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Amazon Takes First Steps Toward Drone Delivery in Europe with Italian Test Flight
Amazon has achieved a significant milestone in its European drone delivery ambitions, successfully completing its first test flight in Italy using the MK-30 delivery drone, reports Reuters. The December 4th test, conducted in the central Italian town of San Salvo,…
Drone Industry Warns of Devastating Impact from Proposed Chinese Drone Restrictions
Drone Industry veteran Vic Moss is raising urgent concerns about potential restrictions on Chinese-made drones being considered for inclusion in the National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA). Speaking in his personal capacity and on behalf of the Drone Service Providers Alliance…
Urgent NDAA Developments Could Severely Impact US Drone Industry
Industry expert Vic Moss has raised urgent concerns about potential restrictions on Chinese-made drones being fast-tracked through Congress, warning of devastating consequences for the US Drone Industry if certain provisions are included in the upcoming National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA).…
Ukraine Unveils Long-Range “Hell” Drone with 430-Mile Strike Capability
Ukraine has revealed its latest domestically-produced unmanned aerial system called “Peklo” (meaning “Hell” in Ukrainian), showcasing a significant advancement in the country’s indigenous drone development capabilities. The new drone-missile hybrid boasts an operational range of 430 miles – more than…
North Dakota Proposes $15M to Replace Chinese-Made Government Drones
North Dakota lawmakers are pushing forward with ambitious legislation to replace nearly 90% of state-owned drones manufactured in China, addressing mounting national security concerns about critical infrastructure surveillance. The proposed bill, introduced by Republican Representative Mike Nathe, would allocate $15…
OpenAI Partners with Anduril for Counter-Drone Defense Systems, Marking Major Policy Shift
OpenAI’s recent partnership with defense technology company Anduril marks a significant departure from its previous stance on military applications, with direct implications for the drone defense sector. The collaboration aims to develop AI models for countering unmanned aerial threats, representing…
Thermal Drone Locates Missing Elderly Man and Dog in Georgia Within Seconds
A Hall County Sheriff’s drone operator located a missing 79-year-old man with dementia and his dog in just 23 seconds using thermal imaging technology, demonstrating the growing importance of drone capabilities in time-critical Search and Rescue operations. The successful Thanksgiving…
DroneUp Secures FAA Part 135 Certification, Opening New Era for Drone Delivery
DroneUp has achieved a significant milestone by becoming the sixth U.S. drone operator to receive Part 135 air carrier certification from the Federal Aviation Administration. This certification transforms the Virginia Beach-based company’s delivery capabilities, allowing transport of third-party cargo and…
DJI Mavic 4 Pro Rumored Specs: Mind-Blowing Features Include Internal ND Filter
With an increasing number of leaked images and videos surfacing, signs point to an imminent DJI Mavic 4 Pro launch. The latest, rumored DJI Mavic 4 Pro drone specifications come from Hakasushi, a leaker known for previous accurate information about…
Leaked DJI Mavic 4 Pro Prototype Seemingly Confirms New Camera, LiDAR and Extended Flight Time
A flurry of leaked photos and videos emerged this morning on X, providing an unprecedented look at what appears to be the DJI Mavic 4 Pro prototype in testing. The footage, shared by prominent industry insiders Jasper Ellens, OsitaLV, and…
Drone News: Big Drone Ban Update, DJI Flip Leak, DroneUp P135, SkyeBrowse Update, FBI Drones over NJ
Welcome to Weekly UAS News Update! We have five stories this week, including a crucial update on a drone ban requiring immediate action, DJI Flip leaks, DroneUp receiving their Part 135 certification, Skybrowse new interior mapping capabilities, and the FBI’s…
DJI Mavic 4 Pro Surfaces in FCC Database, Potential Launch Imminent
The highly anticipated DJI Mavic 4 Pro drone has appeared in the Federal Communications Commission (FCC) database, suggesting an upcoming release that could happen within weeks. The documentation reveals two distinct models, designated as L3A and L3B, though specific differences…
DJI Mavic 4 Leak Hints at Professional-Grade Features, Including RTK Support
DJI enthusiasts are ‘buzzing with excitement’ as former DJI oracle OsitaLV shared potential specifications and features for the upcoming DJI Mavic 4 drone on X. The leak suggests that DJI’s next flagship consumer drone might blur the lines between professional…
Medevac Helicopter Diverted Due to Mystery Drones in New Jersey
A medevac helicopter was forced to abort its emergency response mission in Branchburg Township, New Jersey, after encountering unauthorized drones near the designated landing zone, reports NJ.com. The incident, which occurred on November 26, adds to growing concerns about unexplained…
Fullerton College Pioneers First West Coast Drone Bachelor’s Degree Program
A groundbreaking development in Drone Education is taking shape at Fullerton College, where the institution is set to launch its first-ever bachelor’s degree program. The Bachelor of Science in Drone and Autonomous Systems, scheduled to begin in fall 2026, marks…
Russian Drones Transform Ukrainian City into Civilian Hunting Ground: Over 9,500 Attacks Documented in Kherson
In an unprecedented campaign of urban warfare, Russian forces have unleashed a systematic drone terror campaign against civilians in Kherson, Ukraine, launching more than 9,500 drone attacks since mid-July. This marks a chilling evolution in modern warfare, where civilian populations…
OpenAI Joins Forces with Anduril to Develop Advanced AI-Powered Anti-Drone Systems
OpenAI has announced a groundbreaking partnership with Anduril Industries to integrate Artificial Intelligence technology into anti-drone defense systems, marking the AI developer’s most significant venture into the defense sector to date, reports Bloomberg. A Strategic Alliance for Drone Defense The…
DJI Air 3S Review: Professional Filmmaker Puts Drone to the Test
Veteran filmmaker Philip Bloom returns to familiar testing grounds to evaluate DJI’s latest Air 3S, bringing detailed insights into how this new drone compares to its predecessors in his comprehensive video review. Core Hardware and Sensor Improvements The one-inch sensor…
DJI O4 Air Unit Pro Leaked: New Images Reveal Significant Design Updates
Fresh leaked images have revealed exciting details about DJI’s upcoming O4 Air Unit, including both standard and Pro versions. The latest leak, shared by DJI insider Jasper Ellens, showcases what appears to be the Pro variant with enhanced features and…
A Rhyming Roast of YouTube’s Finest Drone Channels – 2024
‘T was the night before Christmas, when all through the net,The drone YouTubers gathered, their cameras all set. Aldryn from FlytPath, the king of the skies,His polished perfection makes others all sigh.He’s smart and he’s nice, the envy of all,The…
DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro FOV Boost Lens Changes Your Perspective
Good day folks, Shawn here from Air Photography. Just another quick video for you today where we’re going to look at the DJI Osmo Action 5 Pro and the new Osmo Action Field of View Boost lens. This new Boost…
Learn How to Fly FPV With Your DJI Neo Drone Today!
So if you want to learn to fly your drone in manual mode, full acro, there is no better drone to do that than with the DJI Neo. This little drone is super cheap, and the body is fairly resilient…
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