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US chopper pilots claim highly customized drone “performed like no other”
US helicopter pilots claim a highly customized drone “performed like no other” in eluding capture. The facts of an inquiry into illegal drone activities that occurred in Tuscon, Arizona, in February were published Tuesday by records obtained by a military, defense,…
European Commission requests feedback on Drone Strategy 2.0
Do you have a clear vision for the further development of the European drone sector? On which fronts should the EU give way to drones and their applications? What do you think about electric forms of manned aviation? Do you…
Walmart invests in drone delivery company DroneUp
Walmart has made an investment in DroneUp, a drone delivery startup. During the corona crisis, Walmart already partnered with DroneUp to deliver COVID-19 test kits to customers. In the future, Walmart also wants to use drones for delivering groceries, thereby…
FAA launches The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST)
Earlier this year, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) had issued a request for entities interested in serving as test administrators for The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST). Today, the agency is taking its new test for hobbyist drone pilots live.
Amazon Prime Day 2021: Deals on DJI Mavic Mini Combo and OM4
Amazon Prime Day 2021 is happening today and tomorrow. Currently, there are discounts to be had on the original DJI Mavic Mini and the DJI OM4.
FPV drone pilot shoots next-level wedding video
Let’s face it, a lot of wedding videos are actually pretty dull. The bride and groom get dressed, family and friends gather, then finally comes the yes, the cutting of the cake, followed by the necessary obligatory images of the…
DJI Fly app update – Download version 1.4.4 today
DJI just updated the DJI Fly app to version 1.4.4. This new version does not seem to bring any new features other than it “fixes certain issues and optimizes overall app quality.”
PIXL Drone Show #13: Autel CEO Randall Warnas talks drone industry
In this latest episode, the 13th already, of our PIXL Drone Show we talk to Autel CEO Randall Warnas about the drone industry, Autel’s strategy, marketing plans, and more. Be sure to check it out on Youtube, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or…
Belgian police deployed new anti-drone system during Biden visit
During the visit of US President Joe Biden to the NATO summit in Brussels, the Belgian police made use of a new anti-drone system, the Skywall 100, for the first time. In combination with a drone jammer, this system can…
DJI Mini SE release date is July 15th – $299
The DJI Mini SE drone that was recently leaked with ‘help’ from Walmart will be released on July 15th. The drone will be priced at $299, which practically makes it a no-brainer for anyone who is looking to get into…
DJI Mini 2 & Smart Controller now compatible – Firmware v.01.03.0000
With DJI’s latest firmware update (v.01.03.0000) for the DJI Mini 2, the sub-250-gram drone is now compatible with the DJI Smart Controller. The update also addresses a bug in the automatic battery discharge.
Medication delivered by drone in The Netherlands
The ANWB and PostNL will soon deliver medication by drone in a series of test flights between Rhoon and Oud-Beijerland in The Netherlands. The aim is to investigate how blood and medicines can be urgently transported by drone from Erasmus…
The world’s first ‘race’ with manned drones is a fact
Forget Formula 1: in the future, racing will be through the air instead of on the asphalt. What could that look like? You can see that in this video of the world’s first ‘race’ with manned drones. Ok, it wasn’t…
Johnny FPV shoots new Porsche commercial
Car manufacturer Porsche put a new commercial online this week that is a veritable FPV feast! Normally not something to pay much attention to, because such a Taycan Cross Turismo is not affordable for most of us. This time, however,…
Sony Airpeak S1, a $9k drone for full-frame Sony Alpha cameras
Autel announces EVO II V2 drones with increased transmission
Autel Robotics announces new EVO II V2 drones with an increased transmission stability that would significantly enhance the user experience, says new CEO Randall Warnass.
Drone video of Great Tennessee Airshow 2021 under FAA investigation
A drone video of the Great Tennessee Airshow 2021 is allegedly under investigation by a number of government agencies, including the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
PIXL Drone Show #12 – Upcoming Autel Enterprise Drones
In this latest episode, the 12th already, of our PIXL Drone Show we talk to Brady Reisch from Autel Robotics. Join us while we learn about the new Autel Evo RTK, the VTOL Dragonfish, Autel and upcoming Remote ID requirements,…
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