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A Sub-$500 GPS-Free Drone Built in Less Than 24 Hours!
The custom-designed and 3D-printed fixed-wing drone features a large single motor and a downward-facing camera for geo-referencing, allowing it
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Army Reverses Course, Revives Boeing’s Chinook Program and Shifts Focus to Drones
Reviving the Chinook: A Strategic Shift in Military Aviation In an era where the dynamics of warfare are rapidly evolving, the U.S. Army has made a pivotal decision to rejuvenate the Chinook helicopter program at Boeing’s Ridley Park plant, a move that is anticipated to secure jobs and enhance military capabilities for the next two…
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…
Drone Amplified
Revolution in Avalanche Mitigation: Alaska’s Pioneering Drone Technology
In a groundbreaking development, Alaska has taken a significant leap forward in avalanche mitigation technology. This winter, the Alaska Department of Transportation & Public Facilities (DOT&PF) in collaboration with the Alaska Railroad Corporation (ARCC) and Drone Amplified, a trailblazer in drone-based land management solutions, successfully tested a novel drone-based system for avalanche contro
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…
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
FAA
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.
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…
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