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DJI RC Firmware Update and DJI Fly app Update – v1.9.4
On Thursday, we got a firmware update for the DJI RC and and update for the DJI Fly app. It is now at version 1.9.0.4, and for the most part, this
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Legislation proposed to restrict drone purchases from countries classified as national security threats
Senators Mark R. Warner and Rick Scott introduced the American Security Drone Act of 2023, legislation aimed at prohibiting drone purchases
Drone Research
Special FAA waiver for UAF drone research program
The University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) drone research program achieved a significant milestone as it gained approval from the FAA to oversee
DJI
DJI Matrice 30T – The Perfect Search and Rescue Drone
Why a drone like DJI's M30T is such an important and valuable tool when it comes to conducting search and rescue operations. So just the other
Autel Robotics
Nebraska State Patrol uses drone technology to speed up the investigation of cases
The Nebraska State Patrol is using drone technology to speed up the investigation of cases. The drone program is approximately two years old.
DJI
DJI Mini 3 Pro and a Part 107 certificate can be a powerful combination
A DJI Mini 3 Pro and a Part 107 certificate from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) can be a powerful combination and could kickstart your professional drone pilot career. DJI Mini 3 Pro for commercial work In recent years drones, such as the DJI Mini 3 Pro, have become so good that you could for…
Airport
Drone racing Champion lands work for Justin Bieber and Will Smith
As a drone racing champion, Alex Vanover revealed that winning the 2019 Drone Racing League World Championship provided him with significant opportunities. Victory in the championship enabled him to receive sponsorship deals, attend premieres, dine at the best restaurants, and receive free items. Vanover claimed that he still enjoys drone racing, but filming for stars…
Germany
Drone flights over Giga Berlin banned by Tesla
Tesla has banned drones from flying over its Giga Berlin factory in Germany, leaving drone pilots disappointed, according to a recent report.
Skydio
Skydio joins UAS4STEM to empower youth drone pilots
Skydio, a leading US drone and software manufacturer, has joined the Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) education program, UAS4STEM, to help empower young drone pilots and promote the use of drones in STEM education. The UAS4STEM program is a national competition that challenges student teams to design, build, and program a UAS to complete a…
DJI
Chinese Drones Continue to Support Russia’s War in Ukraine Despite Sanctions
Small Chinese drones, such as the DJI Mavic 3, are still being used by the Kremlin to target Ukrainian forces, latest customs data suggest.
FAA
Spright receives first-of-its-kind FAA BVLOS Waiver for drone operations
Spright, a turnkey drone solutions provider, has earned a nationwide, non-geo-specific Certificate of Waiver from the FAA for BVLOS drone...
Skydio
New York Power Authority Receives FAA Waiver for Automated Skydio Drone Operations
The New York Power Authority (NYPA announced that it received its first federal approval to conduct unmanned aircraft system (UAS) or Skydio drone operations beyond the visual line of sight (BVLOS) of the pilot in command. This Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) waiver enables NYPA to conduct fully remote drone operations for infrastructure inspections and to…
Sony
Freefly urges Astro drone operators to keep their aircraft grounded
Drone manufacturer Freefly has urged all operators of the Astro drone system to ground their aircraft after a recent crash of an Astro drone
DJI
DJI SDK Release? Super Bowl Drone Incursions, Texas Drone Workshop, Kuddos!
This week, we have four stories for you: the DJI SDK, a new DJI Mini 2 SE, the Super Bowl drone incursions, which were down this year, and the upcoming Texas Drone Workshop, which is right around the corner. And then, finally, we have kudos for some industry folks. So let’s get to it. DJI…
DJI
DJI celebrates 16th anniversary with a drone show
DJI, the world’s leading drone maker, recently celebrated its 16th birthday with a spectacular drone show over its new headquarters in Shenzhen, China. The event was a testament to the company’s impressive growth since its inception in 2006. Founded by Frank Wang, DJI’s first drone prototypes were created in his college dorm room. The company…
United States
Researchers use dead birds to make spy drones to monitor wildlife
A group of researchers disclosed how they successfully developed spy drones from the bodies of stuffed dead birds. The unmanned aircraft...
DJI
xDynamics Evolve 2 Cinema Drone – Is it worth $3,699?
I've been flying the xDynamics Evolve 2 since March last year. I've been experimenting with it, trying it out in different conditions, in a variety of...
Brinc
NEW BRINC drone, TN Law Bans Non-NDAA, NEW FAA CBO, NEW DJI!
This week, we have four stories for you with a lot of new stuff. We have a new drone announcement from BRINC. We have a Tennessee lot that could ban Non-NDA drones from government use. Furthermore, we have a new FAA CBO and then also potentially a new DJI drone. So let’s get to it.…
Texas
Texas Drone Workshop Comes to Houston on February 18-19
The aviation industry is taking flight in a whole new direction. So, come to the Texas Drone Workshop in Houston, for any aspiring drone pilot to become part of the action and learn from the best! Designed for individuals with an interest in unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs), the workshop will introduce attendees to the various…
DJI
DJI Mini 2 SE… SE-riously the best beginner drone
Priced at $369, higher than expected, the DJI Mini 2 SE is SEriously the best and most affordable beginner drone once available on March 22nd.
DJI
DJI Mini 2 SE price likely to be around $299. DJI Mini drone shoots 2.7K video
As we get closer to the launch date of the DJI Mini 2 SE (tomorrow), more and more images, pricing, and specs are surfacing. Here's the latest...
DJI
Topodrone used DJI M300 drone to perform a LIDAR survey of Swiss lake
Topodrone used a DJI M300 drone to perform a LIDAR and bathymetric survey of a 109-acre lake and surrounding area in Switzerland.
DJI
DJI Avata Drone Long-Term Review After 6 Months Of Flying
Long-term review of the original DJI Avata after six months of flying: durability, crash resistance, battery life, image quality, and who it is for.
Germany
FPV drone flies through Tesla Giga Berlin stamping process
"Ever flown through an active stamping press?" is what Tesla Europe just asked when they shared a FPV drone video of just that.
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