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Daily Drone News – Tuesday November 17, 2020
Here are today’s most important drone news articles. We publish this post every weekday at 5:30 p.m. Some of these stories are from DroneXL.co and some of them will be from other sources. If you’d like to receive this in an…
Arecibo Observatory cable break assessed with drones to minimize risk
To minimize the risk to personnel, drones and remote cameras are used to investigate two cable breaks that support the 900-ton platform that is part of the Arecibo Observatory in Puerto Rico.
How to get ActiveTrack on your DJI Mini 2 drone
The DJI Mini 2 is an awesome little drone that is featherlight but as a result, lacks some noticeable features found on other DJI drones such as obstacle avoidance and DJI’s ActiveTrack. However, if you use the QuickShots on the…
Autel EVO II 8K discounted by $448 on Amazon
The Autel EVO II 8K version is now discounted by $448 on Amazon when you use a special coupon code. This drone currently retails for $1,495 but after applying the discount you will only pay $1,046.50 plus taxes. That is…
Walmart drone delivery COVID-19 test kits extends to El Paso, TX
After having launched pilots in New York and Nevada, Walmart now extends its drone delivery service of self-collecting COVID-19 test kits to El Paso, TX, starting today.
FAA to survey drone pilot fatigue and rest for future rulemaking
As the drone industry keeps expanding, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) announces a new survey to collect data on drone pilot fatigue and rest. The aviation authority will use the results from the study for future rulemaking.
Daily Drone News – Monday November 16, 2020
Here are today’s most important drone news articles. We publish this post every weekday at 5:30 p.m. Some of these stories are from DroneXL.co and some of them will be from other sources. If you’d like to receive this in an…
Nurk FPV explains what FPV drone to use for filming
In this YouTube video, Nurk FPV explains what FPV drone to use for filming considering the drone’s capabilities, client requirements, types of shots, and other considerations such as wind speed, weight, and safety.
Drone used in search for missing teen at Clear Stream Reservoir
In the Clear Creek Reservoir State Wildlife Area in Colorado, search and rescue teams are searching with the help of a drone for a teenager who disappeared after his canoe capsized. Crews rushed to the scene on Saturday night near…
DJI Inspire 2 with X7 camera captures Geneva and Romandy in Switzerland
One of our favorite drone video producers is the Russian company Timelab Pro. Armed with a DJI Inspire 2 and Zenmuse X7 camera, the team travels the world to capture the most beautiful aerial shots everywhere. For their latest drone…
Drone locates missing man from mile away saving rescuers time and energy
On the island of Borneo in Indonesia, a drone locates a missing man from more than one mile away, saving rescuers time and energy.
Drones at Augusta National show the Masters like never before
This year drones at the Augusta National Golf Club are showing The Masters like never before and the fans are appreciating it. The Augusta National Golf Club in Augusta, Georgia is known for its beautiful scenery, but the aerial perspective…
Daily Drone News – Friday November 13, 2020
Here are today’s most important drone news articles. We publish this post every weekday at 5:30 p.m. Some of these stories are from DroneXL.co and some of them will be from other sources. If you’d like to receive this in an…
Suspected drone terrorist arrested by French police during traffic control
During a traffic stop near the French city of Nancy, a man who was possibly planning to carry out a terrorist attack using a drone was arrested. In addition to a drone with an ignition mechanism on board, explosives were…
Small airplane possibly collided with a drone in the Netherlands
Last week, a small sports plane over Aalst, The Netherlands collided with an unknown object at an altitude of 1800 feet. It is suspected that it was a drone. The plane could safely land at Eindhoven Airport without any problems.…
Gilbert police officers give drone pilot hard time for legal drone flight
On September 24th, 2020, Mr. Gilbert Bystander (not his real name) was flying his drone near the intersection of South Gilbert Road and East Warner Road in Gilbert, Arizona. At this location, weekly BLM protests had been taking place in…
DJI Mavic Air 2 captures spectacular video of migrating pelicans
A drone pilot from Israel was recently flying his new DJI Mavic Air 2 when something very special happened. A flock of migrating pelicans approached from a distance. You can see how the animals arrive at ease and keep turning…
Daily Drone News – Thursday November 12, 2020
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