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Amazon Prime Air Drones Soar Farther with FAA Approval
Amazon's Prime Air delivery drones are set to fly farther than before, thanks to a recent approval from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA).
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Chinese Grad Student Charged with Espionage for Drone Photos of US Navy Shipyards
The US Department of Justice charged a Chinese national, Fengyun Shi, with using a drone to photograph classified nuclear submarine shipyards
DJI
DJI Releases New Firmware Update for Mini 3 Drone
According to a recent post on the DJI Forum, DJI has released a new firmware update for their popular Mini 3 drone. The update, released on May 28, 2024, brings several improvements and fixes to the aircraft. Firmware Details The new firmware versions are as follows: What’s New? The main highlight of this update is…
FAA
Drone Flying Over People Just Got Easier
If you own one of these drones, with a little bit of work, you will soon be able to fly over people. Yes, it’s going to require some paperwork, but the FAA just made it a lot easier. I’ll explain in the video below. Waiver Submission Process First and foremost, you will need to submit…
US Army
Army Embraces Drones: Units Experiment with Unmanned Systems
Army Leaders Push for More Drones According to a recent Defense One article, the U.S. Army is increasingly integrating drones and other unmanned systems into its units. From division to division, soldiers are learning to operate a growing array of robots and drones, both in the air and on the ground. Army Leaders Push for…
US Army
Drones Take Over Warfare: Important Lessons from Ukraine
The Russian invasion of Ukraine showcased the crucial role drones play in modern warfare. As other countries scramble to catch up, it's essential
FAA
Police Drones Answering 911 Calls: The Future of Law Enforcement?
Drones to Respond to 911 Calls Imagine dialing 911 and seeing a drone at your doorstep instead of a police officer. This futuristic scenario could soon be a reality in parts of Colorado’s Front Range. Several local law enforcement agencies are exploring the idea of deploying drones as first responders to 911 calls. Even the…
FAA
Man Faces Jail for Flying Drone Over Hangout Fest: Here’s Why It’s Illegal
Arrest at Hangout Fest for Drone Flight A 25-year-old man from Foley, Alabama is facing jail time after flying his drone over Hangout Festival in Gulf Shores, violating local laws, reports AL.com. The arrest highlights the legal restrictions on drone flights over public beaches and event venues. Illegal Drone Flights Detective Carl Wittstruck of the…
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