The full firehose — every story on DroneXL, newest first. Breaking news, deep dives, reviews, and the deals ticker archive.
The Innovative Proposal for the 2024 Olympics The world of surf contest judging might be on the cusp of a revolution, thanks to the potential integration of drones. The International Surfing Association’s (ISA) recent stand against the construction of a judging tower for the 2024 Olympic Games in Teahupo’o, Tahiti, brought an unexpected proposal to…
The Rise of Kamikaze Drones In the challenging landscape of the Ukraine-Russia conflict, Ukraine has innovated its warfare strategy by increasingly relying on FPV (First Person View) drones, transforming the dynamics of the frontline. A Shift in Warfare Tactics With Western funding drying up, Ukraine’s military has been compelled to adapt. The country has turned…
Costco has rolled out an exciting deal for drone enthusiasts, offering the DJI Mini 3 Bundle for just $429. This bundle, a must-have for both amateur
DJI, a leader in drone technology, officially launched the DJI FlyCart 30 outside China, marking a significant advancement in aerial or drone delivery.
Introduction to the Debate on Drone Use in Hunting Pennsylvania state officials are deliberating a significant change in hunting regulations: the legalization of drones for tracking wounded deer. This proposal, spurred by an incident involving drone use in Lancaster County, challenges existing laws designed to uphold fair hunting practices. The Case That Sparked the Debate…
A Milestone in Canadian Drone Logistics Drone Delivery Canada (DDC) has achieved a groundbreaking milestone with the recent approval from Transport Canada for Beyond Visual Line-of-Sight (BVLOS) flights, coupled with the authorization to transport dangerous goods. This significant development in drone logistics marks a transformative step in the healthcare industry, promising to revolutionize the
Introduction to DJI Mic 2’s Upcoming Launch DJI, a leader in drone and camera technology, is on the brink of launching its latest product, the DJI Mic 2 wireless microphone system. The arrival of the second component of the Mic 2 system at the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) signals that DJI is gearing up for…
Introduction to the Shahed-238 Threat The battlefield dynamics in Ukraine may witness a significant shift with the emergence of the Shahed-238 kamikaze drone, an upgraded version of the Iranian-designed Shahed UAVs. Ukrainian media recently reported the downing of the first Shahed-238, marking its possible entry into the ongoing conflict. While confirmation from the Ukrainian Air…
Tensions Rise Over Surveillance Drone Plans A south city neighborhood in St. Louis is embroiled in controversy as residents oppose plans by a private business to fly surveillance drones over the area starting January 29th. Jomo Johnson, CEO of SMS Novel, asserts his company’s right to operate drones within federal and local regulations, despite mounting…
Expanding Horizons for Convenient Shopping The beginning of 2024 marks an exciting advancement in retail and technology as Wing and Walmart extend their drone delivery service to millions of customers across the Dallas-Fort Worth (DFW) area. This expansion utilizes Wing’s recent airspace approvals, covering the entire Dallas community, and signifies a significant leap in making…
Surveillance Challenges for German Military Russian drones have been reportedly used to spy on Ukrainian troops training with Leopard battle tanks in Germany, posing significant surveillance challenges for the German armed forces. Despite being a recurring issue for over a year, German forces have yet to intercept any of these unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) or…
Rapid Expansion in UAV Production Ukraine’s burgeoning drone industry has reached a pivotal moment as local manufacturers significantly boost their production of Unmanned Aerial Vehicles (UAVs). This surge has led to an intriguing situation: the state’s current procurement budget is insufficient to absorb the entirety of these domestically produced drones. Mykhailo Fedorov, Ukraine’s Deputy Prime…
I traveled to Saskatchewan to work on a project for drone software called TrackSense that is set to revolutionize the way railways are inspected.
The 2024 National Public Safety Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Conference is set to revolutionize the way drones are used in public safety.
The Next Leap in Agricultural Technology The Alabama Cooperative Extension System is set to host the innovative Spray Drone End-User Conference from February 26 to 29 at The Lodge at Gulf State Park, Gulf Shores, Alabama. Following the success of the first virtual conference in 2023, this year’s event, spearheaded by weed scientist Steve Li…
Pioneering Partnership in Aerospace In a significant move within the aerospace sector, Spirit Aeronautical Systems SA (SAS) from Greece and Garuda Aerospace SA from India have joined forces. This collaboration between SAS, renowned for its military drones, and Garuda Aerospace SA, a leader in civilian drone applications, is reportedly a milestone in drone technology and…
Transforming Firefighting Strategies In downtown Morristown, a challenging fire at the old Parks-Belk building became the impetus for an innovative firefighting approach. Struggling to contain the fire, Morristown Fire Department turned to an unexpected ally: drone technology from the Morristown Police Department. Drone Intervention: A New Perspective The police department’s drone, typically used
Unveiling the Covert Drone Venture Eric Schmidt, the former CEO of Google, is channeling his expertise and resources into a confidential military drone project. With the aim of offering an American counterpart to Chinese drones, this initiative focuses on developing unmanned aircraft for battlefield use. Schmidt’s interest in this venture is significantly influenced by his…
Konrad Iturbe highlighted that there were pictures of an Autel EVO Max 4T drone and grenade-dropping systems at the Autel Robotics conference
Kamikawa Announces Financial Aid in Kyiv Japanese Foreign Minister Yoko Kamikawa, in an unexpected visit to Kyiv, sought shelter in a bomb shelter during an air alert. She announced substantial Japanese support to help Ukraine combat Russian drone strikes, pledging millions to NATO and donating crucial equipment, reported Reuters. Responding to Drone Crisis Kamikawa emphasized…
What can we expect to see in the world of drones over the next year? Are we going to continue to see incremental features added to current models, or will we finally be introduced to something this year that will truly blow our minds? Hi everyone, welcome back to the channel. For those of you…
Good day, folks! Shawn here from Air Photography. Just a quick little video today, and we’re going to be talking about the 3x camera on the DJI Air 3 drone. 3x Compression with the DJI Air 3 Drone I’ve had some questions and I’ve seen some comments on my channel about what the point is…
Innovative Rescue Operation In a heartwarming display of technology aiding in animal rescue, a thermal drone successfully located Ulysse, a missing Hungarian wire-haired vizsla, in Bedfordshire, in the United Kingdom. The Disappearance Ulysse vanished on December 20 during a walk in Houghton Conquest. Despite thorough searches, he remained missing for 12 days, according to the…
In a remarkable use of technology, Scottsdale Police swiftly apprehended a burglary suspect at the American Fine Art gallery, thanks to a police drone.
One email with the drone news that matters — DJI, FAA, public safety, and everything in between, straight from the newsroom. No spam, no fluff.
