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DJI Mavic 4 Pro: Gimbal Capabilities and Vertical Filming Workaround
Good day, folks! Shawn here from Air Photography. The DJI Mavic 4 Pro has been out for about two weeks, and I’m still blown away by its capabilities, especially the gimbal. The new Infinity gimbal is an engineering marvel, packed…
How to Register Your Drone in 2025 (Avoid $10,000 Fines)
Did you know that in the United States, failing to register your drone could result in a fine of up to $10,000? Don’t take the risk. In the next few minutes, I’ll guide you through the step-by-step process of registering…
DJI Mavic 4 Pro First Full ActiveTrack Flight – Way Too Cautious!
Today, we’re conducting our first Active Track flight with the DJI Mavic 4 Pro at my usual testing area for drones I review. Although I haven’t used Active Track yet, I already have thoughts about how this drone will perform.…
DJI Mavic 4 Pro vs. Air 3S Active Track Test – One Clear Winner!
Today, I’m conducting a simple test to compare the active track performance of the DJI Mavic 4 Pro and the Air 3S. I’ve noticed that the Mavic 4 Pro’s active track response is sluggish, as seen in videos like DC…
Norway’s Offshore Drone Inspections Revolutionize Oil Platform Safety with Aker Solutions
In a groundbreaking move for the drone industry, Norway is advancing offshore oil platform inspections with a permanently installed DJI Dock drone system on the Edvard Grieg platform, operated by Aker BP ASA. Pilots in Stavanger, located 112 miles (180…
DJI Drones in Harry Potter? UK Village Privacy Invasion Revealed
DJI Drones in Castle Combe? Well, in this Cotswolds’ postcard-perfect village, that looks like it’s been plucked straight from Hogsmeade, with its honey-colored cottages and winding lanes so enchanting you half expect to spot Harry, Hermione, and Ron sipping butterbeer…
Smart Drone Swarms: The Future of Warfare or a Sci-Fi Fever Dream from Lockheed and IBM?
In a world where warfare moves faster than my attempts to parallel park (not my fault that I’m not only a drone pilot but also a Limo driver), Lockheed Martin and IBM’s Red Hat have teamed up to unleash a…
Ukrainian Drone Strike Cripples Russian Air Force in Unprecedented Attack
On June 1, 2025, Ukraine launched a stunning drone offensive, codenamed Operation Spider’s Web, obliterating over 40 Russian military aircraft, including strategic bombers critical to Moscow’s war machine. Executed with smuggled first-person view (FPV) drones launched from modified trucks, this…
Israel’s Iron Beam Laser: A New Era in Air Defense
Israel has achieved a significant milestone in military technology by successfully deploying a high-powered laser system, known as Iron Beam or Magen Or, to neutralize Hezbollah drones during the ongoing Middle East conflict. This marked the world’s first operational use…
DJI Flip Price Slashes: Ugly Duckling Drone Steals the Show at $639!
Ukraine’s Largest Drone Strike Targets Russian Airbases in Siberia, Hits Over 40 Warplanes
On June 1, 2025, Ukraine executed a massive drone assault on Russian military airbases deep within Siberia, targeting over 40 warplanes, including strategic bombers, in what could be the most significant drone operation of the ongoing conflict. A Ukrainian security…
Elon Musk, the U.S. Drone Industry Needs Your Vision to Soar
Dear Elon Musk, As a reporter who has covered the drone industry for nine years, first with DroneDJ, now with DroneXL, I’m writing to you on behalf of drone professionals, recreational pilots, and first responders. The U.S. drone sector faces…
Russia’s Drone Attacks Escalate in Kherson: A Grim Reality for Civilians and Drone Defense
In Kherson, Ukraine, Russian forces have intensified drone attacks on civilians, targeting the city with what local officials call a “safari” of terror. According to a recent report by The Hill, these attacks have killed at least 150 civilians and…
Kremlin Stages Drone Attack on Putin’s Helicopter, Investigation Reveals
On May 30, 2025, a dramatic narrative emerged from Russian state media claiming that Kremlin leader Vladimir Putin’s helicopter came under fire from Ukrainian drones during a visit to Kursk Oblast. However, a recent investigation by The Moscow Times has…
Trump’s New Orders Likely To Ban Chinese DJI Drones, Impacting Pilots And Drone Industry
President Donald Trump’s upcoming executive orders, set to be signed next week, may drastically alter the U.S. drone market by potentially banning Chinese-made drones from companies like DJI and Autel. According to a recent Washington Post report, these orders aim…
Parker Police Drone Rescues Missing Child in Colorado
On May 30, 2025, Parker Police in Colorado used a DJI Matrice drone to locate a missing child, demonstrating the value of aerial technology in search-and-rescue missions. After ground crews failed to find the child in a remote area, the…
Cleveland Explores Drone as First Responder Program for Fire and EMS 911 Calls
Cleveland, Ohio, is taking a bold step toward modernizing emergency response by exploring the use of drones for fire and EMS 911 calls. The city has issued a Request for Qualifications (RFQ) to technology firms, inviting proposals for a “Drone…
Greenfield Police Pioneer Drone First Responders with DJI Technology
On May 29, 2025, the Greenfield Police Department made history as the first in their county to deploy drones as first responders, leveraging cutting-edge technology to enhance emergency response capabilities. Using the DJI Dock and a modified DJI M30 drone,…
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