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Georgia to Ban Chinese Drones in Major Security Push
Georgia Lawmakers Push Drone Regulations, Targeting Chinese Manufacturers and Public Safety Georgia lawmakers are advancing comprehensive drone regulations through multiple bills, with bipartisan support focusing on national security and public safety concerns, according to state legislative documents. The measures would…
7 Essential Tips to Know Before Buying Your First Drone
So here you are, with your investment and high expectations. You’ve watched countless YouTube videos of drone flights – some peaceful, some thrilling – and you want to recreate them all. Right now you’re imagining yourself flying your new drone…
Drone Etiquette Guide: 7 Essential Rules for Responsible Pilots
The Drone Etiquette Guide includes these 7 essential rules for responsible drone pilots: Dronetiquette. That’s a totally made up word. But don’t worry, my intentions are good. One thing I always tell my students is “the best thing you can…
Canadian Tourist Charged with Illegal Drone Photography at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station
A 71-year-old Canadian visitor faces federal charges after allegedly photographing classified areas at Cape Canaveral Space Force Station using a drone over three consecutive days. According to a news release from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Middle District of…
Why you should try a cheap $25 drone first
How my horror story began My first drone was a DJI Mavic Air. The original one. And I paid $600 for that drone. In 2017, 600 bucks wasn’t loose change. Even for a drone. It was hard earned money, many…
DJI RS 4 Mini Combo: Compact Gimbal with AI Tracking Priced at $430
According to a retail listing exclusively shared with DroneXL, DJI’s upcoming RS 4 Mini Combo stabilizer has been priced at $659 AUD (~$430 USD), featuring the new RS Intelligent Tracking Module. The listing from Australian retailer Georges Camera reveals the…
Russian Drones Run on Smuggled Tech via China, Intel Reveals
China has emerged as the primary channel for Western technology reaching Russia’s military drone program, with approximately 80% of critical components now flowing through Chinese supply chains, according to a comprehensive national security report released Wednesday by Estonia’s foreign intelligence…
DJI Matrice 30T Enhances Washington Township Police Emergency Response
Washington Township Police Department, Ohio has acquired a DJI Matrice 30T drone for emergency response and search-and-rescue operations, with funding of $17,000 provided primarily through the Washington Township Police Officers Association, according to Chief Michael Thompson. The department’s new M30T…
Draganfly Secures Rare FAA Waiver for Urban Drone Operations in Boston
Canadian drone manufacturer Draganfly received a waiver from the Federal Aviation Administration, allowing limited drone operations over people and moving vehicles in Boston. The company announced the approval through an official FAA filing and press release. The waiver provides specific…
Wingcopter LiDAR, Man Accused of Breaking TFR, Pelican 2, Skyebrowse Interior Update
Welcome to Weekly UAS News Update! We have five stories for you this week. As we hit our 300th week, we’ll cover Wingcopter’s new LiDAR unit, a Baltimore man facing felonies for flying over NFL games, the PYKA Pelican 2…
DJI Mini 5 Pro Leak Reveals Game-Changing Features Below 250g
A newly leaked promotional image of the DJI Mini 5 Pro has surfaced, suggesting significant technological advancements while maintaining the crucial sub-250-gram weight class. The Spanish-language marketing material, first shared on social media platform X, reveals several noteworthy upgrades including…
DJI Teases Osmo Mobile 7 Launch: AI Tracking Takes Center Stage Feb 18
DJI has released its second teaser today, this time unveiling what appears to be the DJI Osmo Mobile 7 smartphone gimbal, set to launch February 18, 2025, at 8 AM EST. The teaser, which has already garnered 12,000 views, reveals…
DJI RS4 Mini With AI Tracking Module Launches Feb 20 – What to Expect
DJI has released a cryptic teaser for what now appears to be a new AI-powered tracking module for the upcoming DJI RS4 Mini handheld gimbal, featuring a distinctive black cylindrical form factor with an illuminated green LED ring. The announcement,…
123 Drones: Russia’s Biggest Ukraine Strike Follows Trump-Putin Deal
Russian forces executed their most extensive coordinated drone strike of the year against Ukrainian cities, deploying a combined force of Shahed drones and Iskander-M ballistic missiles mere hours after former President Trump’s conversation with Vladimir Putin, according to Ukrainian Air…
Rogue Drone Blocks Emergency Chopper in Child Rescue Drama
A medical helicopter rescue operation in Orangefield, Texas was impeded by a rogue drone, delaying emergency transport for a three-year-old drowning victim, according to Orange County EDS #2 Assistant Fire Chief Joshua Taylor. The incident occurred around 4:20 PM Sunday…
Culver City Drone Operator to Plead Guilty in Landmark Super Scooper Collision Case
In a precedent-setting case highlighting the serious consequences of unauthorized drone operations during emergency response situations, a Culver City resident is scheduled to plead guilty Wednesday to federal charges after his drone collided with and damaged a firefighting aircraft during…
Missing Pet? NY Drone Expert Has 90% Success Rate
In an innovative application of drone technology, retired State Police investigator Chad Tavernia has revolutionized pet recovery services in northern New York’s challenging terrain. Operating North Country Drone Search & Recovery, Tavernia has successfully located 42 dogs and 11 other…
DJI Faces New Pressure as Vance Warns of Foreign Tech Risks
The regulatory storm surrounding DJI drones in the U.S. shows no signs of clearing, and Vice President JD Vance’s recent comments at the Artificial Intelligence Action Summit in Paris only reinforce the broader momentum against Chinese-made tech. While Vance did…
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