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Skydio

NYPA Expands Drone Program with FAA Waiver for BVLOS Ops

The New York Power Authority announced a significant expansion of its drone program, having obtained a waiver from the FAA to conduct drone ops

Haye KestelooApr 17

FAA

Drones Pose Challenges to Airport Safety and Security

Unauthorized drones near airports have become a concern for aviation safety and security. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) prohibits

Haye KestelooApr 17

The new drone guidelines, published in the federal register on April 5, incorporate the updated means of compliance established by the Virginia Tech Mid-Atlantic Aviation Partnership (MAAP).

FAA

FAA Updates Drone Guidelines with Help from Virginia Tech Researchers

The new drone guidelines incorporate the updated means of compliance established by the Virginia Tech Mid-Atlantic Aviation Partnership (MAAP).

Haye KestelooApr 16

FAA

FAA Grants Waiver for Civil Drone Operations at Nevada Test Site

The FAA granted the Nevada Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) Test Site (UASTS) a waiver allowing civil (non-public) drone operations.

Haye KestelooApr 16

DJI Mini 4 Pro -14 Reasons To Upgrade From Your Mini 3 Pro

DJI

DJI Releases New Firmware Update for Mini 4 Pro Drone

On April 11, 2024, DJI, the world's leading drone manufacturer, released a new firmware update for their popular Mini 4 Pro drone. This update...

Haye KestelooApr 15

Department of Transportation

NYPD Drones Assist in Post-Earthquake Inspection Efforts

In the aftermath of a 4.8 magnitude earthquake that shook New York City, the NYPD deployed drones to aid in inspecting buildings and bridges.

Haye KestelooApr 15

Chula Vista police drone - FAA approval for Chula Vista Police Department to fly beyond-visual-line-of-sight

FAA

State Supreme Court Declines to Hear Chula Vista Police Drone Case, Potentially Opening Door for Public Access to Some Footage

The California Supreme Court has denied the city of Chula Vista’s request to review a lower court ruling that could require the Police Department to release some of its drone footage to the public. This decision effectively upholds the December appellate court ruling, which questioned whether all drone footage should be considered confidential and exempt…

Haye KestelooApr 13

In addition to the drone factory, Ukrainian forces also carried out a strike on Russia's third-largest oil refinery located in the city of Nizhnekamsk, according to local Telegram channels reporting on the attack.

White House

Ukraine Strikes Russian Drone Factory 800 miles Away

In an unprecedented move, Ukraine has targeted drone facilities in Russia's Tatarstan Republic, located 800 miles from the Ukrainian border.

Haye KestelooApr 4

US Government

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