheslav Gladkov confirmed their deaths. The attack…
Police
Congressional Leaders Question NYPD’s Use of Chinese-Made Drones
Congress is concerned about the New York Police Department’s (NYPD) plan to use Chinese-made drones to assist in responding to gunfire in high-crime areas.
Police
Louisville Police’s New Drone Initiative: A Game-Changer for Public Safety
Louisville Police Department (LMPD) has launched a new initiative to incorporate drone technology into their policing efforts. Announced by LMPD Chief Jacquelyn Gwinn-Villaroel, this pilot program aims to enhance public safety by addressing issues such as missing persons, street racing, and water rescues. The program’s budget is reportedly approximately $100,000, with funds coming from both…
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