Washington state drone news: regulations, industry developments, innovative uses, events, and the impact on businesses and communities in the state.
Police Seize 1,700 Fentanyl Pills and Other Narcotics in RV Park Raid In a recent development, Clarkston Police arrested 43-year-old Dustin Walton at an RV park on Friday after allegedly discovering approximately 1,700 fentanyl pills in his trailer. According to…
SocialDrone: The Grassroots Initiative Empowering Ukraine’s Drone Makers As the war in Ukraine rages on and ammunition supplies dwindle, a growing number of Ukrainian civilians are taking matters into their own hands by building drones for their military from the…
Washington State, one of the earliest and largest adopters of law enforcement drones, is allocating additional funding for vehicle-tracking technologies, including unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs). The Washington State Department of Commerce has reportedly set aside $1.43 million for proposals, with…
The United States Treasury Department has announced a new round of sanctions targeting Iran‘s drone program and steel production in response to recent Iranian drone attacks on civilian populations in Israel. According to The Washington Post, the move comes as…
In the heart of Utah, a small drone factory is experiencing a resurgence amidst growing anti-China sentiment. Teal Drones, founded by George Matus in 2015, has shifted its focus from consumer drones to military and government contracts in order to…
Em um desenvolvimento inovador, a empresa sul-africana de drones Aerobotics está transformando o setor agrícola dos EUA ao aproveitar o poder da Inteligência Artificial (IA). Com foco nos produtores de frutas e nozes, a tecnologia inovadora da Aerobotics está ajudando a melhorar o rendimento das colheitas e...
Resident Complaint Prompts Review of Lake Access and Usage The City of SeaTac in Washington State has decided to replace its traditional Fourth of July fireworks show at Angle Lake with a drone show this year. The decision comes after…
In an unprecedented move, Ukraine has targeted facilities in Russia‘s Tatarstan Republic, located 800 miles from the Ukrainian border. The attacks, carried out by drones on April 2, aimed at disrupting the production of Shahed-type attack drones and Russia’s third-largest…
In a tense standoff in Barnstable, Massachusetts, a robotic Police dog named Roscoe played a crucial role in apprehending an armed suspect while potentially saving human lives. The incident, which occurred on March 6, showcased the effectiveness of using advanced…
Zelenskiy Defends Attacks as Retaliation, Urges More US Aid In an interview with the Washington Post’s David Ignatius, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskiy vowed to continue targeting Russian oil refineries with domestically-made drones, despite the United States‘ disapproval of the campaign.…
A Bizarre Aerial Phenomenon Raises Security Questions Last December, Langley Air Force Base in Virginia became the center of an intriguing security puzzle as it experienced weeks of unexplained drone activities. Officials from the U.S. Air Force confirmed that these…
In the vast and varied landscape of American agriculture, drones have become indispensable tools, revolutionizing the way farmers monitor crop health, manage resources, and maximize yields. Among these, DJI drones, manufactured by the Chinese tech giant Da Jiang Innovations, have…
A New Era in Defense and Drone Technology In the industrial sprawl of El Segundo, California, a wave of innovation is taking place, far removed from the tech utopias once dreamed of by Silicon Valley’s pioneers. Here, in a massive…
Drone Light Shows Instead Fireworks In a groundbreaking move, the city of Tigard, Oregon, is set to illuminate the summer sky not with the traditional bursts of fireworks, but with a choreographed display of 200 drones. This decision marks a…
The Great Escape (Attempt) In a scene that might remind one of an overly dramatic crime thriller, the streets of Ellensburg, WA, played host to a modern-day manhunt. A Yakima man, with a penchant for evading the law, decided to…
Welcome to Weekly UAS News Update. We have four stories for you this week: Remote ID for the DJI Minis, an armed suspect escaped Police after shooting down a drone, a man who faces felony charges after flying over an…
Do you know the 10 simple rules for flying your drone for fun? Let’s take a look. 1. Flying your drone for fun Rule number one: You must fly your drone strictly for recreational purposes. This might sound obvious, but…
O Gabinete do Xerife da Louisiana e o Departamento de Polícia de Washington impulsionam as operações com drones avançados Em um movimento significativo para melhorar a segurança pública, o Gabinete do Xerife da Paróquia de Evangeline (EPSO), na Louisiana, e o Departamento de Polícia de Blaine (BPD), em Washington, adquiriram recentemente...
Bem-vindo à sua atualização semanal de notícias sobre UAS. Esta é a edição "Government Gone Wild". É isso mesmo, temos mais três projetos de lei de Oklahoma, Missouri e Utah, que na verdade tem dois projetos de lei que restringiriam a operação de drones. Por isso, decidimos...
Understanding the Do’s and Don’ts of Recreational Drone Flight As the popularity of drone flying continues to soar, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) re-introduces an essential tool for recreational drone flyers. Starting February 1, 2024, the FAA’s B4UFLY service is…
In a significant crackdown on illegal activities, three individuals were arrested in Jefferson County on December 29 for attempting to use a drone to transport Contraband into Washington State Prison. This incident, dubbed “Operation Flight Canceled,” underscores the growing challenges…
The American Security Drone Act of 2023 (ASDA), part of the National Defense Authorization Act, has ignited debate over the use of Chinese-made drones in America. The Act restricts these drones, citing cybersecurity concerns. However, industry voices like Vic Moss,…
Welcome to the weekly UAS news update. We have five stories for you this week. The Autel Alpha has hit the FCC database, DJI FlyCart 30 is being released outside of China, we have a Kentucky bill that could limit…
Innovative Use of Drones in Law Enforcement In a remarkable demonstration of technology aiding law enforcement, Montgomery County Police successfully utilized a drone to apprehend two suspects involved in a theft at a Silver Spring grocery store. The incident, which…
A Rare Glimpse of Marine Majesty On January 1, 2024, drone enthusiast David Cope captured stunning footage of a juvenile humpback whale, identified as CRC-20899, near Point Defiance, Washington. This rare visual treat showcases the majestic creature in its natural…
A New Horizon for Drone Regulations The Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) Industry is facing a transformative period following the signing of the 2024 National Defense Authorization Act (NDAA) by President Biden on December 22, 2023. This legislation, encompassing a wide…
Thermal Drone and K9 Collaboration in Suspect Apprehension The Washington County Sheriff’s Office in Tennessee successfully apprehended a rape suspect, Jason Harmon, 42, of Kingsport, through the combined efforts of a thermal drone and K9 unit. The arrest, which occurred…
A Brazen Act of Irresponsibility The FPV drone community is in uproar following a highly irresponsible act by a Canadian drone pilot, Adrien Salv. Salv recently flew his FPV drone at the National Mall in Washington, D.C., performing a dive…
Growing Security Concerns Over U.S. Tech in DJI Drones A coalition of 15 Republican legislators has urged the Pentagon to deny export licenses for American components used in drones manufactured by DJI, the Chinese drone behemoth. This move, highlighted in…
Pentagon’s Strategic Shift: Building a Drone Army to Counter China In a significant move to counter China‘s market dominance in drones, the Pentagon is planning a massive procurement of “thousands” of low-cost U.S.-made drones within the next two years. This…
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