Washington and the drone industry: legislation, procurement, security reviews, and agency policy beyond the FAA.
The drone community is buzzing with speculation about the DJI Neo drone’s launch, initially expected on August 20, according to Igor Bogdanov (Quadro_News). However, as the date approaches without any official teasers from DJI, industry insiders are beginning to question the timeline. Last-Minute Skepticism With less than 24 hours to go before the supposed launch,…
Welcome to Your Weekly UAS News Update We have four stories for you this week: the Mavic 3 Enterprise gets Category 2 approval, which is a big deal; a Part 107 serious injury, we’ll talk about the details; Aloft completes LAANC onboarding and then gets new features; and lastly, the DJI Mini SE specs are…
The United States military is rapidly embracing drone technology and unmanned systems as a revolutionary form of deterrence against potential threats from adversaries like Russia and China. This significant shift in military strategy was highlighted in a recent article in TIME magazine by Lorenz Meier and Niall Ferguson, revealing the Pentagon’s ambitious plans to deploy…
The DJI Neo drone is shaping up to be a game-changer for novice pilots, especially those from the younger, social media-savvy generation.
A Montana-based drone pilot and business owner is pushing back against proposed legislation that would ban certain Chinese-made drones, according to an email exchange shared with DroneXL. Senator Tester’s Proposed Ban Targets DJI Drones Eric Larson, owner of Shashin Studio LLC in Billings, Montana, voiced strong opposition to the Countering CCP Drones Act (S. 4792)…
Firmatek, a leader in utility infrastructure inspections, has integrated the ACSL SOTEN drone into its operations to meet growing regulatory and security requirements for critical infrastructure inspections. This move comes as American utilities seek NDAA-compliant drone solutions that prioritize efficiency and innovation. Shifting Landscape of Utility Drone Solutions The drone industry is facing
Michigan is taking a significant step towards becoming a leader in drone and unpiloted aircraft technology. The state has announced a $6 million investment in four projects aimed at scaling up infrastructure for advanced aerial mobility. Funding the Future of Flight The Advanced Aerial Mobility Activation Fund, a collaborative effort between state agencies, is providing…
As these drones soar through the skies, some folks take matters into their own hands, attempting to shoot at your drone, which they perceive as
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