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German researchers develop rescue drone that recognizes calls for help
German researchers have developed a rescue drone that can recognize calls for help from people on the ground and link a position to it.
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Drone Incidents
Former Gatwick drone incident suspects: “Police try to cover up failure”
A couple who were mistakenly detained now suspect the police of covering up the Gatwick drone incident to protect their own reputation.
Autel Robotics
DJI loses market share in US to Autel and Skydio, says Skywatch
DJI's market share in the United States has declined by 7% since 2018 in favor of competitors Autel Robotics and Skydio, reports Skywatch.
China
Drone show in China goes horribly wrong: dozens of drones crashed
During a drone show in China, dozens of drones crashed and suddenly fell down, resulting in several injuries. Although the show took place...
DJI
DJI Mini SE shows up in FCC filings, confirming US launch
However, today we see that the DJI Mini SE shows up in the FCC filing. Surprise, surprise! On June 16th, we reported that the DJI Mini SE...
Drones for Good
PIXL Drone Show #15: DroneResponders and Public Safety Drones
In this latest episode, the 14th already, of our PIXL Drone Show we talk to Charles Werner, Director of DroneResponders about the challenges
Parrot
The Anafi AI is for professionals, Parrot says. Can we trust them to deliver?
Do we trust French dronemaker Parrot to deliver and provide us with a real work-horse drone? Let's take a closer look at the Anafi AI.
Wing Aviation
Google’s Wing launches free OpenSky app for iOS and Android
To help drone pilots fly legally and obtain LAANC approval where needed, Wing, the drone delivery startup launched the free OpenSky app.
DJI
Detailed DJI Mavic 3 photos of shell and battery leaked
Check out these detailed DJI Mavic 3 photos! It seems that DJI isn't holding back on production on what will be their best (pro)consumer drone
FLIR Systems
FLIR Systems is now Teledyne FLIR after successful merger
FLIR Systems is now included in Teledyne’s Digital Imaging segment and operates under the new name Teledyne FLIR. Teledyne completed the...
DJI
First unboxing video of the DJI Mini SE surfaces on Youtube
Of course, this couldn't take long. Earlier today the first unboxing video of the DJI Mini SE surfaced on Youtube, confirming all the specs..
DJI
DJI Mini SE specs shown on the DJI Brasil website
Let's take a closer look at the DJI Mini SE specs and some photos of this attractively priced but low-end specced drone on the DJI site.
Parrot
Parrot launches new Anafi AI drone with 4G connectivity
The Anafi AI, a new drone from European drone manufacturer Parrot, will be available in the second half of 2021. It's the first time 4G has..
PIXL Drone Show
PIXL Drone Show #14: Aloft (Kittyhawk) CEO Jon Hegranes talks LAANC
In this latest episode, the 14th already, of our PIXL Drone Show we talk to Aloft (formerly Kittyhawk) CEO Jon Hegranes about LAANC, RID...
FAA
FAA’s TRUST training is a must for recreational and Part 107 drone pilots
As you might have heard the FAA introduced The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST) for recreational and Part 107 drone pilots and hobbyists.
Firefighters
Take the handcuffs off. Let us fly drones, says Fire Chief Schapelhouman
Fire Chief Harold Schapelhouman of the Menlo Park District said “Take the handcuffs off,” he said. “Let us fly [drones].”
Canada
Aerial footage of Aircraft Sculpture ‘Gravitas’ by Keith Harder
Sometimes you need a drone to appreciate the beauty of art. This is the case with the Aircraft Sculpture 'Gravitas' by Keith Harder.
Netherlands
Dutch drone pilot uses DJI Mini 2 to make 3D model of historic building
Using a DJI Mini 2, he took hundreds of photos of the historic city gate. These were converted into a photo-realistic 3D model by means...
Arizona
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
Europe
European Commission requests feedback on Drone Strategy 2.0
The European Commission calls on drone operators to express their views on a drone strategy 2.0 for Europe to promote sustainable...
DroneUp
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...
FAA
FAA launches The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST)
Today, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) launches The Recreational UAS Safety Test (TRUST) for hobbyist drone pilots.
DJI Mini 2
Amazon Prime Day 2021: Deals on DJI Mavic Mini Combo and OM4
Amazon Prime Day 2021 is happening today. Currently, there are discounts to be had on the original DJI Mavic Mini and the DJI OM4.
FPV
FPV drone pilot shoots next-level wedding video
However, FPV drone pilot Andy Lawrence takes a very different approach: his piloting skills make for a very refreshing wedding video.
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