Explore the legal aspects of drone technology. Stay informed on regulations, laws, and legal cases involving drones.
Geofencing is a three-dimensional area that can restrict a drone from operating in or out of certain areas. DJI implements these as “Geo zones” – built into all their drones. While they can be tricky to navigate, Geo zones serve…
New York City’s Department of Sanitation (DSNY) is exploring an innovative yet contentious drone enforcement program to address illegal dumping and enhance urban cleanliness monitoring. According to the Gothamist, the initiative would expand the city’s growing drone operations beyond current…
Red Cat Holdings (NASDAQ: RCAT) faces intense scrutiny following a damaging report from short-selling firm Kerrisdale Capital that challenges the drone manufacturer’s claims about its U.S. Army contract value and production capabilities. The allegations, published on January 16, triggered an…
A firefighting super scooper airplane suffered substantial damage after colliding with an unauthorized DJI Mini drone during critical operations over the Palisades Fire in Los Angeles, highlighting the escalating challenges of airspace management during emergency response operations. The incident, reported…
The Baltimore Ravens’ playoff victory against the Pittsburgh Steelers was briefly interrupted by unauthorized drone activity, marking the third such incident at M&T Bank Stadium in two years, reports The Baltimore Banner. This latest incursion highlights the growing challenges sports…
A Super Scooper firefighting aircraft sustained damage after colliding with a civilian drone while combating the Palisades Fire northwest of Los Angeles on Thursday, highlighting the growing dangers of unauthorized drone operations in emergency response zones. The Federal Aviation Administration…
Canadian aerospace company Aerial Vehicle Safety Solutions (AVSS) has unveiled its latest safety innovation – the PRS-M4S parachute recovery system, designed specifically for DJI’s newly announced Matrice 4 Series enterprise drones. The system enables commercial operators to legally conduct flights…
A civil lawsuit filed in Burlington County, New Jersey, has brought attention to the growing challenges of regulating drone operations in residential areas. The case, which stems from a December 2021 incident in Mount Laurel, involves disputed claims about drone…
Nevada Senate Bill 11 (SB11), which took effect January 1, 2025, has introduced significant restrictions on unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) use by public agencies and law enforcement in Nevada. New Restrictions on Drone Sources The law requires Nevada’s Department of…
DJI’s upcoming Mavic 4 Pro drone will offer an impressive 52-minute maximum flight time but may face regulatory challenges in Europe due to its weight, according to reliable DJI leaker <a href="/ru/”https://twitter.com/OsitaLV”/">OsitaLV</a>. Weight and Regulatory Implications The new flagship consumer…
A Moscow court has ordered Yandex, Russia‘s leading search engine, to remove detailed maps and images of a strategic oil refinery following multiple drone attacks that have damaged infrastructure and injured workers. The ruling reflects growing concerns about openly available…
The U.S. Commerce Department announced plans to consider new rules that could significantly restrict or ban Chinese-made drones in the American market, citing mounting national security concerns over potential remote access and data manipulation capabilities. The announcement, made today, marks…
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