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Sixth Annual Micro Drone Race Takes Flight at National Museum of U.S. Air Force
In a thrilling fusion of cutting-edge technology and aviation heritage, the National Museum of the U.S. Air Force in Dayton, Ohio, is gearing up to host its Sixth Annual Micro Drone Race from February 28 to March 2, 2025. Located…
Federal Air Marshals Pioneer Drone Training with Skydio X10 to Bolster Airport Security
In a groundbreaking move for aviation security, the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) has certified 18 Federal Air Marshals (FAMs) as drone pilots, completing their first training program to operate the advanced Skydio X10 small unmanned aerial system (sUAS). Reported…
6 Proven Ways to Maximize Your Drone’s Battery Life
Hello my dear pilots out there! Are you having battery problems? It’s so nice to see you again, here in our newbies corner. Every 8 months or so, the main drone manufacturer DJI enlightens our lives with another new drone…
DJI Drone D-Log Guide: 3 reasons to Use This Professional Color Profile
Hello there, fellow pilot! Today I am going to explain when you should use the D-log color profile on your dji drone. What kind of log is a “D-log”? First of all, what does D-log mean? D-log is a video…
Small Drone Aids Tactical Response in Phoenix Shooting
On February 22, 2025, Phoenix Police deployed a small drone during a tactical response to a shooting near 19th Avenue and Glendale Avenue, where a woman was found shot and a man was discovered dead from an apparent self-inflicted gunshot.…
DJI Mavic 4 Pro’s Mysterious Sensor Sparks LiDAR Debate for Obstacle Avoidance
In a revealing post on X by DJI watcher Jasper Ellens , a new image of the highly anticipated DJI Mavic 4 Pro showcases a mysterious sensor integrated on one of its propeller arms. The discovery, highlighted with a red…
Introducing the Freefly Astro Max: A Powerhouse Industrial Drone
The Freefly Astro Max is the latest addition to Freefly Systems’ lineage of compact industrial drones, officially unveiled on February 20, 2025. Designed to tackle demanding jobs with ease, this drone boasts double the payload capacity and 60% more thrust…
DEFENSE Act Gains Sports Industry Backing to Combat Drone Threats at Stadiums
A bipartisan bill introduced on February 20, 2025, by Senators Tom Cotton (R-Ark.) and Jacky Rosen (D-Nev.) is set to enhance drone security at major U.S. sporting events. Known as the Disabling Enemy Flight Entry and Neutralizing Suspect Equipment (DEFENSE)…
Drone Hits Hilton Midtown: Safety Risks Rise in NYC
A hotel guest’s drone crashed into the New York Hilton Midtown early Friday, February 21, 2025, scattering debris across Sixth Avenue and prompting a temporary block closure—a drone incident that amplifies safety concerns in urban airspace, especially following DJI’s recent…
Thermal Imaging Drone Assists in Suspect Capture After Michigan Car Crash
In a compelling demonstration of drone technology’s growing role in public safety, the Grand Traverse County Sheriff’s Department successfully deployed a thermal imaging drone to apprehend a suspect who fled a car crash in Fife Lake Township, Michigan, on February…
MIT Unveils MiFly: Revolutionary Low-Power Drone Navigation System for Indoor Environments
In a significant advancement for drone technology, MIT researchers have developed MiFly, a groundbreaking system that enables drones to navigate autonomously in indoor, low-visibility environments using radio frequency (RF) waves. Announced by MIT News, this innovation tackles a longstanding challenge…
New England pilot wins GoPro Award for daring FPV Matterhorn drone flight along Hornli Ridge
In a recently announced recognition of FPV drone piloting excellence, New England-based pilot Joshua Turner has received a GoPro Award for his breathtaking ascent of the Matterhorn’s notorious Hornli Ridge. The footage, captured in 2022, showcases Turner’s masterful navigation of…
Police Drone’s Thermal Camera and Spotlight Guide Night Rescue of Man from Icy Brook
The Ossining Police Department successfully rescued a man who had fallen into an icy brook during a late-night emergency response on Wednesday, February 19, 2025, utilizing their department drone’s infrared camera and spotlight capabilities. The incident, reported by Daily Voice…
Arizona Proposes Law Enabling Police to Take Down Drug-Trafficking Drones Near Mexican Border
A new piece of legislation in Arizona could grant local law enforcement the authority to intercept and disable drones suspected of drug trafficking within 30 miles of the Mexican border. The bipartisan-supported measure reportedly addresses cartel drone operations while raising…
DJI Pocket 3 Camera Worth it in 2025? A Long Term Review
The DJI Pocket 3 easily became my favorite camera of 2024. It has fantastic image quality, great stabilization, and excellent audio options, but what made this my favorite camera actually didn’t have to do with any of those. So, the…
Drone Crashes at Mine, GA Bill to Ban Drones, ND Rejects Drone Ban, & New DJI Products
Welcome to your weekly UAS news update! We have five stories for you this week: a drone crash into a uranium mine, a Georgia bill to ban Chinese drones, the North Dakota Senate rejecting a Chinese drone ban, the Sumas…
New DJI Dock 3 Generation Spotted in Leaked Photos
NGDrone, a reliable source for DJI product leaks, has shared images on X that appear to show the next generation of the DJI Dock 3 system. The leaked photos suggest DJI is developing an updated version of their autonomous drone-in-a-box…
DJI Neo Mini Drone: Upgrades and Accessories
Good day, folks. Shawn here from Air Photography. If you’ve recently purchased a DJI Neo, I’m going to show you a few accessories you may want to consider for it. Front Camera Protector The first item is a front camera…
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