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Lives at Stake: The Hidden Costs of U.S. Tariffs or Bans on DJI Drones
In recent years, DJI drones have become ubiquitous in the U.S., used by everyone from first responders and small businesses to hobbyists and farmers. The reasons are simple: DJI makes highly capable, safe, reliable, affordable, and easy-to-fly drones that are…
DJI is Suing the US Government: Who is going to win?
After 16 months of unanswered correspondence to the United States Department of Defense seeking explanation of why they were designated as a Chinese military company, and after being redesignated in January of 2024 without notice of reason or justification, DJI…
Drones Take Flight in US Election Security: A New Era of Aerial Surveillance
In a dramatic shift reported by The Wall Street Journal, U.S. election officials are deploying drone technology to enhance security for the upcoming November 5th vote. This unprecedented move comes as authorities face mounting threats and intimidation targeting election workers,…
DJI Takes Legal Action Against Pentagon Over Military Designation
DJI, the world’s largest drone manufacturer, has filed a lawsuit against the U.S. Department of Defense (DOD) challenging its designation as a “Chinese military company.” The legal action, initiated on October 18, 2023, seeks to remove DJI from the Pentagon’s…
DJI’s Latest Gear Hits FCC: Osmo 360, RS 4 Mini, and Mic Mini Unveiled
Thanks to a heads-up from the Grey Arrows Drone Club, we’ve got some exciting news about DJI’s upcoming product lineup. Recent FCC filings have revealed four new products: the DJI Osmo 360, DJI RS 4 Mini, and a DJI Mic…
DJI Drones Suspended?! What Does This Mean?
On, October 16th, 2024, US Customs suspended the imports of some drones from the company DJI. It appears that this is not related to the ongoing legislative efforts (the Countering CCP Drones Act), to ban the sale and use of…
UAF’s Drone Program Soars Under Cathy Cahill’s Leadership
Cathy Cahill, Ph.D., is at the helm of a cutting-edge drone program at the University of Alaska Fairbanks (UAF) that’s pushing the boundaries of unmanned aircraft technology. As reported by the Fairbanks Daily News Miner, Cahill leads the Alaska Center…
The Witches of Bucha: Women Warriors Defending Ukraine’s Skies from Russian Drones
In the darkness over Bucha, a group of Ukrainian women known as the “Witches of Bucha” emerge to protect their homeland from an invisible threat – Russian attack drones. This volunteer air defense unit, comprised almost entirely of women, has…
DJI Air 3S LiDAR Drone vs The Gauntlet
This is the brand new DJI Air 3S, and that is the gauntlet tree tunnel right there. Watch out for that tree! And don’t worry, I definitely purchased the DJI Care Refresh insurance. Now, this test has four parts to…
US Customs Halts DJI Drone Imports, Citing Uyghur Forced Labor Concerns
The United States Customs and Border Protection (CBP) has suspended imports of certain drones from Chinese manufacturer DJI, according to a Reuters report. This action stems from concerns related to the Uyghur Forced Labor Prevention Act (UFLPA), a law designed…
Proposed Drone Ban Could Cripple Film Industry and Content Creation Nationwide
A recent opinion piece in the Deseret News highlights a controversial bill that could devastate not just Utah’s film industry, but content creation across the entire United States. At DroneXL, we find ourselves in agreement with this perspective, recognizing the…
Pentagon Baffled by 17-Day Drone Swarm at US Military Base
A swarm of mysterious drones buzzed a US military base for over two weeks, leaving officials scrambling for answers. The incident, reported by the Wall Street Journal, highlights growing concerns about drone incursions and the challenges of countering them on…