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The US has begun delivering drones to its military as part of the Replicator initiative aimed at countering China’s growing defense capabilities. This move reportedly signifies a significant step in the Pentagon’s strategy to level the playing field against the People’s Liberation Army (PLA). The Replicator Initiative: An Overview Earlier this month, the US military…
Wildcat Fire Rages On The Wildcat Fire, which started near Bartlett Lake in the Tonto National Forest on May 18, has burned over 14,000 acres. Currently, it’s 36% contained. Fire crews, engines, and helicopters are working tirelessly to control the blaze, reports Fox 10 Phoenix. Drones Are a No-Go As wildfire season intensifies, officials are…
The complaint alleges that Stogner violated temporary flight restrictions with her drone to capture footage of a blowout in Crane County.
The Cape Coral Police Department (CCPD) launched its Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) Program, to enhance community safety with drones/
House Armed Services Committee members push for the Army to establish a dedicated Drone Corps to manage unmanned aerial systems (UAS)
Flying drones over people has been a headache for many drone pilots due to strict FAA drone regulations. But, there’s some good news. The FAA is making it a bit easier to get approval for such operations, as Greg Reverdiau explained in his weekly UAS News Update. This shift could mean more flexibility for drone…
Lawmakers are urging the Department of Defense (DOD) to speed up the deployment of AI-driven counter-drone technologies. A new provision in the fiscal 2025 defense policy bill requires department leaders to outline their plans for advancing these capabilities, reports Defense Scoop. The move comes as drone attacks become increasingly prevalent in global conflicts, from the…
FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024 brings updates to regulations affecting Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS), Drones and Advanced Air Mobility.
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