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Drone News: Drone Layoffs, Cessna 172 Drone Crash, and Investors for Airbus’ Zephyr Project
Amazon and other drone companies are laying off employees. A follow-up on a crash that happened between a drone and a Cessna 172.
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Long Range FPV? No problem! iFlight Chimera 7 Pro v2 Review
Take one of your Long Range FPV quads with you so you can record some epic shots because you know the location is worth it. And that's the
Remote ID
Remote ID for drones to combat Wild West in the UK skies
The United Kingdom’s government and regulators are drawing up plans to introduce Remote ID for drones to combat the current Wild West in the skies. Plans that are being made right now say that drones will have to have electronic license plates so that law enforcement and security services can track them. As in the…
Bell
It only takes 60 seconds to turn the drone on and help with a police investigation
The Papillion Police Department in Nebraska recently established a drone unit, which uses the technology to assist with ongoing investigations. It only takes 60 seconds for the Autel police drone to power up, and before you know it, it is assisting the authorities in their investigation. “From the time we show up, get our markers…
Drone Light Show
Drone show replaces Fourth of July fireworks in Ocean Beach in 2023
A drone show featuring at least 200 unmanned aircraft, will take the place of the fireworks display on the Fourth of July in Ocean Beach, San Diego.
Drone Research
Research drone collects samples of genetic material from treetops
To assist ecologists in monitoring and compiling a database of biodiversity, researchers has developed a specialized research drone that can collect
DJI
Is The Consumer Drone Market Dying in 2023?
Is the consumer drone market dying? No, that is not clickbait because it’s actually what it feels like. I just got back from CES 2023, the Consumer Electronics Show, which I’ve actually renamed the Cool Electronics Show because most of the stuff that you see there really isn’t for consumers. But regardless, the typical grind…
DJI
Police drone with thermal camera locates suspect on its first official flight
During its first official mission, a police drone with a thermal camera helped find a suspect quickly who was hiding in the woods in Ohio.
DJI
DJI Mini 3 Pro – Budget Drone Accessories You Might Need
What I'd like to show you today are some budget accessories for your Mini 3 and your Mini 3 Pro. Now, all of these products are from a company
Amazon
Amazon Prime Air lays off 80% of flight operations personnel
Today, we learn that Amazon Prime Air, the drone delivery business, laid off around 80% of its flight operations personnel without a proper warning. According to a now-former Amazon employee, personnel in all of Amazon’s drone delivery business locations, including Lockeford, College Station, Seattle, and Pendleton, are affected. The unexpected layoffs have also impacted the Amazon…
Amazon
Former Amazon manager claims he lost his job over drone safety concerns
Cheddi Skeete says he was fired from Amazon Prime Air, the company's drone delivery business, because he raised drone safety concerns.
FAA
How to Buy Used Drones — Tips, Tricks, and Tales
So, you're thinking of buying a drone? Well, getting used drones can actually get you a great deal, but no one likes to get scammed. Let's walk...
Amazon
Drone News: Amazon Manager Fired, World’s Fastest Drone, Stranded Boater Saved!
Did Amazon fired someone for voicing safety concerns about the drone program, a new world record for the fastest drone, and yes, it was pretty
DJI
New DJI Matrice 30 Thermal for Flushing Township Police Department
The police in Flushing Township, Michigan, will soon have a new tool at their disposal in the form of a DJI Matrice 30 Thermal police drone.
New Zealand
BVLOS drone project to track Maui dolphins approved by CAA
In New Zealand, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) has given its approval to a drone project that will use fixed-wing drones to monitor Maui dolphins beyond-visual-line-of-sight (BVLOS). MAUI63 is a non-profit group that works on wildlife technology. They have already made a drone with artificial intelligence that can find and track dolphins that are close…
DJI
DJI Phantom drone used to measure cellphone coverage in Ireland
A DJI Phantom drone was used to measure the cellphone coverage of Lordship and Templetown in Ireland. The aerial survey was performed
DJI
Ukrainian DJI Mavic 3 steals encrypted radio from Russian Army
Check out this video, in which you can see a Ukrainian DJI Mavic 3 drone steal an encrypted radio from the Russian army. Drones have played...
DJI
DJI Matrice 30 equipped with a thermal camera locates a car thief
The Garfield Heights Police Department in Ohio now has access to a DJI Matrice 30 with a thermal camera, which will help them find criminals. Officer Patrick Hace of the Garfield Heights Police Department stated that they recently made use of the DJI Matrice 30 police drone to determine the precise location and movement of…
Skydio
New Skydio 2/2+ Features: Panorama, Nav Camera Live View, & Keyframe Improvements!
What's going on, guys? Billy here, and Skydio has partnered up with me for this video to give away a Skydio 2+ Pro kit, which comes with the drone
DJI
DJI Avata Longterm Review. Is this DJI drone worth buying?
My first video of the year is going to be about this drone, the DJI Avata, and my long-term impressions of it. Let's get right into it.
DJI
Which is The Best DJI Remote? (RCN1 vs. RC vs. RC Pro)
If you own the Mini 3 Pro, Air 2S, or Mavic 3 drone, you can use the DJI's RC-N1, DJI RC, or the DJI RC Pro. But which one is the best DJI Remote?
DJI
DJI CES ban, FAA Delays Section 2209, Walmart/DroneUp Challenges
This week in Drone News, we have three stories for you, the DJI CES ban, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) delays Section 2209 again, and Walmart and DroneUp are facing some delivery challenges. Let’s get to it. DJI CES ban The first story this week is DJI is banned from CES. Now, if you went…
Walmart
Drone delivery service started at 2 Walmart locations in Utah
In partnership with DroneUp, Walmart started its drone delivery service for two locations in Utah. The Walmart stores that now offer items to be...
FPV
Jay Christensen shows us the world through the lens of an FPV drone
Jay Christensen is at it again! Jay, also known as jaybirdfilms shows us what the world looks like through the lens of an FPV drone. And, it is a treat!
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