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Drone News: Regulatory Freeze, NTSB Prelim on Drone Show, DJI Releases 2025, Ct. Drone Bill
We have four stories for you this week: the NTSB preliminary report on the drone show accident in Orlando, a regulatory freeze – that’s an important thing, a possible DJI release list for 2025, and lastly, a new drone bill…
BRINC Launches Major Incentive Program for Public Safety Agencies Transitioning to US-Made Drones
BRINC has unveiled a significant new initiative aimed at helping public safety agencies transition from general-purpose drones to specialized, US-manufactured aircraft. The BRINC Beyond program, announced today, offers substantial credits of up to $15,000 per existing drone without requiring trade-ins,…
Understanding DJI Geo Zones and Drone Flight Restrictions
Geofencing is a three-dimensional area that can restrict a drone from operating in or out of certain areas. DJI implements these as “Geo zones” – built into all their drones. While they can be tricky to navigate, Geo zones serve…
Getting Instant Airspace Approval for Drone Flights Near Airports
Ever wonder if you’re allowed to fly your drone near an airport or how complicated the process actually is? Today, I’m going to show you the not-so-secret way to getting instant airspace approval – something every drone pilot should know…
How to Make Money with Your Drone – 5 Jobs to Learn NOW!
Building a Successful Drone Service Business: A Comprehensive Guide Let me start by saying that I absolutely hate videos and paid courses about business that promise big returns as long as you purchase what they’re selling or watch the entire…
DJI Removed Geofencing – A Good Move For Drone Operators?
So I’m a little behind on this topic as I went skiing last week, but in case you haven’t heard, DJI has removed all geofencing on all of their drones here in the United States, which has kind of been…
DJI Drone Ban in North Dakota: What You Need to Know
Hi everyone, welcome back to the channel! If this is your first time here, my name is Russ and this is 51 Drones. Although the DJI ban at the federal level was temporarily delayed by not including the Countering CCP…
South Korean Drone Exports Surge 260% as U.S. Restricts Chinese Manufacturers
South Korean drone manufacturers have achieved a remarkable milestone with exports reaching $27.54 million in 2023, marking a 260% increase from the previous year, reports Business Korea. This significant growth comes as U.S. restrictions on Chinese-made drones create new opportunities…
Red Cat Holdings Under Fire: Short-Seller Report Questions Army Contract Claims and Production Capabilities
Red Cat Holdings (NASDAQ: RCAT) faces intense scrutiny following a damaging report from short-selling firm Kerrisdale Capital that challenges the drone manufacturer’s claims about its U.S. Army contract value and production capabilities. The allegations, published on January 16, triggered an…
US Reveals $2.3 Billion Investment in Ukraine’s Military Drone Development Program
The Biden administration has declassified details about its extensive support for Ukraine’s military drone industry, revealing a sophisticated program that has fundamentally transformed modern warfare. According to information released by U.S. officials, this strategic initiative includes investments totaling $2.3 billion…
DJI Geofencing, DJI Flip, Drone Hits Plane, Forged Part 107, & New Bill for Drone Use
Welcome to your Weekly UAS News Update! We have four stories for you this week: DJI Geofencing, DJI Flip vlog drone, a drone that hit an airplane, a New York man’s arrest (you’ll find out why), and lastly, a bill…
Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office Unveils Skydio Drone First Responder Program
The Hamilton County Sheriff’s Office in Ohio has announced a comprehensive Drones as First Responders (DFR) program that will revolutionize their emergency response capabilities through automated drone deployment. The program, implemented in partnership with Skydio, represents one of the most…