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Part 107, Remote ID, TRUST, waivers, and the rulemaking that shapes what every pilot in America is allowed to fly.

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DJI Data Breach, FAA Auth Extended, AirData Public Portal, Ohio DOT Drone Surveillance

We have four drone stories for you this week: a DJI data breach that actually turned out to be a scam, the FAA authorization is extended once more

Greg ReverdiauMar 8

FAA

Drone News: Man Sentenced for Shooting Drone, SkyeBrowse Lite, & AMA Approved for Temporary FRIAs

Welcome to the 250th episode of your Weekly UAS News Update. That's right, 250! We have three drone stories for you this week: the sentencing

Greg ReverdiauMar 1

FAA

FAA Greenlights AMA Drone Events Without Remote ID

FAA granted Academy of Model Aeronautics (AMA) members the freedom to fly at sanctioned drone events without the need to broadcast remote ID

Haye KestelooFeb 29

FAA

San Diego Embraces Drone Technology for Public Safety Amid Privacy Balancing Act

In a significant move towards enhancing public safety and operational efficiency, the City of San Diego’s Public Safety Committee has recently given its nod for the San Diego Police Department (SDPD) and San Diego Fire-Rescue Department (SDFD) to use drone technology, according to NBC San Diego. This approval marks a critical step in the integration…

Haye KestelooFeb 15

FAA

The Troubled Launch of SMS Novel’s Drone Surveillance in Memphis

A Promising Start Turns Sour In late 2021, SMS Novel, a company branding itself as a “Christian-based film company,” announced ambitious plans to deploy drone surveillance in Memphis, Tennessee, aiming to combat the city’s crime rates. The initiative, dubbed “Operation Memphis Guardian,” promised a high-tech approach to monitoring criminal activity, employing drones equipped with facial…

Haye KestelooFeb 15

FAA

American Robotics’ Groundbreaking Achievement: FAA Waiver Revolutionizes Drone Operations

American Robotics, has marked a significant advancement in drone technology by securing a FAA waiver for its Optimus System. This waiver

Haye KestelooFeb 14

Michael DiCiurcio, a drone pilot from South Philadelphia, as depicted in one of his numerous drone videos (image courtesy of court exhibit).

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U.S. Government Takes Action Against Reckless Flying Philly Drone Life in Philadelphia

U.S. Attorney's Office for Eastern District of Pennsylvania initiated legal proceedings against, Michael DiCiurcio, better known as Philly Drone Life.

Haye KestelooFeb 13

DJI

Remote ID Update for DJI Mini 3 and Mini 4 Pro

In today’s video, I want to discuss the recent changes DJI has made to the Mini series and Remote ID, which have been causing a lot of confusion. We were confused, you were confused, so we decided to create a video that encompasses all the information. DJI Mini 3 and Mini 4 Pro Remote ID…

Greg ReverdiauFeb 9

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